In a surprising turn of events, the world of professional wrestling has been set ablaze with the tantalizing prospect of WWE’s flagship event, WrestleMania, taking place in the United Kingdom. This idea was teased by none other than the 16-time WWE world champion, John Cena, during his unexpected appearance at Money in the Bank. The proposition has since gained traction, receiving backing from a group of British MPs, including Alex Davies-Jones, the Labour MP for Pontypridd and co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Wrestling.
Cena’s surprise appearance at the O2 was a shocker for many, with Jones admitting that “nobody predicted” his arrival. Yet, it was his call for WrestleMania to cross the Atlantic that truly stirred the pot. The idea of the UK hosting the premium live event has been deemed challenging by WWE’s Chief Content Officer, Paul “Triple H” Levesque. However, the backing from British MPs has added a new dimension to this possibility.
Jones, speaking to BBC Newsbeat, expressed her excitement about the potential implications for UK wrestling fans and the positive impact such an event could have on the economy. She also highlighted the “great resurgence” of wrestling in the UK, pointing to the upcoming All Elite Wrestling (AEW) event at Wembley Stadium as evidence. With nearly 75,000 tickets already sold for AEW’s inaugural UK event on August 27, the appetite for wrestling in the UK is undeniable.
The Labour MP further stated, “Whatever we can do to make the UK attractive to host wrestling on the world stage we are more than happy to help facilitate.” She expressed willingness to use her contacts and negotiating skills to engage with WWE, promoting the UK as a prime destination for world-class wrestling.
The potential of WrestleMania coming to the UK is a thrilling prospect for wrestling fans. It would mark a significant milestone in the history of the sport, bringing the spectacle of WrestleMania to a new audience and potentially opening the door for more international WWE events. As the wrestling world watches with bated breath, one thing is clear: the UK is ready to step into the ring.