WWE returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel on Saturday night. As always when WWE travels to the kingdom, the show is not without controversy. Reports earlier this week suggested that the show could be in trouble due to a suspected invasion in the country by Iran. The event will still take place, but with extra measures in place in case the threat level increases.
Putting aside the worrying political tensions, WWE have stacked the card with several high-profile Saudi show. The divisive trips often feature several marquee match-ups and this year’s effort is no different.
The headliner is a curious attraction. Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns puts his belt on the line against influencer, YouTuber and occasional celebrity boxer Logan Paul. The ‘Impaulsive’ one has had two WWE bouts so far, impressing initially-sceptical fans by entering incredibly athletic performances.
Elsewhere there is a Premium Live Event return for The O.C as Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson are back to team with AJ Styles. In the opposite corner will be the villainous Judgment Day faction. An all-MMA dream scrap takes place between ex-UFC champion Brock Lesnar and former Bellator star Bobby Lashley. Drew McIntyre steps inside the dreaded Steel Cage with arch-rival Karrion Kross.
Here’s everything you need to know about an exciting card in the Saudi capital.
When: Saturday 5th November
Start Time: 4pm UK time, 12pm Eastern Time (US)
Where: Mrsool Park, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
How To Watch: Peacock (USA), WWE Network (Rest of the world)
Full Card:
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Logan Paul for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship
The O.C. (AJ Styles, Luke Gallows, and Karl Anderson) vs. The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor, Damian Priest, and Dominik Mysterio)
Brock Lesnar vs. Bobby Lashley
Drew McIntyre vs. Karrion Kross Steel Cage match
Braun Strowman vs. Omos
Bianca Belair (c) vs. Bayley Last Woman Standing match for the WWE Raw Women's Championship
The Usos (Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso) (c) vs. The Brawling Brutes (Ridge Holland and Butch) for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship
Alexa Bliss and Asuka (c) vs. Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky) for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship
