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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.

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Articles by Cole Briggs

Jeremy Lambert (Fightful Wrestling Podcast): "Jesse Ventura alleging that Donald Trump is only in the WWE Hall of Fame because he stopped an in..."
PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

Jeremy Lambert (Fightful Wrestling Podcast): "Jesse Ventura alleging that Donald Trump is only in the WWE Hall of Fame because he stopped an in..."

Jeremy Lambert on Fightful Wrestling Podcast: key quotes on Jesse Ventura / …

2 months ago
WWE gambles on nostalgia while AEW chases the old guard
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS

WWE gambles on nostalgia while AEW chases the old guard

WWE and AEW are increasingly prioritizing stadium filler over narrative logic. With …

2 months ago
The Evolution of Lady Frost: From AEW Departure to MLW Resurgence
TOP LIST

The Evolution of Lady Frost: From AEW Departure to MLW Resurgence

Lady Frost has officially left AEW and ROH, pivoting immediately to a …

2 months ago
INJURY REPORT

WWE’s injury list grows as WrestleMania 41 nears

WWE faces a critical injury crunch as WrestleMania 41 approaches, forcing a …

2 months ago
INJURY REPORT

WWE’s injury woes mount just weeks out from WrestleMania 41

With WrestleMania 41 looming, WWE’s talent roster is showing cracks under the …

2 months ago
INJURY REPORT

Roman Reigns sidelined: The Undisputed title scene hit by major training injury

Roman Reigns is out of WrestleMania 41 following a training-induced pectoral tear. …

2 months ago
The absurdity of betting on a nonexistent WrestleMania
CONTROVERSY

The absurdity of betting on a nonexistent WrestleMania

The internet is busy obsessing over betting odds for a WrestleMania that …

2 months ago
Andrew Pisano (Whats Wrong with Wrestling): "Guess who's back? Again, again, again. I am back. I was here. Tell Paul Levesque. Guess who's bac..."
PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

Andrew Pisano (Whats Wrong with Wrestling): "Guess who's back? Again, again, again. I am back. I was here. Tell Paul Levesque. Guess who's bac..."

Andrew Pisano on Whats Wrong with Wrestling: key quotes on Vince McMahon …

2 months ago
CONTROVERSY

A&E and Peacock are running out of Shawn Michaels footage

Another Shawn Michaels documentary is dropping on Peacock. I love HBK, but …

2 months ago
Why Peter Rosenberg is the last person who should critique wrestling dives
CONTROVERSY

Why Peter Rosenberg is the last person who should critique wrestling dives

Peter Rosenberg thinks he's the safety police, but the locker room is …

2 months ago
Cody Rhodes is the most polarizing champion in WWE history
FAN REACTION

Cody Rhodes is the most polarizing champion in WWE history

Cody Rhodes is dominating the cycle again, and the wrestling community is …

2 months ago
Triple H's transition from in-ring icon to corporate architect
STAT DEEP DIVE

Triple H's transition from in-ring icon to corporate architect

Triple H's shift from 14 world title wins to managing a billion-dollar …

2 months ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Recent Professional Wrestling
TOP LIST

Top 10: Defining Moments in Recent Professional Wrestling

From Stephanie Vaquer's viral response to talent pipeline shifts between AEW and …

2 months ago
CM Punk (Whats Wrong with Wrestling): "At WrestleMania, 20 minutes deep when you're gasping for air and all that oil and jizz you cover ..."
PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

CM Punk (Whats Wrong with Wrestling): "At WrestleMania, 20 minutes deep when you're gasping for air and all that oil and jizz you cover ..."

CM Punk on Whats Wrong with Wrestling: key quotes on Jesse Ventura …

2 months ago
Kenny (Inside The Ropes): "It appears that WWE had expressed to ESPN they were not happy about [negative review grades] and ..."
PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

Kenny (Inside The Ropes): "It appears that WWE had expressed to ESPN they were not happy about [negative review grades] and ..."

Kenny on Inside The Ropes: key quotes on Cody Rhodes WrestleMania storylines, …

2 months ago
Willie Mack’s open criticism of AEW creates a messy roster dynamic
EVENT PREVIEW

Willie Mack’s open criticism of AEW creates a messy roster dynamic

Willie Mack’s recent social media critiques regarding his AEW deal suggest an …

2 months ago
David Crockett (What Happened When with Tony Schiavone): "I fought the sale [to Turner]. Rick Flair and I, Rick didn't want to go. I said, 'Damn it, I'm go..."
PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

David Crockett (What Happened When with Tony Schiavone): "I fought the sale [to Turner]. Rick Flair and I, Rick didn't want to go. I said, 'Damn it, I'm go..."

David Crockett on What Happened When with Tony Schiavone: key quotes on …

2 months ago
Asuka is the X-factor for WrestleMania 41
PREDICTION

Asuka is the X-factor for WrestleMania 41

Asuka remains the most technically proficient wrestler on the WWE roster, but …

2 months ago
Cody Rhodes is fighting a losing battle against the fans' love for Randy Orton
CONTROVERSY

Cody Rhodes is fighting a losing battle against the fans' love for Randy Orton

Cody Rhodes is holding the title, but the fans are clearly siding …

2 months ago
Darren Till’s Dubai fight scrapped as geopolitical friction hits MMA schedule
INJURY REPORT

Darren Till’s Dubai fight scrapped as geopolitical friction hits MMA schedule

Former UFC star Darren Till has seen his scheduled Dubai fight cancelled …

2 months ago
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