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Pirates Delay WWE’s Shipping of Elimination Chamber Structure to Australia

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Michael Cole Reveals Shipping Woes at Elimination Chamber Press Conference


Summary

– WWE lead announcer Michael Cole disclosed that pirates in the Suez Canal caused a delay in shipping the Elimination Chamber structure to Perth, Australia.

– The structure’s journey included train stops in Miami, Los Angeles, Sydney, and Perth.

– Saturday’s Elimination Chamber premium live event in Australia holds significant implications for WrestleMania 40.

During Friday’s Elimination Chamber press conference in Perth, WWE lead announcer Michael Cole revealed an unexpected hurdle in the event preparation. Pirates obstructing the Suez Canal delayed shipping the Elimination Chamber structure to Perth, Australia, causing logistical challenges for WWE.

Cole elaborated on the extensive journey of the Chamber structure, which was initially shipped to Miami, then transported by truck to Los Angeles, before being sent to Sydney and finally reaching Perth via train.

The delay underscores the significance of Saturday’s Elimination Chamber premium live event in Australia, marking the country’s first major WWE event since Super Show-Down in Melbourne in October 2018. With WrestleMania 40 on the horizon, the outcomes of the men’s and women’s Elimination Chamber matches will have profound implications.

The winner of the men’s Chamber match will earn a shot at Seth Rollins’ World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania, while the victor of the women’s Chamber match will vie for the Women’s World Championship on the grand stage.

Notably, Australia’s Rhea Ripley will defend the women’s world title against Nia Jax, adding local flair to the event. Despite Jax’s upbringing in Hawaii, her Australian roots intrigue the championship bout.

Wrestling fans can catch the action-packed Elimination Chamber event live on Peacock, with the broadcast beginning at 5 a.m. ET on Saturday. Stay tuned for a thrilling showcase of athleticism and drama in the heart of Australia.

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