As the highly anticipated WWE Crown Jewel 2023 event looms on the horizon, there is a surprising absence of marquee names scheduled to appear, raising eyebrows among the WWE Universe. One such superstar conspicuously missing from the lineup is the recently returned Carlito, despite initial expectations of his involvement.
The former United States Champion made a notable return, sparking excitement among fans. His anticipated role was alongside the LWO, standing by Logan Paul’s corner during the event. However, latest reports indicate that this will not come to fruition.
Adding a layer of intrigue to this absence is the fact that the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, New York, is advertising Carlito’s presence for a live WWE event scheduled on the very day of Crown Jewel. This scheduling conflict hints at Carlito’s participation in the New York event rather than the international spectacle in Saudi Arabia.
Carlito may not be the only big name to miss WWE Crown Jewel 2023
Carlito’s position in the LWO storylines in recent weeks was supposed to lead to a major role in the United States Championship match, which fueled fans’ expectations for his WWE return.
Interestingly, the Blue Cross Arena’s advertisement for the New York show lists an impressive array of stars, promising a “DOUBLE MAIN EVENT” featuring Ricochet, Shinsuke Nakamura, Gunther, Becky Lynch, Tiffany Stratton, Charlotte Flair, Iyo Sky, Carlito, Grayson Waller, Kofi Kingston, The Street Profits, The Brawling Brutes, Omos, and many more.
Notably, Iyo Sky and Becky Lynch’s participation appears uncertain given recent developments, with Iyo Sky defending her Women’s Championship against Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch relinquishing the NXT Women’s Championship. This discrepancy suggests that the listing is yet to be updated to align with the evolving WWE landscape.
As the pro wrestling adage goes, “Every card is subject to change,” and it seems that a host of WWE stars may opt to prioritize appearances in New York over the overseas event in the Middle East, further intensifying the intrigue surrounding Crown Jewel.
Fans are excited about how WWE’s changing environment will influence upcoming events, and the WWE Universe is anxious to see how these developments will affect the plot as it develops.
