On a recent episode of Busted Open Radio, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray expressed deep confusion and frustration over the storyline where Seth Rollins recruits Bronson Reed, despite Reed previously subjecting Rollins to vicious attacks in WWE. This development has left both fans and wrestling veterans alike seeking answers regarding how and why Rollins would choose to align himself with someone who caused him significant harm.
Concerns Rise Over Rollins’ Choice to Trust a Former Foe
Seth Rollins currently leads a faction in WWE that includes Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed. The group‘s dynamics have become a talking point, as Rollins once suffered repeated assaults from ‘Big’ Bronson Reed, who had unleashed a flurry of six Tsunami Bombs on him. These attacks were severe enough to raise questions about Rollins’ decision-making, especially as he welcomes Reed into his inner circle after enduring such physical punishment.
Bully Ray Expresses Puzzlement About the Alliance
While analyzing recent events, Bully Ray questioned the reasoning behind Rollins making amends with a former attacker. He did not hide his agitation over the lack of a clear explanation for the partnership between the WWE superstar and Reed.
“I still want to know why, and maybe I missed it but I don’t think I did, tell me why you’re friends…with the guy who hit six Tsunami bombs on you, [and] tried to cave in your ribs, thus ending your career…,”
—Bully Ray, WWE Hall of Famer
Bully Ray’s criticism did not end there, as he pushed for clarity on the possible logic behind this newfound friendship.
“Why are they friends? Have we gotten that yet…I want to know why you’re friends with the guy that…he didn’t just try to hit you with a finisher move, he didn’t hit you with a splash off the top rope, he didn’t hit you with the 400 lbs splash off the top rope once; he did it to you…five, six, seven times, whatever it is.”
—Bully Ray, WWE Hall of Famer
Calls for Seth Rollins to Acknowledge the Past
Bully Ray further emphasized that Seth Rollins should address the fans directly and explain his motives, rather than remaining silent about the reasoning behind recruiting Bronson Reed after such hostilities. He insisted that the audience deserves an honest account of what brought two fierce rivals together as allies, particularly given the intensity and frequency of the assaults Rollins endured.
“You were out for a while. You were on the shelf. Give me something. Tell me that ‘You know what? I hate Bronson Reed. My wife hates Bronson Reed. And when my daughter grows up, she’s going to probably hate Bronson Reed too, for what Bronson Reed tried to do to her father. But you know what? I’m smart enough to know that I’d rather have Bronson Reed on my side, than ever take one of his Tsunami bombs again,’”
—Bully Ray, WWE Hall of Famer
What Role Does This Dynamic Play in WWE Moving Forward?
The uneasy alliance between Seth Rollins and Bronson Reed has sparked debate among fans and industry insiders, underscoring the unpredictable nature of WWE factions. With names like Paul Heyman and Bron Breakker also in the group, questions remain about Rollins’ true intentions, and whether old hostilities could resurface. This story will likely continue to drive intrigue, as audiences anticipate how such a volatile mix of personalities could impact future WWE events and the stability of Rollins’ faction.
