WWE has announced that the Royal Rumble will be held in Saudi Arabia for the first time in 2026. This comes after the company made its live debut on Netflix following a £3.8bn deal. The event will feature top stars and marks the first time a 'big four' premium live event has been held in the country. Saudi Arabia has been hosting various sporting events in recent years, including boxing and golf. WWE President Nick Khan expressed excitement about expanding their relationship with the Kingdom.