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
The internet is hallucinating a match six months away
The internet is obsessed with a future that doesn't exist, ignoring the …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Will Ospreay’s NJPW return is the crossover we need
Will Ospreay is heading back to NJPW at Sakura Genesis. I’m breaking …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
The shadow of legal fallout looms over WrestleMania 41
The bright lights of WrestleMania 41 cannot hide the heavy legal baggage …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
WrestleMania 41 is shaping up to be a total headache
WrestleMania 41 is around the corner, yet the rumor mill is obsessed …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Jeff Hawkins (Voices of Wrestling): "John Alba is saying that the noise on Chris Jericho has flipped and that there is now talk that h..."
Jeff Hawkins on Voices of Wrestling: key quotes on Roman Reigns performance, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
WrestleMania 41 is shaping up as WWE's biggest moment in years
WrestleMania 41 is just weeks away, but the booking remains disjointed and …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Modern Wrestling History
From the Montreal Screwjob to the end of the Streak, we break …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Kenny Omega’s recovery remains the biggest question mark for AEW
Kenny Omega's recovery from diverticulitis continues to impact AEW's booking, with no …
2 months, 3 weeks agoRandy Orton is playing a dangerous game with his past
Randy Orton taking a mystery call is a power move, but can …
2 months, 3 weeks agoDrew McIntyre is just projecting his own bitterness at Cody Rhodes
Drew McIntyre might have the mic skills, but his claim about 'helping' …
2 months, 3 weeks agoTNA is betting big on its AMC move as the roster faces a reality check
TNA makes its move to AMC this Thursday, but the promotion must …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
The data behind Drew McIntyre's obsession with CM Punk
Drew McIntyre's feud with CM Punk, despite ending in 2024, continues to …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
The wrestling world is spiraling toward a chaotic spring
The wrestling world is a disaster of confusing finishes and chaotic scheduling. …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
AEW Collision spoilers are igniting the IWC dumpster fires again
Spoiler reports for AEW Collision are sparking massive debate online. Between returning …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: Most Defining Moments in Modern Wrestling History
From the Montreal Screwjob to the end of the Streak, we rank …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why Al Snow is right about Paul Heyman and the ECW legacy
Al Snow is singing the praises of Paul Heyman again, and the …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Why the 2005 WWE pay cut ultimatum still ruins locker rooms
A look back at a 2005 contract dispute that proves WWE management …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
TNA is leaking talent while the roster feels thinner than ever
Dani Luna's exit and Queen Aminata's injury status highlight a looming depth …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Sean Ross Sapp (Fightful Wrestling Podcast): "David Finley officially finished up with New Japan Pro Wrestling this past week. He's done there...."
Sean Ross Sapp on Fightful Wrestling Podcast: key quotes on AEW and …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Tommy Dreamer on Busted Open Radio: "David Finley has joined AEW. He's all elite."
Tommy Dreamer on Busted Open Radio: key quotes on Kevin Knight's potential, …
2 months, 3 weeks ago