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
Je'Von Evans: The NXT breakout player primed for a main roster jump
Je'Von Evans is reportedly nearing a main roster call-up. We analyze why …
1 week, 2 days ago
Top 10: Elite Wrestling Moments of the 2026 Season
Ranking the defining moments of the 2026 wrestling season, from major heel …
1 week, 2 days ago
SmackDown's strange Thursday shift demands tactical adjustments
The shift to a Thursday afternoon broadcast is a transparent attempt to …
1 week, 2 days ago
Top 10: The Most Impactful Pro Wrestling Moments of 2026
A deep dive into the 10 most critical moments shaping the professional …
1 week, 2 days ago
Could Matt Riddle revitalize the NJPW junior heavyweight division?
Matt Riddle is reportedly exploring a move to NJPW, but personal hurdles …
1 week, 2 days ago
PRODUCE Wrestling and MyAEW deal sparks talent exchange speculation
The new PPV distribution deal between PRODUCE Wrestling and MyAEW is fueling …
1 week, 2 days agoNXT viewership numbers prove the Tuesday night grind is stalling
The latest NXT viewership numbers are in, and they paint a picture …
1 week, 2 days ago
Jimmy Hart is a treasure, but is he wrong about the Hall of Fame?
Jimmy Hart says he wouldn't be in the Hall of Fame without …
1 week, 2 days ago
NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors 33 is a gauntlet that demands a technical winner
Analyzing the Best of the Super Juniors 33 through the lens of …
1 week, 2 days ago
Best of the Super Juniors 33 is defined by its brutal semifinals
The Best of the Super Juniors 33 field has been finalized after …
1 week, 3 days ago
Beyond Wrestling needs more than Orange Cassidy to fix its schedule
Beyond Wrestling is betting its summer on Cranston and Orange Cassidy, but …
1 week, 3 days ago
Danhausen’s Knicks curse is the smartest heel move of 2026
Danhausen’s bizarre crusade against the Knicks is a masterclass in viral engagement, …
1 week, 3 days ago
MJF injury on Dynamite leaves AEW creative in a bind
MJF suffered a legitimate injury on AEW Dynamite. As the promotion waits …
1 week, 3 days ago
Léi Yǐng Lee injury forces TNA to juggle Knockouts championship picture
Léi Yǐng Lee's recent leg injury has cast doubt on her upcoming …
1 week, 3 days ago
Athena is still the only reason to watch ROH
Athena remains the only thing keeping ROH afloat, and that’s a dangerous …
1 week, 3 days ago
NXT viewership data is a boring mirror for a stagnant show
NXT's latest rating bump on The CW might get a cheer from …
1 week, 3 days ago
AAA just proved that wrestling needs soul over scripts
AAA's Noche De Los Grandes proved that legacy-driven storytelling beats corporate content …
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Booking Oba Femi requires more than just a loss to Brock Lesnar
Oba Femi's momentum has stalled after his clash with Brock Lesnar. I …
1 week, 3 days ago
The Hardys are about to find out the Wicked Gardens is a trap
Analyzing the tactical nightmare waiting for The Hardys in the Wicked Gardens …
1 week, 3 days agoTop 10: WWE Moments of the 2026 Calendar Year
From the erasure of the Heritage Cup to the physical toll on …
1 week, 3 days ago