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
Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 41 will be a masterclass in finality
With WrestleMania 41 approaching, Becky Lynch's upcoming matches are being scrutinized through …
2 months ago
When fan entitlement turns into actual harassment
Fan entitlement has reached a boiling point as performers like Tessa Blanchard …
2 months ago
Ricky Sosa signing with TNA signals a shift in mid-card focus
Ricky Sosa has officially signed with TNA, but his path through a …
2 months ago
AAA is betting big on high-velocity television tonight
AAA Lucha Libre is back on FOX tonight, but their focus on …
2 months ago
AEW collision aftermath: Identifying the latest injury toll
AEW's latest ratings reflect a trend of viewership dips as injuries begin …
2 months agoBilly Jack Haynes trial date set: A dark chapter for wrestling history
Billy Jack Haynes has been deemed fit to stand trial for the …
2 months ago
WrestleMania 41 is a high-stakes bet on WWE's new era
Analyzing the data shift and booking trends heading into WrestleMania 41.
2 months ago
Pat McAfee is a boardroom pawn, not a wrestling personality
Pat McAfee’s role in WWE has drifted from chaotic energy to corporate …
2 months agoTop 10: The Defining Moments of WWE's Post-WrestleMania Build
A deep dive into the top 10 moments from the latest WWE …
2 months agoKnees and Figures: A Real Talk Gear Report
We break down whether the McDavid knee brace is worth the sweat …
2 months ago
Seth Rollins is anchoring Raw as the road to WrestleMania 41 reaches its peak
Seth Rollins opening Raw on April 6 is a calculated move to …
2 months agoOn This Day in Wrestling: April 04
A look at April 04 through the lens of post-WrestleMania shifts, locker …
2 months agoTop 10: Defining Moments of the 2025-26 WWE Season
From Randy Orton's recent SmackDown address to the high-stakes build for WrestleMania …
2 months ago
The AEW women’s division is facing a strategic roster pivot
AEW is pivoting toward dual-contract deals with CMLL to overhaul their women's …
2 months ago
WWE’s Hall of Fame drama and the creeping fear of creative monotony
The wrestling community is split between mourning the late Sycho Sid’s legacy …
2 months agoVince McMahon’s legacy is officially in the dumpster
The latest filings regarding Janel Grant and Vince McMahon aren't just legal …
2 months agoSami Zayn carries the weight of SmackDown toward WrestleMania 41
With WrestleMania 41 just 16 days away, Sami Zayn is set to …
2 months ago
Dave LaGreca (Busted Open Radio): "The Rock is tied in to both main event stories, both nights. You need to think about leaving a gr..."
Dave LaGreca on Busted Open Radio: key quotes on WWE product interest, …
2 months ago
Kaz on The Ringer Wrestling Show: "Gunther versus Seth Rollins at WrestleMania is now a done deal."
Kaz on The Ringer Wrestling Show: key quotes on Vince McMahon WWE …
2 months ago
Sami Zayn kicks off SmackDown with WrestleMania pressure mounting
Sami Zayn opens SmackDown tonight. With WrestleMania 41 exactly 16 days away, …
2 months ago