WWE Hall of Famer Stone Cold Steve Austin is under consideration to appear at WrestleMania 43, set to take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027. The event is being planned with a star-studded lineup, with Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA) requesting the involvement of top names from the wrestling world, including Austin.
Major Stars Being Discussed for WrestleMania 43 Appearance
According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, negotiations with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for the event are progressing, while Steve Austin remains a strong candidate for inclusion. Although Austin’s participation has not been confirmed, his potential role is part of a much larger plan to create a landmark wrestling event outside the United States.
Sources close to the discussions indicate that Austin wants to be confident in his physical capability before committing to the match, as he will be 62 years old at the time.
Steve Austin’s Recent WrestleMania History and Decisions
Austin’s last in-ring appearance was at WrestleMania 38 in 2022, where he defeated Kevin Owens in a No Holds Barred match. This bout marked his first time competing in almost two decades and was widely praised as a fitting conclusion to his wrestling career. Since then, Austin has expressed contentment with ending his run on a high note.
He famously declined a role in the closing moments of WrestleMania 40, which would have involved him teaming with Cody Rhodes against The Rock before Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns. That moment ultimately featured The Undertaker instead. At WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, Austin’s appearance was limited to a non-wrestling segment, where he drove a jeep to the ring and revealed the attendance figure for Night Two of the event.
WrestleMania 43’s Financial Scale and Unprecedented Scope
The financial value of WrestleMania 43 is reportedly record-breaking, surpassing $100 million. WWE is seeking an even higher budget due to the presence of prominent stars like The Rock and potentially Steve Austin, as requested by the GEA. This will be the first WrestleMania held outside the United States and is expected to be among the most expensive wrestling events ever produced.
Potential Impact of Austin’s Participation on WrestleMania 43
Although WWE has yet to officially confirm Austin’s involvement, his inclusion alongside The Rock would create one of the most star-heavy WrestleMania events in history. Fans and industry insiders are watching closely as negotiations continue, understanding that such a lineup would significantly enhance the event’s prestige and global appeal.
