During a recent appearance on Cody Rhodes’ podcast, Kevin Owens recounted the now-infamous Kevin Owens dune buggy crash Saudi Arabia, which also involved WWE announcer Cathy Kelley and producer Jamie Noble, offering both a humorous and honest look at what really happened last November during WWE’s visit to the Middle East. Owens’ version differs from Cathy Kelley’s initial praise, adding his own blend of comedy and reflection as he described the incident.
Recounting the Chaotic Ride in the Saudi Desert
Owens opened up about the accident during the podcast, providing insight into how the group ended up in such an unusual situation. He set the scene as the group—himself, Cathy Kelley, and Jamie Noble—were off-roading during the WWE trip. The moment turned tense as their buggy attempted to climb a steep dune, when Owens noticed a near mishap with another vehicle just ahead. Predicting similar trouble for their own buggy, Owens acted quickly to protect Cathy Kelley when the trouble began.
“If you wanna take a tumble in the desert in a golf cart with people, Jamie Noble, Cathy Kelley—best people you could do it with,”
Owens shared, finding humor amid the chaos. —Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
Protective Instincts and Comedic Relief
As the buggy started rolling, Owens’ immediate concern was Cathy Kelley’s safety, recalling how inexperienced she was with keeping her hands safely inside the vehicle. He described his reflexive response and the effort to shield Kelley during the sudden tumble.
“In my head, I go, ‘Cathy doesn’t know how to keep her f–king hands in.’ So I just reached around and grabbed her arms, and as we’re rolling, I’m holding on to her,”
Owens explained. —Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
“I didn’t save her life, I didn’t save her arms, but I tried to make sure she was safe.”
—Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
Aftermath and Jamie Noble’s Reaction
Describing the moments immediately after the rollover, Owens highlighted the surreal scene: the group was upside down in the buggy, with sand falling on their faces, ears, and everything else. The tense moment was lightened by Jamie Noble’s reaction, whose own discomfort added a layer of comic relief to the incident.
“We’re upside down in the golf cart, there’s sand pouring down our face, our ears, everything. And all we hear is Jamie Noble going, ‘My ribs, my ribs, my ribs, my ribs, ahhh… I’m okay.’”
—Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
Three Walk Away Without Serious Harm
Despite the rollover and brief chaos, all three individuals—Kevin Owens, Cathy Kelley, and Jamie Noble—escaped the accident without major injuries. The incident quickly became a memorable backstage tale among WWE stars, blending genuine danger with the unique camaraderie and humor of those involved.
The Kevin Owens dune buggy crash in Saudi Arabia stands out as a vivid reminder of the unpredictable moments that can occur on international wrestling tours, emphasizing both the risks and the lighter moments shared between WWE’s top talents.
