On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray labeled CM Punk and Seth Rollins’ RAW promo segment as “the next evolution of wrestling.”
Ray also compared Punk’s unceremonious firing from AEW to Vince McMahon never firing Shawn Michaels despite HBK’s backstage issues throughout the 1990s.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On CM Punk and Rollins’ segment: “The reality of things like a Punk and a Seth Rollins and how you could hear it in their voice how things were very real, that’s what people want to hear. I thoroughly believe that the next evolution of wrestling should be very reality-based on all levels.”
On their genuine vitriol during their segment: “When you hear real vitriol for one another, that sucks you in and then you hear something that’s canned or scripted and you know now, we’re getting [staged] pro wrestling. I thought Nia [Jax] and Becky [Lynch] did a great job of taking something that really happened and making it feel real the other night.”
On how Vince McMahon dealt with Shawn Michaels: “Let’s take a look at history for one second and learn from it. Back in the day, how big of a headache was Shawn Michaels to Vince McMahon? Did Vince ever fire Shawn? … He dealt with him. He did the best he could with him. He tolerated. He did everything he possibly could, and look where Shawn is today as far as his standing within the WWE …
On Tony Khan only wanting to deal with stars who want to be his friend: “Do I think Punk is Shawn Michaels? No, but I can compare Punk to Shawn Michaels as far as being that kind of star. And you, as an owner, have to know how to deal with certain wrestling personalities. There’s only one type of wrestling personality I believe Tony Khan can handle and deal with — the kind that wants to be friends with him.”
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The recent RAW promo segment featuring CM Punk and Seth Rollins has been hailed as “the next evolution of wrestling” by WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray. In a podcast episode of “Busted Open Radio,” Ray discussed the authenticity and reality-based nature of the segment, comparing it to the vitriol and genuine emotions displayed by Nia Jax and Becky Lynch in a previous segment.
Ray emphasized the importance of incorporating reality into wrestling, stating that fans are drawn to real emotions and genuine conflicts between wrestlers. He believes that the next evolution of wrestling should be grounded in reality on all levels.
Drawing a parallel to the past, Ray highlighted how Vince McMahon dealt with Shawn Michaels, despite the latter’s backstage issues during the 1990s. McMahon never fired Michaels and instead tolerated his behavior, ultimately leading to Michaels’ standing as one of the greatest wrestlers in WWE history. Ray suggests that Tony Khan, the owner of AEW, should learn from McMahon’s approach and handle wrestling personalities accordingly.
Ray also expressed his opinion on Khan’s preference for wrestlers who want to be his friend. While he doesn’t compare CM Punk to Shawn Michaels in terms of talent, he believes that Punk possesses a similar star quality. Ray suggests that Khan should learn how to handle different wrestling personalities and not limit himself to only those who want to be friends with him.
The podcast episode also included highlights from the CM Punk and Seth Rollins segment, showcasing their authenticity and realness in their delivery. The segment received praise for its ability to engage the audience and blur the lines between reality and scripted entertainment.
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In conclusion, the CM Punk and Seth Rollins RAW promo segment has been hailed as a significant step forward in the evolution of wrestling. The incorporation of reality and genuine emotions has resonated with fans, and it is hoped that this trend will continue to shape the future of professional wrestling.