WWE RAW Episode To Be Hosted In Saudi Arabia For First Time

WWE has been making history with its successful string of international events in various countries. One of the their long-standing partners, Saudi Arabia, is now set to host their longest running weekly episodic television show, Monday Night RAW.

The Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, Turki Alalshikh, announced at the Riyadh Season Press Conference 2024 that Saudi Arabia will host WWE’s PLE, Crown Jewel and Monday Night RAW on consecutive days in November.

WWE RAW will be taped on Sunday, November 3, before airing on Monday, November 4. This will be preceded by their Premium Live Event, which has already been announced, WWE Crown Jewel, scheduled for Saturday, November 2.

The WWE CROWN JEWEL & RAW show, set to take place over two consecutive days, This event will be one of the global events hosted by Riyadh Season this year, carrying on its annual tradition featuring a stronger lineup of wrestlers within the most powerful, comprehensive, and diverse entertainment season in the world.

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The huge announcement would mark the first episode of Monday Night RAW in Saudi Arabia. Previously, Saudi Arabia hosted Friday Night SmackDown on May 24 ahead of the WWE King and Queen of the Ring Premium Live Event.

With Saudi Arabia extending its relationship with WWE deeper, it will be interesting to see the first-ever edition of their flagship show take place in their country in November.

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