Cody Rhodes captured his third WWE Championship title recently, but his win quickly attracted over 110,000 dislikes on YouTube in under 24 hours, reflecting a notable negative reaction from online fans. This response highlights the polarizing nature of his victory within the wrestling community.
Bret Hart Praises Dungeon Wrestling Amid Industry Challenges
Wrestling legend Bret Hart praised several Dungeon Wrestling shows, suggesting some have surpassed WWE Premium Live Events in quality. He remarked,
“I’ve seen some outstanding shows that, to a certain degree, I would say they were better than some of the WWE pay-per-views in how a wrestling show is put together.”
Hart also recognized current difficulties smaller promotions face compared to his era of Stampede Wrestling:
“It’s hard because you don’t have access to the talent you had back in those days.”
He further explained the unpredictability of newly arriving wrestlers:
“You get wrestlers coming in, and you don’t know how good they are until they get here,”
and noted the experience gap, stating,
“There are situations where the wrestlers don’t have the experience of working every day like those days.”
Despite these hurdles, Hart encouraged Dungeon Wrestling to continue emulating his old promotion’s approach:
“I’ve always encouraged Dallas and Dungeon Wrestling to try to emulate the Stampede Wrestling live experience as much as possible.”
Implications for Wrestling Promotions and Future Shows
The mixed online response to Cody Rhodes’ WWE Championship win contrasts with Bret Hart’s optimistic view on smaller wrestling shows, emphasizing the diversity within the wrestling fanbase and industry. The high number of dislikes on YouTube may influence WWE’s future presentation choices, while Dungeon Wrestling continues to develop by drawing on historic models from Stampede Wrestling. This ongoing dynamic shapes the broader wrestling landscape and its evolving fan engagement.
