WWE Makes History with First-Ever WrestleMania Outside the United States.
WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H officially announced on Friday, September 12, that the 43rd edition of WrestleMania, the most iconic wrestling event in the world, will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027.
This marks the first time in history that WrestleMania will be staged outside the United States, representing a historic milestone for both WWE and the Kingdom.
Triple H and Turki Al-Sheikh Lead the Announcement
The major announcement came during a press conference attended by Triple H, alongside Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority.
The event also featured the presence of legendary WWE superstars, highlighting the global significance of the decision.
Saudi Arabia Strengthens Partnership with WWE
This announcement comes as part of WWE’s growing partnership with Saudi Arabia, which has already hosted several major events such as Crown Jewel and Elimination Chamber in recent years.
Bringing WrestleMania—the biggest event on the WWE calendar—to Saudi Arabia further underlines the Kingdom’s ambition to become a hub for world-class sports and entertainment.
What Fans Can Expect from WrestleMania 43 in 2027
Fans worldwide are anticipating an unforgettable WrestleMania experience, with expectations of record-breaking attendance, historic matches, and appearances from the biggest WWE superstars of all time. The move is expected to attract global tourism, boost the local economy, and reinforce Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy to promote sports and entertainment on a massive scale.
A New Era for Global WWE Events
With WrestleMania 43 heading to Saudi Arabia, WWE is officially entering a new era of international expansion. This decision paves the way for future mega-events to be hosted across the globe, making WWE more accessible to fans everywhere.
