Royal Rumble expected back in the U.S. after international edition
Summary
– WWE plans to host the 2027 Royal Rumble in a U.S. stadium
– The event is expected to remain a one-night format
– The move follows the first international Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia
WWE is preparing to bring the Royal Rumble back to the United States in 2027 following its historic international run. After staging the event in Saudi Arabia, the company is shifting focus back to domestic venues.
According to Wrestlevotes Radio via Fightful Select, the current internal expectation is for the 2027 Royal Rumble to take place in a U.S. stadium. The January 31, 2026, edition marked the first time the event was held outside North America, reflecting WWE’s continued push into global markets.
Despite past internal discussions about expanding the Royal Rumble into a two-night format, plans for 2027 currently call for a single-night show. WWE has explored the idea in recent years, but the traditional format is staying in place for now.
With WrestleMania and other major events increasingly going international, bringing the Royal Rumble back stateside could offer a sense of familiarity for longtime fans. It also allows WWE to capitalize on the event’s drawing power in a major U.S. stadium setting.
