Get ready for an unforgettable night as WWE makes history in Saudi Arabia
WWE Royal Rumble 2026: Wrestling fans, mark your calendars! WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is happening this Saturday, and it’s going to be special for many reasons.
This year’s Rumble is making history as the first one ever held outside North America. The action goes down at the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing the 39th annual event to the Middle East.
When and Where to Watch WWE Royal Rumble 2026
For Indian fans, you’ll need to stay up late (or wake up early!). Here’s the complete schedule:
| Show | Time (IST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Kickoff Show | 10:30 PM | Saturday, Jan 31 |
| Main Event | 12:30 AM | Sunday, Feb 1 |
Streaming Platform: Netflix India (exclusively)
Yes, you read that right! WWE Royal Rumble 2026 will stream on Netflix, marking WWE’s big shift to the streaming giant.
The Matches Everyone’s Talking About
This year’s card is absolutely stacked with exciting matchups:
Men’s Royal Rumble Match: Thirty superstars will battle it out, including big names like Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Brock Lesnar, Gunther, and Jey Uso. Who’ll outlast 29 others and earn a WrestleMania title shot?
Women’s Royal Rumble Match: Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, and Liv Morgan headline the 30-woman battle. Expect surprises and intense action.
Championship Showdown: Drew McIntyre defends his Undisputed WWE Championship against fan-favorite Sami Zayn.
Career on the Line: AJ Styles faces Gunther in a career-threatening match. If Styles loses, he must retire from wrestling.
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Possible Surprises
Rumors are flying about legendary returns. Will The Rock show up? Could John Cena make a surprise entrance? Nobody knows for sure, but that’s what makes Royal Rumble so exciting!
This event officially kicks off the “Road to WrestleMania 42,” so expect storylines to heat up and feuds to intensify. Don’t miss it!
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