Cole Briggs
Combat Sports Writer
Cole Briggs covers both professional wrestling and combat sports, giving him a unique lens on crossover athletes and the tactical dimensions of in-ring performance. A strong voice on the MMA-wrestling overlap.
Articles by Cole Briggs
Why Sheamus to AEW remains the ultimate locker room gamble
Sheamus to AEW is the latest rumor gripping the industry. We break …
1 week, 4 days ago
Why Daria Rae's TNA deal matters for the Knockouts Division
Daria Rae has committed to TNA, locking in her spot as a …
1 week, 4 days ago
CM Punk returns to SmackDown as stakes reach boiling point
CM Punk returns to the blue brand as the stakes skyrocket for …
1 week, 4 days ago
CM Punk is building a new power block on Raw
CM Punk has returned to Raw, but his sights are set on …
1 week, 4 days ago
Why Jim Ross’s latest health battle signals the end of his AEW run
AEW must prepare for life after Jim Ross as the legendary broadcaster …
1 week, 4 days agoFrom the Ring to Your Living Room: Essential Gear for the Dedicated Wrestling Fan
Curious if that belt is worth the plastic feel or if the …
1 week, 5 days agoThe Summer Shakeup: Who Controls the Ring Right Now?
The wrestling world is in flux as superstars move, titles change hands, …
1 week, 5 days ago
CM Punk's title win is the most polarizing thing in wrestling right now
From the nine-day Sami Zayn heartbreak to the full-time house show grind …
1 week, 5 days ago
Rich Swann is back at TNA and the booking room is officially scratching its head
Rich Swann is back with TNA, but is this a triumphant return …
1 week, 5 days ago
AEW's legal and roster headaches are stacking up ahead of Beach Break
A federal judge has rejected AEW's bid to seal wrestler contracts in …
1 week, 5 days ago
TNA Impact results: New champions crowned in a chaotic Thursday night
TNA delivered a night of title changes on July 9, 2026, shifting …
1 week, 5 days ago
Top 10: Pro Wrestling's Most Impactful Talent Acquisitions and Departures of 2026
A deep dive into the shifting world of wrestling talent, focusing on …
1 week, 5 days ago
TNA locks down Swann and Rae in dual roster commitment
TNA secures Rich Swann and Daria Rae to new deals, betting on …
1 week, 5 days ago
Top 10: The Definitive Moments in Wrestling History
From the Montreal Screwjob to the Pipebomb, here are the 10 moments …
1 week, 5 days ago
Mike Tenay’s absence from TNA’s Dark Side era is a glaring oversight
Mike Tenay’s absence from the TNA Dark Side of the Ring episodes …
1 week, 5 days ago
Why a Fletcher vs. Foley dream match is a booking disaster in the making
Tommy Dreamer is pushing for a Fletcher vs. Foley clash, but the …
1 week, 5 days ago
CM Punk commits to a grueling 13-date summer house show run
CM Punk is committing to working all 13 of WWE’s scheduled house …
1 week, 5 days ago
McGregor vs Holloway at UFC 329 is a disaster waiting to happen
Conor McGregor returns to featherweight for UFC 329 against Max Holloway, but …
1 week, 5 days ago
What the lost Demon vs The Fiend match tells us about WWE booking
Finn Balor’s recent comments on a dream match with Bray Wyatt highlight …
1 week, 5 days ago
Finn Balor is the perfect antagonist for the CM Punk era
Finn Balor’s recent comments on CM Punk are more than just behind-the-scenes …
1 week, 5 days ago