The WWE Hall of Fame is one of the most prestigious accolades in professional wrestling, celebrating the careers of some of the most legendary figures in the industry. Each year, fans eagerly anticipate the announcement of the inductees, and the 2023 ceremony was no exception.

However, there was a delay in the announcement, causing fans to wonder who would join the WWE Hall of Fame ranks this year. Eventually, it was revealed that the ceremony would take place after the go-home episode of SmackDown before WrestleMania, giving fans who had purchased tickets to the blue brand show a two-for-one deal.

The first announced inductee for the 2023 WWE Hall of Fame was The Great Muta, a Japanese wrestling legend. This was an unexpected choice since Muta had never wrestled in the WWE. Despite this, Muta’s legacy in the industry is widely celebrated, and he recently retired after a long and illustrious career.

Interestingly, Triple H allowed Shinsuke Nakamura to get involved in one of Muta’s final bouts, indicating that Triple H may have had a hand in choosing Muta as an inductee. Vince McMahon has been responsible for selecting WWE Hall of Fame inductees in the past, but it seems that Triple H may have taken on this role in recent years.

While The Great Muta’s induction is unexpected, fans eagerly anticipate who else will be inducted into the 2023 WWE Hall of Fame. With Vince McMahon’s influence still felt on television, it remains to be seen if any other surprising choices will be made. Nonetheless, the WWE Hall of Fame continues to be a beloved tradition in the wrestling community, and fans are excited to celebrate the careers of some of the greatest wrestlers ever.