Turki Alalshikh: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

WrestleMania Goes To Saudi – Is It The Right Move?

WWE has now confirmed that WrestleMania 43 will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as we look at the implications of this. The Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, Turki Alalshikh, had announced the news, alongside WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H,” stating that it would be part of Riyadh Season.

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WrestleMania 43 in 2027 Will Take Place In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

September 12, 2025 – WWE®, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), in partnership with The General Entertainment Authority (GEA), on behalf of HE Turki Alalshikh, today announced that Riyadh Season will host WrestleMania 43 in 2027 in Riyadh, marking the first time that the cultural phenomenon will be staged outside of North America.

Turki Alalshikh Wants The Rock in the Main Event as WrestleMania 43 Officially Lands in Saudi Arabia

In what may be the worst-kept secret in recent memory, WWE has officially confirmed that WrestleMania 43 will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027. This marks the biggest milestone yet in WWE’s partnership with the Kingdom, which began in 2018.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / September 12

WWE's WrestleMania heading to Saudi Arabia in '27

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.

Boxing News / FirstSportz / September 12

Turki Alalshikh Pushes for Legendary WWE Returns at WrestleMania 43 in 2027

WWE’s landmark partnership with Saudi Arabia, which began in 2018, now looks set to reach an unprecedented milestone. After staging blockbuster events

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / September 11

Historic First: Turki Alalshikh Confirms WrestleMania 43 Coming to Saudi Arabia in 2027

WrestleMania is the crown jewel not just of WWE, but of professional wrestling as a whole. Since its launch in 1985, ‘The Show of Shows’ has served as the ultimate stage where icons like The Undertaker, John Cena, Shawn Michaels, and Stone Cold Steve Austin cemented their legacies.

Boxing News / The Sportster / September 10

WrestleMania 43 Confirmed for Saudi Arabia in 2027

WrestleMania 43 will be in Saudi Arabia in 2027 — first WrestleMania outside America. Saudi adviser Turki Alalshikh leaked the news; PWInsider confirmed and official reveal due Friday.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / August 28

Jai Opetaia and Turki Alalshikh clash over whom the star should face next, with the adviser targeting a bout with icon

Jai Opetaia could fight a heavyweight star if Turki Alalshikh gets his way. The Australian sensation is on a mission to become the undisputed cruiserweight world champion.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 31

Oscar De La Hoya Sounds Alarm Over TKO Agenda

Since the involvement of Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season, boxing has changed forever. We have seen a number of fights happen that we only dreamed of.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 18

Turki Alalshikh Game Changing Idea Raises Eyebrows

Turki Alalshikh is turning a traditionally one night boxing event into a multi day talent showcase. By stretching the undercard of the Canelo Alvarez vs.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 16

Turki Alalshikh Just Elevated Boxing

Turki Alalshikh has officially announced that starting with The Ring IV on November 22, all Riyadh Season and Ring events will be free to watch for all DAZN subscribers with no additional pay-per-view (PPV) charges.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 10

Jake Paul Meets Turki Alalshikh: ‘Collaborating Only Helps’

On Friday, July 11, Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions will host a historic all-female fight card at Madison Square Garden, headlined by Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 7

Turki Alalshikh Hints In-fight Changes

Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has hinted at a bold and unconventional twist for the highly anticipated clash between WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson (23–0, 11 KOs) and hard-hitting Mexican contender William Zepeda (33–0, 27 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 5

Turki Alalshikh Adds Another Blockbuster Fight to November Riyadh Season Card

The November Riyadh Season card continues to grab the headlines, with Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr, and David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde. Another fight has now been confirmed, with Jesse Rodriguez vs Fernando Martinez in a super flyweight unification showdown.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 3

Turki Alalshikh Announces Explosive World Title Fight for November in Riyadh

Turki Alalshikh has recently announced Chris Eubank vs Conor Benn 2, and Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr for later this year. His Excellency has now revealed another intriguing fight for November, with David Benavidez defending his WBC light heavyweight crown against Anthony Yarde.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 30

Turki Alalshikh Backs Undefeated British Fighter for Canelo vs Crawford Undercard – But Who Is He?

Turki Alalshikh continues to make some fascinating fight cards all over the globe and recently announced Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr and Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn 2 to headline two separate events.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 29

Turki Alalshikh Confirms Two Major Headline Bouts

Since Turki Alalshikh entered the boxing world, he has played a key role in bringing the sport’s top names together, ensuring the best fight the best. He has pushed the boundaries with the much-criticised Times Square card and secured Canelo Alvarez on a four-fight deal.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 27

Canelo Vs. Crawford – Has The Build-Up Flopped?

The Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford build-up has been slammed by Oscar De La Hoya, but is he right? Canelo boxes Crawford on September 13 as the Mexican defends his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 25

Turki Alalshikh Planning Major Japan vs Mexico Card Headlined By Naoya Inoue

The partnership between Turki Alalshikh and Naoya Inoue is being lined up, and it could be apart of an intriguing fight card. Ring Magazine has reported that His Excellency wants the undisputed junior-featherweight champion to headline a Riyadh Season card on Dec.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 24

Turki Alalshikh Makes His Opinion Of Gervonta 'Tank' Davis Extremely Clear

One of the only world-class boxers to have not fought under Turki Alalshikh's 'Riyadh Season' banner is WBA lightweight champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 20

Turki Alalshikh Raises Stake For Canelo vs Crawford Putting Lavish Belt On The Line

Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford has the promise to be one of the biggest fights of this century. It's a showdown between two top pound-for-pound superstars in boxing.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 20

Gervonta Davis Switches Stance On Working With Turki Alalshikh

Gervonta Davis is one of the biggest names in boxing and 'Tank' puts on a show whenever he is in action. The WBA lightweight champion holds a 30-0-1 record with 28 knockout wins and is set for a rematch with Lamont Roach on August 16.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Turki Alalshikh Offers Young And Hungry Fighters A Chance To Perform Under The Bright Lights In September In Las Vegas

After landing a deal with Netflix to air Riyadh’s Season fight of Canelo Alvarez vs Terrence Crawford taking place on September 13th in Las Vegas, Turki Alalshikh has opened an invitation to young, hungry fighters a chance to perform under the bright lights.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Turki Alalshikh Weighs In on Recent Disappointments in Boxing Matches

Saudi Arabia has become the home of big boxing matches after an investment of millions of dollars in the last two years. Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, is the man who has made all this happen.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 8

Canelo vs Crawford: Turki Alalshikh Reveals Key Detail

Turki Alalshikh recently revealed Canelo vs Crawford will take place on September 13. There had been rumours of a falling out between Alalshikh and Dana White, who was set to promote Canelo vs Crawford – but His Excellency has seemingly rubbished those rumours by confirming White’s involvement in the super-fight.