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
Japanese indie wrestling is firing on all cylinders right now
From the madness of the OPW tournament to Laredo Kid's banger on …
1 week, 1 day agoThe Culling faces a fracture as NXT builds toward its next cycle
The Culling is showing cracks, and Tony D'Angelo's reliance on external interference …
1 week, 1 day ago
Top 10: Most Significant Moments of the 2026 Wrestling Spring
Technical efficiency and high-tempo booking dominated the wrestling world this spring. Ranking …
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Effy turned the Horseshoe into a neon-soaked rebellion
Effy’s Big Gay Las Vegas 2026 wasn't just a wrestling show; it …
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DarkState is losing the plot and Saquon Shugars is the collateral damage
DarkState's latest promo on NXT was a disjointed mess that makes me …
1 week, 1 day agoOn This Day in Wrestling: May 27
From the grit of mid-80s Memphis to the bloated spectacles of the …
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WWE's Raw momentum is stalling at the worst possible time
A sharp look at WWE Raw's recent ratings slide and why management's …
1 week, 1 day agoJericho versus Ricochet is a clash of eras AEW desperately needs
AEW Dynamite pits Chris Jericho's veteran ring craft against Ricochet's high-octane speed, …
1 week, 1 day ago
AEW's scheduling gamble as Redemption hits Montreal
AEW announces Redemption for Montreal this July, but the decision to book …
1 week, 1 day ago
Logan Paul injury forces major WWE tag team overhaul
Logan Paul is out for months with injury, forcing a major tag …
1 week, 1 day ago
Ludwig Kaiser's ring rust is the real threat to his AAA run
Ludwig Kaiser is cleared to wrestle for AAA, but his legal troubles …
1 week, 1 day ago
Kevin Nash is still settling scores from 1995
Kevin Nash is trading barbs with Bruce Prichard over the reception of …
1 week, 1 day ago
Why the El Grande Americano clash matters for WWE's AAA takeover
A look at the upcoming AAA title clash following the 2025 WWE …
1 week, 1 day ago
Top 10: The Bella Chronicles
A deep dive into the 10 most defining aspects of the Bella …
1 week, 1 day ago
Why Darby Allin is the perfect candidate for a high-profile excursion
Darby Allin just dropped the main event at Double or Nothing. Is …
1 week, 1 day ago
Is the Dungeon really the holiness factor WWE fans think it is?
The wrestling community is debating if the modern 'Dungeon' training facility truly …
1 week, 1 day ago
WWE betting the house on more shows is a massive gamble
Expanding the WWE house show schedule is a tactical error that prioritizes …
1 week, 1 day ago
AEW heading to Montreal for Redemption is a massive gamble
AEW is taking a huge risk by bringing their new Redemption PPV …
1 week, 1 day ago
Bayley and Lyra Valkyria claim they are the best tag team and the internet is fuming
Bayley and Lyra Valkyria are calling themselves the best tag team in …
1 week, 1 day ago
AEW heading to Montreal for Redemption is a massive gamble
AEW is bringing Redemption to Montreal this July, but the company's booking …
1 week, 1 day ago