WWE Updates Honolulu Tryout Promotional Graphics
The company has removed The Rock and Roman Reigns from banners for the upcoming two-day event in Hawaii.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Wrestling
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WWE has updated its promotional materials for an upcoming tryout at the Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu. The new graphics no longer feature superstars The Rock and Roman Reigns.
Why it matters
The changes to the promotional roster reflect shifting expectations for athlete availability during the lead-up to WrestleMania 43. WWE creative teams are reportedly operating under the assumption that The Rock will not participate in storylines for the 2027 event.
The upcoming event at Blaisdell Arena is scheduled to span 2 days with 11 total wrestlers now confirmed to appear. This updated list replaces several previously advertised high-profile stars with competitors from the RAW and NXT brands.
The players
The Rock
The Rock is a veteran professional wrestler and actor who has been a central figure in WWE storylines for decades.
Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns is a high-profile professional wrestler and multi-time champion within the WWE organization.
WWE
WWE is a global sports entertainment company that produces professional wrestling events and manages a large roster of talent.
Bayley
Bayley is a professional wrestler currently signed to WWE who is among those scheduled to appear in Honolulu.
Jey Uso
Jey Uso is a prominent professional wrestler who is confirmed as a participant for the upcoming Hawaii tryout event.
The details
The WWE Recruit Instagram account shared the updated graphic, which clarifies that talent from RAW and NXT will headline the tryout sessions. The event is set to proceed as planned despite the significant adjustments to the featured names on the promotional banners.
Timeline
August 2026: WWE released the initial tryout banners.
September 2026: Reports indicated The Rock may be unavailable for WrestleMania 43.
October 16, 2026: The two-day tryout event begins at Blaisdell Arena.
October 17, 2026: The final day of the Honolulu wrestling tryout occurs.
2027: WrestleMania 43 is scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia.
Season Trajectory
The removal of major headliners from regional event graphics signals a broader recalibration of the WWE star-power strategy for the upcoming season. These roster adjustments indicate that the company is leaning on current RAW and NXT competitors to sustain momentum as the road to WrestleMania 43 begins.
Fans attending the Blaisdell Arena tryouts can now expect to see a specific group of 11 wrestlers, including Bayley, Jey Uso, and Jacob Fatu. This change confirms that the event will focus on emerging talent from the NXT and RAW brands rather than the previously advertised veteran superstars.
The takeaway
The adjustment to promotional materials highlights the fluid nature of wrestling event schedules and talent participation. Fans should monitor official WWE social media channels for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding athlete appearances.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving roster and upcoming events, visit Wrestling.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sportskeeda.
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