WWE is set to deliver a marathon night of television for fans in Brooklyn, New York, announcing a double taping of both WWE RAW and WWE SmackDown at the Barclays Center on Monday, November 2, 2026.
The pre-taped episode of SmackDown will air on Friday, November 6—just one day before WWE hosts Crown Jewel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, November 7.
Taping Strategy & Saudi Arabia Logistics
The decision to film both flagship shows in Brooklyn allows WWE to streamline talent travel ahead of the international trip. In previous years, the promotion frequently broadcasted weekly television directly from Saudi Arabia surrounding major events, but this schedule indicates WWE will travel exclusively for the Premium Live Event itself.
The move follows WWE’s recent practice of pre-taping weekly shows to grant talent time off, as seen over the Labor Day weekend.
- 16th Saudi Arabia PLE: Crown Jewel 2026 will mark WWE’s 16th major event in the country as the initial 10-year partnership—established in 2018—nears its conclusion.
- WrestleMania 43 Connection: Saudi Arabia is set to host its first-ever WrestleMania next year with WrestleMania 43.
- Future Middle East Expansion: While the long-term renewal of the deal remains unconfirmed, TKO Group Holdings President Mark Shapiro recently expressed interest in continuing to expand WWE’s event footprint across the Middle East.
Return To Brooklyn
The November 2 double taping marks WWE’s first return to the Barclays Center since January 2026 for the season premiere of WWE RAW. That broadcast featured CM Punk retaining the World Heavyweight Championship against Bron Breakker, as well as IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley capturing the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship.
Tickets for the combined RAW and SmackDown taping at the Barclays Center are expected to be announced shortly.
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