OTT cancels ScrapperMania 6 events amid coronavirus outbreak
Amid the coronavirus outbreak, Over The Top Wrestling has canceled this weekend’s ScrapperMania events.
The news was announced via a statement issued by OTT today, with the promotion writing that the decision was made following official government advice against indoor gatherings of more than 100 people:
As previously stated, our number one priority at OTT is the health and wellbeing of our audiences, performers and staff during this Covid-19 outbreak. Following official government advice against indoor gatherings of more than 100 people, we unfortunately must cancel both this weekend’s Scrappermania events. We understand and share the disappointment this will cause to so many, and can only offer our sincere apologies for any and all inconvenience caused. We did everything in our power to keep these shows viable, with significant contingency put plans in place this week. Despite these best efforts, we must prioritise safety, and follow the expert advice. Refunds will be issued in due course, please bear with us as we tackle the logistics of cancelling our biggest show of the year.
We’re as gutted as you are.
We’ll be back.
OTT Management
ScrapperMania 6 was scheduled for National Stadium in Dublin, Ireland this Saturday. It was set to be headlined by David Starr vs. Jon Moxley, though Dave Meltzer said on Wrestling Observer Radio overnight that Moxley traveling to the show was in question.
OTT’s The Hangover Show was also going to be held at National Stadium’s Ringside Club on Sunday.
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