Ken Shamrock discussed for 2025 WWE Hall of Fame

Ken Shamrock is being considered for induction into the WWE Hall of Fame this year. This report comes as the ceremony is set for April 18, 2025, in Las Vegas. The event will kick off WrestleMania 41 festivities. The Hall of Fame class already includes five confirmed inductees. Triple H will headline the class, acknowledged for his significant contributions to WWE over the last 30 years. He is known not just for his in-ring success but also for helping develop WWE's NXT brand. In addition to Triple H, other inductees include iconic tag team members Mike Rotunda and Barry Windham, who are celebrated for their family ties and influence in wrestling. Michelle McCool, the first WWE Divas Champion, and Lex Luger are also recognized for their achievements in WWE and WCW. The Natural Disasters, a memorable tag team from the early 1990s, will likewise be honored. Wrestling journalist Mike Johnson mentioned that there has been talk of Shamrock being added to this year’s class, but nothing has been confirmed yet. His potential induction would be fitting due to his long history in combat sports, especially with his connections to Las Vegas. Shamrock is well known for his significant impact on MMA, having participated in the first UFC event in 1993. He also made a memorable entry into WWE in 1997, winning the 1998 King of the Ring and holding multiple championships during his career. His notable rivalries included matches against stars like The Rock and Steve Austin before returning to MMA in 1999.