Cagematch, the wrestling rating site, decided to modify its current match rating system last year in response to the tribalism prevalent among WWE and AEW fans. The company recently stated that there would be changes made to the post-show match rating moratorium.
The decision was made after concerns were raised due to review manipulation witnessed with the MJF vs. Will Ospreay match on AEW Dynamite. As a result, Cagematch has introduced new guidelines. Now, users are obligated to observe a waiting period before they can submit ratings. The duration will depend on their tenure as registered users on the website.
The following is an extract from the official announcement:
“It’s Groundhog’s Day, everybody! Back in January, when I introduced a new rule for the ratings system, which as stupid as still sounds to an observer, has actually made a (minor) positive difference. The fight against tribalism and review bombing is a fight of attrition…
I introduced this rule in January: “Stop dragging us into a painfully unnecessary and embarassing “flame war” between two fucking world-sized companies…”
So, starting from today, the following “user moratorium” rules for WWE and AEW events and matches will be in effect…
The rationale behind this rule is that most of the review bombing occurs 1-2 days after a show, mostly by newer accounts. I apologize to those affected by these rules without engaging in tribalism, but I will not make exceptions…
This rule is my salvation. I don’t care if you take offense or decide to leave the site. This rule is very selfish on my part, because I hope to delay the review bombing long enough to enjoy the shows again…”
To read the full statement, visit the official Cagematch website.