Saudi is set for another blockbuster weekend of sports entertainment as WWE brings Night of Champions back to Riyadh for the second time on Saturday, 27th June.
Taking place at the Kingdom Arena, Saudi’s record-breaking venue for indoor capacity, the occasion will see WWE’s biggest Superstars battle for championship gold in front of a global audience. The event follows the success of previous WWE spectacles in Riyadh, such as the Royal Rumble in January which have attracted fans from across the world and further cemented the city’s reputation as a global hub for international sport, events and entertainment.
Not able to make it to Riyadh? Fans across the UK and international markets can catch all the action live on Netflix.
Stream live: 27th June on Netflix
Night of Champions is one of WWE’s most prestigious annual events, traditionally featuring title matches, career-defining rivalries and some of the biggest names in sports entertainment.
This year’s event is set to feature an all-star lineup, and fans can expect appearances from some of WWE’s biggest names, with John Cena, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, Jade Cargill and Asuka all speculated to partake this year.
The event will also host the finals of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, with the winners earning a world championship opportunity at SummerSlam.
With championship gold on the line and some of WWE’s biggest stars set to take centre stage, Riyadh is preparing for one of the most anticipated nights on the wrestling calendar.
Beyond the Ring: Discover Riyadh
For visitors travelling to Riyadh for the event, the city offers far more than world-class entertainment.
June evenings provide the perfect opportunity to explore the capital’s vibrant dining scene, from traditional Saudi cuisine at much-loved institutions like Aseeb Najd to internationally renowned restaurants such as Michelin accredited Berenjak, which opens its Riyadh outpost this year after much acclaim in London, as well as the sweeping views of the city skyline from the iconic Sky Bridge at the Kingdom Centre. Visitors can get a sense of Saudi’s past by wandering through the historic mud-brick streets of the UNESCO-listed At-Turaif in Diriyah, on the outskirts of Riyadh, with Bujairi Terrace hosting over 20 luxury restaurants and cafés.
Adventure seekers can venture beyond the city to hike the breathtaking landscapes of the Tuwaiq Escarpment, while shopaholics can browse the shimmering alleys at Souq Al Zal where you will find all sorts of Saudi antiquities, from antique carpets to funky 70’s gold and silver jewellery.
Just over six hours from London by direct flight, Riyadh is increasingly emerging as an exciting long-weekend destination for UK travellers. Combining world-class sporting events with a thriving culinary scene, rich heritage, luxury hospitality and year-round entertainment, the city offers visitors the chance to turn a weekend of WWE action into an unforgettable city break.
Whether watching from Kingdom Arena or streaming from home, fans can expect an unforgettable evening when WWE Night of Champions arrives in Riyadh on 27th June.