Mike Hayes
Wrestling Analyst
Mike Hayes has followed professional wrestling for over a decade, covering WWE, AEW and the indie scene with a focus on storytelling, character work and the business side of the squared circle.
Articles by Mike Hayes
The churn rate of the modern wrestling roster is hitting record levels
The current churn rate suggests 85% of developmental talent won't reach two …
2 days, 8 hours ago
Kevin Owens' future in question following WWE Clash in Italy absence
Kevin Owens is openly expressing frustration with his current lack of creative …
2 days, 12 hours ago
Raw main event setup signals trouble for the title picture
A sharp look at tonight's Raw main event and the booking issues …
2 days, 13 hours ago
WWE’s Mexico expansion could lead to booking friction with CMLL
WWE is pushing into Mexico with a strategy to challenge CMLL, but …
2 days, 13 hours ago
Cody Rhodes sidelined with torn pectoral tendon following PLE main event
Cody Rhodes will undergo surgery for a Grade 3 pectoral tear, sidelining …
2 days, 16 hours ago
Alba Fyre and the post-WWE career pivot
Alba Fyre is weighing her options post-WWE and the whispers surrounding a …
2 days, 18 hours ago
GUNTHER is entering the most dangerous phase of his career
GUNTHER's transition into the 'Career Killer' role is a sign of desperation …
2 days, 18 hours agoBanger Zone Wrestling and GCW must avoid the common trap in their next encounter
A sharp look at the recent Banger Zone Wrestling and GCW crossover, …
2 days, 19 hours ago
Cody Rhodes battles shoulder strain after Inalpi Arena main event
Cody Rhodes deals with a shoulder strain following a demanding main event …
2 days, 19 hours ago
Raw needs a clean slate following the Clash in Italy fallout
The fallout from Clash in Italy suggests RAW is in for a …
2 days, 20 hours ago
The Rhodes-Gunther angle is the only thing keeping the lights on at WWE
From the high-stakes intensity of Rhodes vs. Gunther to the head-scratching cancellation …
2 days, 20 hours agoWrestling Open is living proof that hunger beats big budgets
The wrestling community is split between production value and raw, unpolished talent. …
2 days, 21 hours ago
MLW is back and Matt Riddle is already sprinting toward chaos
MLW is back on the air, and they've gone straight for the …
3 days, 2 hours ago
Top 10: Defining NXT Forces in the 2026 Resurgence
NXT is navigating a volatile 2026, balancing record-low viewership, the rise of …
3 days, 2 hours ago
Top 10: Defining WWE Moments of the 2026 Season
Liv Morgan's bold entry into the 2026 Queen of the Ring tournament …
3 days, 4 hours ago
Tournament fatigue hits WWE after Clash in Italy as medical concerns rise
The intense tournament schedule following WWE Clash in Italy raises significant concerns …
3 days, 4 hours ago
Seth Rollins faces recovery hurdle after undisclosed injury
Seth Rollins is out of action with a soft tissue injury sustained …
3 days, 6 hours ago
Top 10: Defining Pro Wrestling Moments of 2026
A deep dive into the 10 most critical moments shaping 2026, from …
3 days, 9 hours ago
Why the mask vs. mask fallout will define the next six months of wrestling
Analyzing the recent Mask vs. Mask perfection and why the industry is …
3 days, 10 hours ago
AJ Styles is right to worry about Will Ospreay
AJ Styles' recent comments on Will Ospreay highlight the fundamental tension between …
3 days, 15 hours ago