During a recent interview with the Irish Mirror, Maurice Shortall, the Councillor for Kilkenny told the publication that Ireland is in a good position to for place a competitive bid to host WrestleMania due to its strong tourism. He also said he intends to bring his suggestion to the government.
“As a globally recognized event with the capacity to attract tens of thousands of international visitors and generate substantial international media exposure, WrestleMania presents a significant opportunity for Ireland to strengthen its position as a leading destination for major event tourism. The wider regional benefit to counties such as Kilkenny would be substantial, with strong potential for tourism spillover, increased domestic travel, and enhanced international visibility for Ireland’s secondary tourism destinations. Ireland is well placed to present a credible and competitive bid for WrestleMania, given our strong international tourism brand, proven track record in hosting major events, and global reputation as a welcoming destination.”
The report also notes that if WrestleMania were to come to Ireland, it would take place in Dublin, with Croke Park that can hold up to 70,000 as the likely venue.