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#2. Hope isn't true: Batista's Hall of Fame induction delayed?

Batista was supposed to be in the Hall of Fame class of 2020.

The WWE Hall of Fame ceremony was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Batista, who retired at WrestleMania 35 in 2019, was set to be the deserving headliner of that class.

It was assumed that the 2020 Hall of Fame class would simply be shifted to 2021. And while that may have been the original plan, crowds are only returning at a limited capacity.

Sean Ross Sapp reported on Fightful Select that Batista's Hall of Fame induction has been delayed until it can be done in front of a full crowd. Sportskeeda's Matt Black wrote:

According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, WWE sources have told him the plan is to induct Batista into the Hall of Fame "when a full crowd can enjoy it." While this certainly makes sense, it's a bit of a bummer that the WWE Universe will have to wait for the Animal's induction speech.

We hope this isn't true, but we understand the logic behind it. This year's Hall of Fame class is expected to be inducted in a virtual pre-taped ceremony.