Mick Foley Endorses Jey Uso’s WrestleMania Main Event Push

One Big Thing

WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley has publicly backed Jey Uso’s Royal Rumble victory and upcoming WrestleMania main event match against World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER.

Why It Matters

Foley’s endorsement adds credibility to Uso’s position as a main event star, addressing fan criticism about his worthiness for the WrestleMania spotlight.

Key Details

• Foley made these comments during Monopoly Events’ For The Love of Wrestling 2025 Q&A session
• Jey Uso won the 2024 Royal Rumble by last eliminating John Cena
• Uso chose to challenge GUNTHER for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41
• Their recent match on Saturday Night’s Main Event ended with GUNTHER defeating Uso after delivering two powerbombs

Direct Quote

“Jey Uso, things have been going really well for Jey and he deserves a chance to prove himself on that grand stage,” Foley stated. “So I’m okay with Jey Uso being in the main event, I really am.”

By The Numbers

• Jey Uso outlasted 29 other competitors in the Royal Rumble match
• WrestleMania 41 will take place over two nights
• GUNTHER has held the World Heavyweight Championship for over 200 days

Looking Ahead

The match between Jey Uso and GUNTHER is expected to headline one of the two WrestleMania 41 nights, with tensions escalating after their recent confrontation on Raw.

What do you think about Jey Uso’s meteoric rise to the WrestleMania main event scene? Share your thoughts in the comments below.