In the ever-evolving saga of WWE, Cody Rhodes has taken center stage, captivating fans worldwide. A particular point of interest amongst enthusiasts is the location for WrestleMania, and it seems that London’s Mayor has promised to make efforts to bring the prestigious event to British soil.
As reported by MyLondon, Mayor Sadiq Khan has committed to creating a taskforce aimed at drawing more North American sports events to London, with the ambition to host the first international WrestleMania.
The London Mayor’s pledge is a piece of a larger campaign striving to brand London as the “sporting capital of the world.” Ahead of the mayoral election, Khan has expressed plans for the city that highlight its prestigious sporting legacy.
Among vows to nurture grassroots sports and aspirations to re-introduce the Olympics and NBA games to London, the Mayor ambitiously plans to push for WrestleMania to have a UK edition. He notes London’s history with significant sporting events such as the Olympics, England’s women’s national football team’s triumph at Wembley, and iconic cricket matches in venues like Lord’s and The Oval. With the mayoral election on May 2, Khan is keen on enhancing London’s claim to fame and attracting major global events.
“London is a world leader in major sports events and has been at the heart of some of the most memorable sporting moments of the last few decades. From the Olympics, to the Lionesses winning the Euros at Wembley, to the Ashes at Lord’s and The Oval, London is where it’s at. If I’m re-elected on 2 May, I’m determined to go even further and fully cement London’s reputation as the undisputed sports capital of the world. I believe that London has the potential to host the first international WrestleMania. In the meantime, my message to anyone travelling to the Paris Olympics this summer is to include a visit to London in your itinerary, to enjoy all that our city has to offer.”
However, the London Mayor’s undertaking is somewhat at odds with WWE President Nick Khan’s statement that WWE intends to keep its top five premium live events, including WrestleMania, in North America for the time being. This stance could pose a hurdle for London’s campaign to host WrestleMania. Nevertheless, WWE has left the possibility open for other pay-per-views to occur internationally, suggesting that dialogue could remain open for future opportunities.
WWE superstar Cody Rhodes himself has endorsed the prospect of the UK hosting WrestleMania someday. Time will tell if fans will witness the spectacle of WrestleMania in the United Kingdom.
The possibility has surely captured the imagination of the fans – but would you like to see WrestleMania land on UK shores? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
FAQ about WrestleMania Coming to the UK
- Has WrestleMania ever taken place outside of North America?
No, as of now, WrestleMania has been held exclusively in North America. - Is London Mayor Sadiq Khan confident about bringing WrestleMania to the UK?
Yes, Mayor Sadiq Khan expressed a strong confidence in his ability to bring WrestleMania to London, believing the city has the potential to host the event. - What has WWE President Nick Khan said about international WWE events?
Nick Khan has indicated that WWE’s five largest premium live events are planned to remain in North America for the immediate future, but other events may be held internationally. - Has any WWE superstar supported the idea?
Yes, Cody Rhodes has been publicly supportive of the idea of WrestleMania being hosted in the United Kingdom.
Conclusion
The prospect of hosting WrestleMania in the United Kingdom is certainly a thrilling one, not only for British fans but for WWE audiences worldwide. The initiative undertaken by London Mayor Sadiq Khan reflects a significant passion for bringing global sporting events to London, echoing the city’s rich history in the field. Despite the current stance of WWE keeping its main events in North America, the willingness to entertain other international venues keeps the dream alive. Fans and officials alike will be eagerly awaiting developments and whether London will succeed in this ambitious endeavour to expand the geographical reach of WWE’s grandest stage – WrestleMania.