How WWE officials feel about WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia amid continued security concerns
WWE is proceeding with plans to host WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia in 2027 despite ongoing security concerns in the Middle East. Executives are currently evaluating safety protocols for talent and staff while maintaining a contingency plan.
Why it matters
It illustrates the tension between global business expansion and the geopolitical risks associated with operating in volatile regions.
WrestleMania will take place outside of North America for the first time in history in 2027, as Saudi Arabia prepare to host the event.
WWE's plans to expand around the world are taking another giant leap thanks to their multi-million dollar deal with execs over in Saudi.
We've already seen a number of PLE's in the region in recent years and it felt like a matter of time before one of the big four landed there.
However, with ongoing conflict in the whole of Middle East, some have suggested WWE may pull the plug.
But according to reports, that is currently not being considered.
The Middle East has been a place of high alert for many years anyway but recent years have seen things escalate massively.
Indeed, Saudi Arabia itself has become embroiled in the issues and there are concerns within WWE about the safety of its talent and staff.
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