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
Sheamus is the reset button WWE needs right now
With Sheamus back in the ring at the Performance Center, I break …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Danhausen's contract uncertainty looms as his AEW status remains stagnant
Danhausen is at a career crossroads as his AEW television presence stalls; …
1 month, 2 weeks agoSmackDown is finally moving pieces on the board again
The Giulia and Kiana James split was a mercy killing, but Chad …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Will Ricochet jump from WWE back to the independent scene?
Ricochet's contract status is becoming a focal point as independent wrestling promotions …
1 month, 2 weeks agoWWE injury woes mount as tournament pressure reaches boiling point
Tournament pressures in WWE are leading to a dangerous spike in physical …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Minneapolis SummerSlam tickets are the new battleground for wrestling fans
The ticket queue for SummerSlam is officially a bloodsport, and the wrestling …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Je'Von Evans: The NXT breakout player primed for a main roster jump
Je'Von Evans is reportedly nearing a main roster call-up. We analyze why …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Elite Wrestling Moments of the 2026 Season
Ranking the defining moments of the 2026 wrestling season, from major heel …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
SmackDown's strange Thursday shift demands tactical adjustments
The shift to a Thursday afternoon broadcast is a transparent attempt to …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: The Most Impactful Pro Wrestling Moments of 2026
A deep dive into the 10 most critical moments shaping the professional …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Could Matt Riddle revitalize the NJPW junior heavyweight division?
Matt Riddle is reportedly exploring a move to NJPW, but personal hurdles …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
PRODUCE Wrestling and MyAEW deal sparks talent exchange speculation
The new PPV distribution deal between PRODUCE Wrestling and MyAEW is fueling …
1 month, 2 weeks agoNXT viewership numbers prove the Tuesday night grind is stalling
The latest NXT viewership numbers are in, and they paint a picture …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Jimmy Hart is a treasure, but is he wrong about the Hall of Fame?
Jimmy Hart says he wouldn't be in the Hall of Fame without …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors 33 is a gauntlet that demands a technical winner
Analyzing the Best of the Super Juniors 33 through the lens of …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Best of the Super Juniors 33 is defined by its brutal semifinals
The Best of the Super Juniors 33 field has been finalized after …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Beyond Wrestling needs more than Orange Cassidy to fix its schedule
Beyond Wrestling is betting its summer on Cranston and Orange Cassidy, but …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Danhausen’s Knicks curse is the smartest heel move of 2026
Danhausen’s bizarre crusade against the Knicks is a masterclass in viral engagement, …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
MJF injury on Dynamite leaves AEW creative in a bind
MJF suffered a legitimate injury on AEW Dynamite. As the promotion waits …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Léi Yǐng Lee injury forces TNA to juggle Knockouts championship picture
Léi Yǐng Lee's recent leg injury has cast doubt on her upcoming …
1 month, 2 weeks ago