Author: Chris Perez / Source: New York Post
WWE has come under fire for its relationship with Saudi Arabia, where it plans to hold a wrestling event next month — and now superstars are reportedly having second thoughts about performing there.
Multiple members of the WWE talent roster told Sports Illustrated that they felt uncomfortable with the idea of having to entertain the Saudis following the disappearance and alleged murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi.
The country’s “poor record with human rights” was also cited as a reason for not wanting to step inside the squared circle.
Despite the unrest, WWE appears to be sticking to its guns.
“As always, we maintain an open line of communication with our performers as we continue to monitor the situation,” the company said in a statement to The Post on Monday.
WWE is less than three weeks away from its controversial “Crown Jewel” event at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh.
Some of the company’s biggest stars are slated to be there — including former UFC champion Brock Lesnar, current Universal champ Roman Reigns and WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels, who is coming out…
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