WWE Hall of Famer Jesse “The Body” Ventura has officially confirmed his appearance at WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event, set to emanate from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas this weekend. Ventura took to social media to announce his return, generating excitement among fans.
“So very excited for Saturday Night’s Main Event this weekend in San Antonio,” Ventura tweeted. “The Body returns to Texas this Saturday Night!”
So very excited for Saturday Night's Main Event this weekend in San Antonio. The Body returns to Texas this Saturday Night!
— Jesse Ventura (@GovJVentura) January 23, 2025
This marks Ventura’s second appearance since rejoining WWE under a Legends contract in December 2024. He previously served as part of the broadcast team for the revived Saturday Night’s Main Event’s debut last month and indicated that he would be a regular fixture for the show’s quarterly broadcasts.
While Ventura’s involvement had not been heavily promoted in the lead-up to the event, his confirmation adds another layer of star power to an already stacked card. WWE’s advertising has heavily featured Hulk Hogan, hinting at a potential live appearance. If Hogan does appear, it will be his first time in front of a WWE crowd since receiving a negative reaction at the Netflix premiere of Raw in Los Angeles earlier this month. It may also be the first time in years that Hogan and Ventura would be in the same building. It’s worth noting that Hogan has not been confirmed for the show.
Additionally, WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels will act as the special enforcer for a Royal Rumble contract signing between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens.
Saturday Night’s Main Event will air live on both NBC and Peacock, beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern time this Saturday, January 25th. The full announced card is as follows:
World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Jey Uso
Women’s World Championship: Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Nia Jax
Intercontinental Championship: Bron Breakker (c) vs. Sheamus
Braun Strowman vs. Jacob Fatu
Royal Rumble Contract Signing with Special Enforcer Shawn Michaels: Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
