WWE prepares for Crown Jewel amid travel concerns
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
WWE Crown Jewel 2026 is scheduled for November 7 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Concerns regarding potential travel risks stem from a U.S. Department of State advisory against travel to Riyadh due to possible missile and drone strikes from Iran. Despite these risks, wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer stated that WWE would not incur financial losses if unable to attend, as the company could reschedule its contract dates. WWE President Nick Khan confirmed the organization continues to monitor the situation, aiming for future events in Saudi Arabia, including WrestleMania 43 in April 2027.
- •Crown Jewel 2026 is set for November 7 in Riyadh.
- •U.S. warns against travel to Saudi Arabia due to security risks.
- •Dave Meltzer notes WWE won't lose money if Crown Jewel is postponed.
- •WWE is scheduled to hold WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia in April 2027.
- •WWE continues to monitor travel advisories and regional conflicts.
- 6:34 PMWrestling Inc — Dave Meltzer Says WWE Won't Lose Money Even If Crown Jewel Doesn't Happen In Riyadh
"Dave Meltzer has stated that WWE won't lose any money if the company can't travel to Saudi Arabia this November for WWE Crown Jewel 2026.
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