A WWE legend has confirmed his status for the "Royal Rumble 2026" event.

WWE is set to host their Annual Royal Rumble Premium Live Event next month in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event will take place on January 31st 2026 in the King Abdullah Financial District.

With no more WWE premium live events scheduled for this year, the focus is already on the first show of 2026, which just so happens to be one of the most important events of the year. The annual Royal Rumble is a night fans always look forward to for its unpredictability and its importance in the build toward WrestleMania.

Check out a complete list of WWE pay-per-views and special events scheduled for 2026

WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is approaching, and fans eagerly anticipate what surprises the creative team has in store for them.

WWE insiders reveal the shocking plans for Royal Rumble 2026 in Riyadh, including two huge title matches and the men's and women's Rumbles. But who will defend their championships?

WWE is reportedly planning a significantly reduced card for the 2026 "Royal Rumble"

Randy Orton sends a message to the fans while doing a promotional spot for WWE Royal Rumble 2026 in Saudi Arabia.

Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar look set to participate in the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia next year. Could one of them win it?