-- WWE presents the 2023 version of Crown Jewel this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and as per pwinsiderelite.com, most of the roster is scheduled to leave for the destination tomorrow. The only exception to this is John Cena, who is already there doing promotional work. While it is not confirmed, the internal belief is that Vince McMahon and possibly even Endeavor head Ari Emanuel would be in attendance at the event. McMahon was recently in the country for Fury vs. Ngannou but has returned to the United States so if he is indeed going to be at Crown Jewel, he will be making a return trip.
-- Unlike previous premium live events, WWE will not be holding a press conference prior to the event and instead will be using talents to locally promote the upcoming opening of "WWE Experience" that was previously announced for Riyadh. This attraction will feature a WWE themed store, a theme park type dark ride, individual superstar areas, an Undertaker exhibit and more. It is a permanent attraction, the first of its kind, located at The Boulevard in Riyadh in a 40,000 square foot building and is set to open in early 2024.
-- Ivar will continue to be used as a singles wrestler moving forward for the time being as there remains no timetable for his partner Erik of the Viking Raiders to return from an undisclosed injury. As noted before, Ivar has been drawing rave reviews backstage with both officials and talent regarding his work.
