The primary plan for WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin’s role at WrestleMania 41 has been uncovered, revealing that he was originally intended to have a far more active presence than what fans saw in April. According to the series WWE Unreal, an early booking plan found on a whiteboard showed that Austin was set to interfere as a special guest referee in the singles match between Drew McIntyre and Bron Breakker.
That idea was ultimately scrapped. Instead, Austin’s involvement at Allegiant Stadium was limited to a brief fan greeting and attendance at the event. The most notable moment from his cameo was him struggling to stop his car smoothly at ringside and a problematic ATV entrance.
The matches initially connected to Austin also underwent significant changes. Drew McIntyre and Bron Breakker did not face each other; McIntyre defeated Damien Priest in a brutal Sin City Street Fight, while Breakker lost the Intercontinental Championship to Dominic Mysterio in a fierce four-way match involving Finn Balor and Penta.
It’s common for WWE to adjust plans, especially at major events like WrestleMania, but having "Stone Cold" in a judging role could have brought a unique energy and excitement to the night.
Fan Take: This behind-the-scenes glimpse is exciting for WWE fans because it shows how much impact legends like Steve Austin can have if integrated creatively. Bringing Austin into a more active role could have added an unforgettable dynamic to WrestleMania, elevating the stakes and the spectacle of the event.
