WWE is Back Down Under with Epic Elimination Chamber: Perth

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Perth, September 21: The WWE, a company under the umbrella of TKO Group Holdings, has announced its much-anticipated return to Australia, in coordination with the Government of Western Australia, via Tourism Western Australia.

The highly acclaimed WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth is scheduled to be held at Optus Stadium in Perth, Western Australia, on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

This event commemorates the WWE's first visit to Australia since 2018 and will be the sole Premium Live Event (PLE) in the Asia-Pacific region in 2024. Any global fans looking for exclusive presale benefits can apply now at www.wwe.com/au2024-presale.

Perth's Optus Stadium, stationed in Western Australia's capital city, is globally recognized for successfully hosting major sporting and cultural events.

Since its inauguration in 2018, the versatile, top-quality stadium has hosted a wide-ranging array of events, such as the Australian Football League Grand Final, State of Origin, and world tours by Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Eminem, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers. The upcoming, exclusive in Australia, Coldplay's 'Music of the Spheres' tour will also be added to this impressive list.

WWE Senior Vice President Chris Legentil expressed that "Perth, with its history of successful WWE events, is the ideal locality for a major WWE Premium Live Event in Australia. A week of WWE events and experiences should create unforgettable memories for Western Australia and the entire WWE Universe."

Western Australia's Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism, Rita Saffioti MLA, stated that "Bringing WWE to Perth is an incredible achievement for our state, placing Western Australia in the global spotlight.

"This event will attract numerous interstate visitors, create an incredible atmosphere in the city, and give our local community and visitors a wonderful experience.

"The Western Australian Government, in partnership with Tourism Western Australia, is thrilled to support this unique event that will inject a substantial economic benefit into our local economy and showcase Western Australia as a top-tier events destination."

WWE Women's World Champion and Australian native, Rhea Ripley, commented: "Representing Australia every time I am in the WWE ring fills me with immense pride. To bring a Premium Live Event to Perth is a dream realized. Australia, be prepared, Mami is returning home."

In 2023, the WWE Elimination Chamber event at the Bell Centre in Montreal saw a 54% increase against the 2022 record, setting new benchmarks in gate, merchandise, and sponsorship.

WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth will be aired live to approximately 165 countries in 25 languages, reaching more than 1 billion households. Information regarding general ticket sales and additional event updates will be announced in the following weeks.