During a recent episode of the Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T shared his thoughts on the induction of the tag team Demolition into the WWE Hall of Fame. He expressed enthusiasm that Ax and Smash are finally receiving recognition, stating their contributions to the wrestling world were significant. While some compare Demolition to the Road Warriors due to their makeup and attire, Booker T emphasized that the two teams are fundamentally different despite surface similarities.
“I’m excited to see Demolition go in. I thought they should have went in a long time ago. Ax and Smash, those guys did so much. And of course, people can compare them to the Road Warriors, I’m sure. Because of the face paint and the outfit and whatnot. But Ax and Smash, Demolition, they were so different than the Road Warriors. I mean, the makeup definitely was alike. But as far as the makeup of the teams, two totally different teams.”
— Booker T, Hall of Fame podcast
Anticipation Builds for Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill at WrestleMania
Booker T also examined the upcoming match at WrestleMania, where Rhea Ripley will challenge Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship following Ripley’s victory in the women’s Elimination Chamber match. He noted the urgency in scheduling such a high-profile contest, highlighting that waiting too long might risk missing the opportunity if circumstances changed for either competitor.
“My thing was, you didn’t want to wait too long for that match right there, anticipating ‘Well, we got five years or three years before we can really make this happen.’ No, no, you don’t want to miss the boat on that one. Just because you don’t know what plans the ladies have and in mind. I mean, are they gonna want to leave and take a leave of absence, have a baby or whatever. You never know, so you wouldn’t try to pull the trigger if you had a chance to with something like that.”
— Booker T, Hall of Fame podcast
He further praised both athletes, calling Jade Cargill a remarkable physical specimen while highlighting Ripley’s evolution to becoming an exceptional in-ring performer. Booker T noted Ripley’s precision in timing and movement marks her as one of the most skilled wrestlers currently active.
“Jade Cargill is a specimen. Then you got Rhea Ripley, who definitely holds her own against anyone, especially in-ring. I think Rhea Ripley right now, is — I think she’s the best worker that she’s ever been in-ring, inside the square circle, I really do. I mean, I watch her timing, I watch her movement, I could tell she’s thinking out there. So that matchup right there definitely is a marquee matchup all the way across the board.”
— Booker T, Hall of Fame podcast
Significance of Rhea Ripley’s Rise and the WrestleMania Matchup
Rhea Ripley’s upcoming title challenge against Jade Cargill represents a major moment in WWE’s women’s division, with both wrestlers showcasing distinct strengths. Booker T’s recognition of Ripley’s in-ring abilities underlines her growing reputation and suggests this WrestleMania match will attract considerable attention. Given the unpredictable nature of wrestlers’ careers and personal plans, the timing of this bout is crucial to capitalizing on their peak performances.
The induction of Demolition into the WWE Hall of Fame also reflects the ongoing acknowledgment of wrestling legends who shaped the industry. Ax and Smash’s legacy will be celebrated alongside the modern stars, underscoring the sport’s rich history and evolving talent pipeline.
