Coronavirus: WWE Has Contingency Plan Ready For Wrestlemania 36 Cancellation

Mar 13, 2020 at 2:38 PM

facebook iconlinkedin iconmail icontwitter iconWhatsApp iconTelegram icon
Coronavirus: WWE Has Contingency Plan Ready For Wrestlemania 36 Cancellation

Coronavirus has become a global threat to the people which has been affecting the lives. Sports and entertainment businesses are being hampered in a big way. WWE tried to stay away from rescheduling their shows as much as possible. But as noted earlier, this week’s SmackDown has to be withdrawn from the original venue of Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

Full List Of Cancelled Shows Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

This show will now emanate from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida whereas now a big concern has arrived regarding WrestleMania 36. The ‘show of shows’ has never been jeopardized like this, before. The Coronavirus pandemic has forced the company officials to rethink as well as the Tampa City officials. The door is open for WrestleMania cancellation as discussions are still going on.

WWE Set To Announce Huge Triple Threat Title Match At Wrestlemania 36

Coronavirus Postpones John Cena Starrer Fast & Furious 9

WWE issued a statement last evening which said they will have back-up plans ready in place if WrestleMania ends up getting canceled. The final decision is said to be taken by the local Tampa officials whereas WWE still wants to go with the original schedule. The statement also read they are closely monitoring the situation,

“While we remain committed to hosting WrestleMania at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, April 5, we are putting contingency plans in place in the event that it is cancelled by government officials, civil authorities and/or local venues. The health and safety of our fans, performers and employees are our top priorities and we are monitoring the situation closely with our partners and government officials in Tampa Bay,” WWE’s statement reads.

Further reports claimed that top local officials as well as WWE officials, including WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon, met in Tampa Bay, Florida to discuss the situation created by Coronavirus. They discussed the status of the big event, and whether any potential schedule change is needed or not. Previous speculations were there that WrestleMania 36 could be pushed back until the summer owing to COVID-19. But for now, WrestleMania is still slated to happen as per the original schedule.

Related Article
Wrestlemania 41: Host City Of Biggest WWE PLE In 2025 Again Teased
Wrestlemania 41: Host City Of Biggest WWE PLE In 2025 Again Teased

Mar 8, 2024, 6:47 PM


“The Streak Shouldn’t Have Been Broke,” The Undertaker On WWE Backstage Reaction Over Wrestlemania Streak
“The Streak Shouldn’t Have Been Broke,” The Undertaker On WWE Backstage Reaction Over Wrestlemania Streak

Mar 7, 2024, 6:36 PM


Becky Lynch Reveals How WWE Turned Down Her Request At Wrestlemania 36
Becky Lynch Reveals How WWE Turned Down Her Request At Wrestlemania 36

Mar 4, 2024, 8:46 PM


Tiffany Stratton Remains Confident Of Main-Eventing WWE Wrestlemania
Tiffany Stratton Remains Confident Of Main-Eventing WWE Wrestlemania

Feb 18, 2024, 5:55 PM


Charlotte Flair Finds It Hard To Pick A Favorite From All Of Her WWE Wrestlemania Matches
Charlotte Flair Finds It Hard To Pick A Favorite From All Of Her WWE Wrestlemania Matches

Dec 11, 2023, 6:46 PM


CM Punk’s Most Likely Opponent Revealed For Wrestlemania 40 PLE
CM Punk’s Most Likely Opponent Revealed For Wrestlemania 40 PLE

Dec 4, 2023, 1:15 PM


Desktop Banner
Mobile Banner