Morning Daily News Update: November 6, 2026 – WWE Planning Major Celebration For The Rock’s 30th Anniversary

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It’s Friday, and it’s time for the Morning Daily News Update!

Let’s check out what’s new on the blog:

Phrederic has reviewed the November 4 episode of WWE Evolve
Garth has a new “Garth Presents” looking at WWF in the Toronto Maple Leaf Gardens from October 8, 1989
Kat posted a new NXT 2.0 Rewind, this time looking at the WarGames 2021 event
Scott Herrin reviewed last night’s episode of TNA Impact

Report: WWE planning to celebrate The Rock’s 30 years

WWE is reportedly planning to celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Rock’s debut, which took place at Survivor Series on November 17, 1996, at Madison Square Garden. According to WrestleVotes Radio, the company is preparing a commemorative championship belt, special merchandise releases and social media campaigns honouring his career. The Rock, who debuted as Rocky Maivia, initially struggled to win over audiences before reinventing himself and becoming one of wrestling’s biggest stars. He subsequently established a successful Hollywood career and became a TKO board member. Despite recent rumours of backstage tension following his comments about AEW and PAC, WWE reportedly remains committed to celebrating the milestone.

Report: WWE Offering Crew Members Hazard Pay For Traveling To Riyadh For Crown Jewel

WWE is reportedly offering crew members approximately $3,000 in additional hazard pay for travelling to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for Crown Jewel amid growing concerns over military tensions in the region. According to WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful, two WWE employees confirmed the offer, which is believed to be unusual for the company, including during previous Saudi Arabian events.

Reports suggest uneasiness among wrestlers and backstage personnel, although no wrestlers have reportedly refused to travel. It remains unclear whether talent have also been offered hazard pay. Four matches are currently confirmed for Crown Jewel, including Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn, Chelsea Green vs. Liv Morgan, Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton and a WWE World Tag Team Championship match, while GUNTHER vs. Finn Balor is reportedly expected to be added.

WWE WrestleMania 43 Announcement Expected This Weekend

WWE is reportedly expected to announce the official dates for WrestleMania 43 during Crown Jewel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 7, 2026. According to WrestleVotes on Fightful Select, sources believe the event will take place on April 10 and 11, 2027, although those dates have yet to be confirmed. The announcement could be delayed because of the ongoing conflict and safety concerns in the region, but one source said WWE still intends to reveal the dates during Crown Jewel. WrestleMania 43 is scheduled to take place in Riyadh, with preparations reportedly continuing despite concerns surrounding the event.

WWE SmackDown Lineup For November 6, 2026

Check out the lineup for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown.