After pioneering boutique Undefeated dropped a pack of regional-exclusive Nike Air Max 95 OG Big Bubbles to close out 2025, Nike, Inc.’s Jordan Brand will reportedly introduce a new Air Jordan 3 Retro OG with geo-specific availability.
According to early information shared by @zsneakerheadz and Sneaker Files, a “Middle East” Air Jordan 3 Retro OG will arrive at retail this holiday season. In-hand images aren’t yet available, but a speculative mock-up gives an idea of what fans can expect from the upcoming release.
The rendering depicts the new Air Jordan 3 retro in a white leather base with purple accenting above the midsole’s visible Air unit and on the tongue and heel branding, the latter of which is expected to feature original-style Nike Air branding. Traditional gray elephant print overlays are expected on the heel and toe tip, while gray also fills in the outsole and the shoe’s plastic components.
Given the confirmation of regional availability and the style’s Middle East nickname, it seems plausible that the pair will be available exclusively from countries in the Middle East, however the specifics have not yet been confirmed.
A speculative mock-up of what the upcoming Air Jordan 3 Retro OG “Middle East” is expected to look like.
@zsneakerheadz/Sneaker Files
Early social media reactions have compared the upcoming Middle East Air Jordan 3 to retailer A Ma Maniére’s 2021 collaboration on the model, although it’s still too early to draw conclusive similarities at this point.
Although the Air Jordan 3 has taken somewhat of a backseat to the Air Jordan 4 in terms of current popularity, Jordan’s third signature sneaker remains relevant in today’s marketplace. 2025 saw the model receive a Miami-themed makeover from retailer SoleFly, an “El Vuelo” homage to Mexican lucha libre wrestling and a return of the tonal Black Cat and Pure Money colorways.
This new Air Jordan 3 Retro OG Middle East is expected to arrive from Snkrs and select Nike Nbhd retailers in December for a retail price of $215.