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
Mick Foley isn't interested in your political campaign, and that's for the best
Mick Foley has officially ruled out a run for political office, citing …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Nic Nemeth isn't going anywhere, and TNA is all the better for it
Nic Nemeth's recent update on his in-ring future confirms that the former …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
David Sahadi’s exit proves the Kevin Dunn era was built on paranoia
David Sahadi defined the visual identity of the Attitude Era, but internal …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
WWE’s Hall of Fame class of 2026 feels like a sanitized trip down memory lane
The 2026 Hall of Fame class highlights the PG Era's commercial success …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Dennis Condrey was the blue-collar architect of tag team perfection
The passing of Dennis Condrey marks the end of an era for …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
The Bella Twins return to the ring leaves more questions than answers
The Bella Twins' return to the ring for the Women's Tag Team …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
WWE’s internal hierarchy is hiding in plain sight on the website roster
WWE's latest website roster shuffle offers a rare glimpse into the company's …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Hologram's return is the wildcard AEW desperately needs right now
Hologram is finally teasing a return to the AEW ring after months …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Dennis Condrey was the blueprint for every great tag team villain
The passing of Dennis Condrey marks the end of an era for …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Is Kit Wilson the next big breakout star for WWE's mid-card?
Kit Wilson is undergoing a career-defining transformation. We analyze his heated feud …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Jade Cargill’s new alliance is a masterclass in SmackDown chaos
Jade Cargill has officially reshaped the SmackDown women's division by recruiting Michin …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Randy Orton is back to his sadistic roots and the Bloodline is fracturing
Randy Orton has returned to his sadistic roots, while the Bloodline's internal …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Why WrestleMania 41 needs to finally crown the true queen of the era
Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair are on a collision course, but only …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Wrestling Open is proving the indies aren't just surviving, they're thriving
The independent scene is alive and well in Rhode Island, where a …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
When the Octagon hits the Oval Office: Freedom 250 is a strange new frontier
As Donald Trump brings the Octagon to the White House for Freedom …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
AEW Dynasty 2026 is make or break for Tony Khan's vision
AEW is at a crossroads, and Dynasty 2026 is the moment where …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
CM Punk is finally where he belongs, but WrestleMania 41 is the real test
CM Punk's spot at WrestleMania 41 isn't a nostalgia act; it's a …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
AEW Dynasty 2026 is the crossroads where AEW either reinvents or repeats
AEW Dynasty 2026 is the make-or-break moment for the company's booking strategy; …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
The Judgment Day’s fractured foundation hits a breaking point
In a shocking turn of events, Damian Priest and R-Truth captured the …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Roadside chaos leaves SmackDown’s main event in tatters
A major main event was pulled from SmackDown after a real-life car …
2 months, 2 weeks ago