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WWE confirms Crown Jewel and WrestleMania plans in Saudi Arabia

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

WWE confirms Crown Jewel and WrestleMania plans in Saudi Arabia

Summary

WWE is set to hold Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia on November 7, with venue preparations continuing despite some regional concerns. Reports indicate that work at the Crown Jewel site is ongoing and that WWE remains committed to hosting the event. A Power Slap show is also slated to occur the day prior, with participants traveling to Saudi Arabia from Bahrain. WrestleMania 43 is projected to take place in Saudi Arabia in April 2027, although the specific date is still pending. Recent government reports have highlighted increased tensions in the region, but WWE's management continues to move forward with their plans.

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Key Details

•Crown Jewel is scheduled for November 7 in Saudi Arabia.
•Preparations at the venue are reported to be ongoing.
•A Power Slap show will occur the day before the Crown Jewel event.
•WrestleMania 43 is tentatively set for April 2027 in Saudi Arabia.
•WWE is facing regional tensions but continues with its event plans.

Latest Updates

3:00 PMWrestling Inc — Latest Backstage News On WWE Traveling To Saudi Arabia For Crown Jewel & WrestleMania

What they're saying

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WWE is still planning to hold Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia, with a report shedding light on the situation on the ground in the country.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Nishant Jayaram)

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