The uncertainty surrounding the WrestleMania card has prompted discussion about how WWE will utilize Seth Rollins, particularly in light of Bron Breakker’s recent hernia surgery. Veteran wrestler Matt Hardy believes Rollins should be featured at the event regardless of whether he’s able to compete in a match, citing the star power he brings to the show.
Hardy, speaking on his podcast The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy, acknowledged the disruption Breakker’s injury has caused to planned storylines. “It’s wild… Seth was on such a good roll when all that stuff happened. Bron Breakker was starting to get on a roll, too. And it’s made everything so wonky in their continuity of the story, which is unfortunate,” Hardy said. He even suggested WWE could potentially leverage the uncertainty surrounding Breakker’s health into a storyline element, adding, “Man, it just considering how young he is, if it wasn’t a terrible hernia situation, I mean, I might could even see them using this to kind of play it up a little bit like maybe he’s not going to be there, but then maybe he is still there.”
The injury to Breakker, who was slated to face Rollins at WrestleMania 42, throws a significant wrench into WWE’s plans for its biggest event of the year. Rollins himself has been sidelined since October with a shoulder injury, adding another layer of complexity to the situation. The potential for both stars to be unavailable creates a substantial gap on a card that is traditionally built around marquee matchups.
Hardy emphasized that Rollins’ presence, even in a non-wrestling capacity, would be a valuable asset to WrestleMania. “I think I would have Seth there in some capacity, because he’s just such a big star, and I think you want to make that event as star-studded as possible,” he stated. He further speculated on how WWE might book Rollins in the aftermath of being removed from the Royal Rumble, suggesting, “I would imagine now too, you would agree, whenever he got taken out of the Royal Rumble, they would put all that heat on Seth, right? That would be Seth, supposedly, is how they would book that long term.”
When pressed on whether Rollins should be kept off the show entirely if Breakker is unable to compete, Hardy reiterated his belief in the importance of Rollins’ involvement. “I should have spoke more specifically, just because I would just have Seth appear in some capacity, even if it’s not to wrestle, you know what I mean, I would have him there to do some sort of angle or story. He’s such a big star, I think having his presence on Mania helps out.”
Hardy’s comments highlight the delicate balance WWE faces in navigating unforeseen circumstances. The company must now weigh the need to maintain compelling storylines against the reality of athlete injuries and the potential for disruption to carefully laid plans. The challenge lies in finding a way to capitalize on Rollins’ star power while acknowledging the unfortunate situation with Breakker.
The situation also underscores the inherent risks in professional wrestling, where performers routinely push their bodies to the limit. Injuries are a constant threat, and the ability to adapt and improvise is crucial for both wrestlers and the creative teams behind them. Breakker’s hernia is a stark reminder of this reality, and WWE will need to demonstrate its ability to pivot and deliver a memorable WrestleMania experience despite the setback.
The potential for a storyline involving Rollins reacting to Breakker’s injury, as Hardy suggested, could provide a compelling narrative thread. It would allow Rollins to remain a prominent figure on the card without requiring him to be physically involved in a match, and it could potentially set the stage for a future confrontation between the two when they are both fully healthy. This approach would require careful execution, but it could ultimately prove to be a creative solution to a challenging situation.
As of , WWE has not officially announced any changes to the WrestleMania 42 card. However, the injury to Bron Breakker has undoubtedly forced the company to re-evaluate its plans, and the coming weeks will be critical in determining how the situation unfolds. The wrestling world will be watching closely to see how WWE responds to this unexpected challenge and whether Seth Rollins will indeed have a role to play at the show, even if it’s not in the ring.
