TKO President Mark Shapiro detailed WWE and UFC's ongoing plans in Saudi Arabia during a recent earnings call. Despite regional conflicts, he confirmed that business operations remain unaffected.
Shapiro highlighted the growth of WWE's relationship with Saudi Arabia under TKO Group Holdings, noting that WrestleMania 43 is set for Riyadh next year. He also announced that UFC will return to Azerbaijan for UFC Fight Night Baku on June 27, coinciding with WWE's Night of Champions in Riyadh. Shapiro indicated that there is demand for more events in the Middle East, with six additional events planned for 2026 across WWE, UFC, and Zuffa Boxing.