WWE’s fourth – and likely their best show in Saudi Arabia may very well be their last. The event showcased a major title change and the first-ever women’s match in Saudi Arabia. This has not been confirmed by anyone. The reason I mention this is because a few major superstars who were involved in all of the key storylines at the event have recently expressed their displeasure to Vince McMahon regarding the travel issues getting home from Saudi Arabia.
Some of these names include Roman Reigns, Braun Strowman, Rey Mysterio and Kofi Kingston. Would WWE really go to Saudi Arabia without their best talent? Probably not. It’s a shame too because WWE originally signed a 10-year contract with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to put on shows there for the next decade. It’s a shame that they may have to quit after fulfilling only 20% of the contract.
Saudi Arabia officials also reportedly want out of the deal, maybe due to cultural issues. Or perhaps they just don’t really see it being financially advantageous to be paying WWE as much as they are.
In Fairness, the shows did seem a little less organized than would have been preferred. It also probably rubbed the superstars the wrong way when they found out Vince McMahon purposely left the show early, as if he may have sensed that there would be some issues in getting home.