During the latest edition of his “Oh You Didn’t Know” podcast, Road Dogg commented on his belief that modern wrestling doesn’t need to use blood. He said,
“I say don’t go back to doing it. We’ve evolved beyond that… Man, it’s so unclean; it can’t be any more unclean than just blood. There’s enough accidents that happen where I just don’t feel like it’s needed… If I’m a father of daughters, and we’re watching wrestling, and that comes on, we’re turning the channel. And if I’m a father of boys, I’m maybe turning it, too.”
He continued, “There’s a reason the other place [AEW] ain’t doing no numbers. They show this kinda stuff, and they do that kinda stuff, and it can’t be ‘popular’ for the mass population… If you wanna do big business, you want mass consumption, so you sacrifice a few things. And I feel like that’s one of the things you sacrifice.“
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In a recent episode of his podcast, “Oh You Didn’t Know,” Road Dogg expressed his belief that modern wrestling doesn’t need to rely on the use of blood. He stated that the industry has evolved beyond the need for such graphic displays and emphasized the uncleanliness associated with blood in wrestling matches. Road Dogg argued that accidents happen frequently enough in the ring, making the intentional use of blood unnecessary.
One of Road Dogg’s main concerns is the impact that blood in wrestling matches can have on viewers, particularly families watching together. He mentioned that if he were a father of daughters, he would immediately change the channel if blood was shown during a wrestling match. Even as a father of boys, he admitted that he might also consider turning off the program. Road Dogg’s perspective highlights the potential discomfort and negative perception that blood can create for viewers, especially those who are more sensitive or have young children watching with them.
Road Dogg also made a comparison to another wrestling promotion, All Elite Wrestling (AEW), suggesting that their inclusion of blood and similar graphic elements may be one of the reasons why they haven’t achieved the same level of popularity as other promotions. He believes that in order to attract a larger audience and achieve widespread success, wrestling promotions should prioritize mass consumption and make certain sacrifices. According to Road Dogg, one of those sacrifices should be avoiding the use of blood in matches.
While Road Dogg’s opinions may not be shared by everyone in the wrestling industry, they do raise important questions about the role of blood in modern wrestling. The use of blood has been a controversial topic for years, with some arguing that it adds an element of realism and intensity to matches, while others believe it is unnecessary and potentially dangerous.
It’s worth noting that there have been instances where blood has been used strategically in wrestling storylines to enhance drama and create memorable moments. However, Road Dogg’s viewpoint suggests that the potential negative impact on viewers, particularly families, outweighs any potential benefits.
As the wrestling industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see if more promotions follow Road Dogg’s perspective and move away from using blood in matches. Ultimately, the decision will likely depend on a variety of factors, including audience preferences, safety considerations, and the overall direction of the promotion.
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