Over the past couple of months, there have been an influx of rumors surrounding WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper regarding his status for WrestleMania XXX. Shortly after Hulk Hogan left TNA and rumors began to swirl that Hogan would return to WWE, a Roddy Piper vs. Hulk Hogan match at the “Showcase of Immortals” was rumored. Many other scenarios involving Hogan and Piper began to permeate. Additionally, in February, Piper claimed there were plans for an angle involving himself, Hogan, and CM Punk for WrestleMania XXX.
However, as seen on WWE programming, the previous rumors did not come to fruition. Hulk Hogan did return to WWE and will be the special guest host of WrestleMania XXX. However, on the other hand, CM Punk walked out on WWE and is no longer working for the company.
Despite not appearing on WWE programming since the “Old School” edition of “Monday Night Raw,” Roddy Piper may still work WrestleMania XXX. A Wrestlezone.com reader informed the website that a Cineplex theatre had a trivia question in which Roddy Piper was the answer. The theatre then showed a biography for Piper, noting that he would be returning to the ring. Then, this all transitioned to an ad for WrestleMania XXX.
If Roddy Piper is indeed returning to WrestleMania XXX, it may very well mean that Piper will be involved in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. The battle royal was announced by Hulk Hogan, meaning Piper could very well enter the battle royal in an attempt to go against Hogan, who has teased physical involvement in the match.