Rumored backup plan for WWE WrestleMania 43 seemingly ruled out

According to WrestleVotes Radio, The Sphere in Las Vegas is not a backup plan for WWE if WrestleMania 43 is moved from Saudi Arabia. While WWE has expressed internal interest in using The Sphere, meaningful negotiations between the two sides have reportedly not taken place.

Fightful.com previously reported that the two sides were unable to reach an agreement during WrestleMania 42 season over displaying promotional material for Danhausen on the exterior of the venue.

It’s believed that WWE has a backup plan to host WrestleMania domestically if world events force a change in plans, but the details are being kept confidential.

Earlier this month, Dave Meltzer of F4WOnline.com was told by sources in the city that the necessary April dates are unavailable for WrestleMania. Those sources also reportedly said Las Vegas is unable to offer the level of financial incentives it has provided for previous events.

As of now, The Sphere in Las Vegas is not a backup plan for WWE in case they move WrestleMania 43 away from Saudi Arabia, @WrestleVotes Radio on https://t.co/0YUbWy8WyS has learned.

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