WWE hit a viewership milestone as it held the Night of Champions premium live event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, over the weekend. John Cena retained his title.

With its second UFC Fight Night, Saudi Arabia continues its mission to stage the world’s biggest sporting events, showcasing a particularly strong emphasis on combat sports. Riyadh Season was a ...

John Cena hugs CM Punk during Night Of Champions at Kingdom Arena on June 28, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Andrew Timms/WWE via Getty Images / Getty Images) And it paid off.