The 2026 WWE Royal Rumble, a major event in the wrestling calendar, took place on January 31, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant moment as it was held overseas, leading to an earlier start time for North American viewers. According to The News Pakistan, the event was staged at the Riyadh Season Stadium, and it was streamed on ESPN in the United States and Netflix globally, as reported by Geo Business. This year's Royal Rumble was notable for its 'shocking returns, surprise entries, and record-breaking moments,' as highlighted by Wrestle Recap HQ, which emphasized the global impact and trending status of the event. The event featured prominent WWE superstars such as Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and CM Punk, with Roman Reigns' performance particularly standing out for its dominance.