Paul Heyman just revealed that while WWE is focused on WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, hes already thinking a year ahead and aggressively pushing for early plans for WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia. With reports noting that WWE and Saudi officials are prepared to offer The Rock a record-breaking payday for a potential final match at WrestleMania 43 in 2027, Heyman has now confirmed there are serious internal conversations about long-term planning. Speaking on Busted Open Radio on February 23, 2026, Heyman admitted hes been lobbying within WWE for months to prioritize booking Saudi Mania well before this years Las Vegas spectacle. After Bully Ray asked how many people in WWE share his long-term vision, Heyman didnt hold back. Heyman made it clear that while most are zeroed in on WrestleMania 42, he believes the key to booking success starts with 43. According to Heyman, the strategy is simple: think bigger every single year. He doubled down on the philosophy that each WrestleMania must surpass the last and that clarity about 2027 would directly shape what fans see in 2026. The comments come as speculation continues about The Rock potentially headlining WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia for what many believe could be his final match especially with reports that WWE is prepared to offer the largest payday in wrestling history to secure him. If Heymans long-term vision is already shaping creative direction behind the scenes, WrestleMania 43 may be far more than just another event on the calendar it could be the cornerstone for WWEs next era. Do you think WWE should already be booking WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia this far in advance? And could that long-term strategy be the key to landing The Rock? Share your thoughts below. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
