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What will hosting WrestleMania mean for Saudi Arabia?
The National News
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In 2027, Saudi Arabia will become the first country outside North America to host WrestleMania. For WWE, it marks a bold expansion of its biggest event. For Saudi Arabia, it is a clear demonstration of its ambition to become a global centre for...
WWE's WrestleMania 43 heads to Saudi Arabia in historic first
The National News
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For the first time in its history, WrestleMania will take place outside North America, heading to Saudi Arabia in 2027. The news was announced during an event in Las Vegas, in which chief operating officer Paul Levesque, also known as Triple H,...
Saudi Arabia launches 24/7 channel dedicated to women’s sports
Views Bangladesh
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September 12, 2025
Saudi Arabia has launched a 24/7 sports channel exclusively dedicated to women, marking a historic step in the kingdom’s efforts to promote female participation in sports. The All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN), co-founded by US comedian Whoopi...
Triple H Announces Saudi Arabia Will Host WWE WrestleMania 43
TheSportster
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September 12, 2025
Triple H has officially confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host WrestleMania 43 in 2027, which will be the first time the event has taken place outside of North America. Saudi Arabian sports promoter Turki Alalshikh had already revealed the news...
Wrestling Legends Who Could Appear at WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia
TheSportster
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September 12, 2025
WrestleMania 42 hasn't even taken place yet, but fans have already learned about the location of WrestleMania 43, and it has certainly divided fans. The Grandest Stage of Them All will be going international for the first time, with the event...
Saudi Arabia Wants The Rock To Headline WWE WrestleMania 43, Final Payment Number Reportedly Hinges On It
411Mania
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As previously noted, it’s rumored that Wrestlemania 43 will happen in Saudi Arabia in 2027, and the announcement is expected to be made later today. According to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the country is reportedly pushing for a main event...
Saudi Arabia Wants Steve Austin Match at WWE WrestleMania 43
411Mania
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WWE is expected to announce today that WrestleMania 43 will take place in Saudi Arabia. As reported earlier, the country’s General Entertainment Authority is pushing to have The Rock main event the show against either Roman Reigns or Cody Rhodes....
Saudi Pro League: Al-Ittihad vs Al-Fateh match preview, date, kick-off time, streaming, TV channels, how to watch online, more
The Times of India
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Al-Ittihad (Image Source: Getty) The marquee team, Al-Ittihad, will be hosting Al-Fateh in Round 2 of the 2025–26 Saudi Pro League, where both teams will give it a fight. The defending champions, Al-Ittihad, will be in the spotlight in tonight’s...
Saudi Arabian Investment Fails to Impact Big Leagues in Europe
Coventry Observer
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The Saudi Pro League (SPL) sought global relevance by luring five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo to the Middle East in 2023. The Portuguese star joined Al-Nassr in a move funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) following a...
Saudi Arabia is reportedly negotiating for The Rock's WWE return
Sportskeeda
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September 12, 2025
The Rock's WWE run might not be over following his weight loss, as a recent report suggests a push for The Final Boss' return to The Grandest Stage of Them All in Saudi Arabia. A while back, it was reported that Saudi Arabia wanted The Rock to...
Sports on TV for Sept. 13 – 14
WTOP - District Columbia
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September 12, 2025
(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Saturday, Sept. 13 AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL (MEN’S) 5:30 a.m. FS1 —… (All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Saturday, Sept. 13 AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL...
WWE confirms WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia, ending four-decade tradition of hosting only in North America
The Times of India
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Triple H reveals WrestleMania 43 location as Saudi Arabia (Getty Images) For nearly four decades, WrestleMania has stood as WWE’s crown jewel, drawing fans from across the globe. But in 2027, history will be made as the event leaves North American...
Fans React with Boos and 'You Sold Out' Chants About WrestleMania 43
TheSportster
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September 13, 2025
Summary WrestleMania 43 will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Fans booed the WrestleMania 43 promo at Worlds Collide, chanting "you sold out". Triple H says WWE aims to change Saudi views on women; Royal Rumble will also be in Riyadh. As...
Canelo Cashes In: Crawford Fight Pushes Career Earnings to $800 Million
TheSportster
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September 13, 2025
Boxing’s biggest box office draw is back under the bright lights. Canelo Alvarez returns Saturday night at Allegiant Stadium to face Terence “Bud” Crawford in a superfight that fuses legacy with business. Crawford is jumping two divisions to...
WWE's Wrestlemania heading to Saudi Arabia in '27
WHTC - Michigan
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In 2027, WrestleMania will head to the Middle East when WWE takes its signature event to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking the first time it will be held outside North America. WWE announced on Friday that the “Showcase of the Immortals” will be part...
WrestleMania 43 to make history in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027
The Economic Times
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September 12, 2025
WrestleMania is all set to make history right now. For the first time in its four decade history, WWE's biggest event will be held outside of North America. As part of the city's "Riyadh Season," WrestleMania said that WrestleMania 43 will be held...
Zurich Film Festival 2025: Saudi Arabia’s First Hollywood-Style Tentpole Movie ‘Desert Warrior’ Starring Anthony Mackie to Premiere
Latestly
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September 12, 2025
Saudi Arabia's first Hollywood-style tentpole movie, Desert Warrior, starring Anthony Mackie, is finally set to bow at the 21st Zurich Film Festival following a long gestation, reported Variety. Venice Film Festival 2025: Dwayne Johnson’s ‘The...
The Rock At WrestleMania 43? Saudi Arabia Offers Record-Breaking Payday
Yardbarker
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September 12, 2025
Reports say The Rock is close to headlining WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia vs. Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns. Saudi GEA pushing big payday; The Rock's match would set a record and raise overall WrestleMania pay. WWE hasn't confirmed; The Rock's...
Triple H Confirms WrestleMania 43 to be Held in Saudi Arabia
GiveMeSport
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September 12, 2025
Summary Triple H confirms WrestleMania 43 will be in Saudi Arabia (2027), first Mania outside North America. Saudi officials reportedly aim to lure legends like The Rock and Stone Cold for dream Mania returns. WWE keeps global expansion: Royal...
Riyadh’s Esports World Cup 2025 Breaks Records
Retail & Leisure International
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September 12, 2025
The Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh set new records with 750 million viewers, $70M in prizes, three million visitors and the launch of the Esports National Teams Cup. This year’s event featured 25 tournaments across 24 different games, bringing...