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
Raw main event setup signals trouble for the title picture
A sharp look at tonight's Raw main event and the booking issues …
2 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks ago
Alba Fyre and the post-WWE career pivot
Alba Fyre is weighing her options post-WWE and the whispers surrounding a …
2 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks ago
Cody Rhodes battles shoulder strain after Inalpi Arena main event
Cody Rhodes deals with a shoulder strain following a demanding main event …
2 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks agoWrestling Open is living proof that hunger beats big budgets
The wrestling community is split between production value and raw, unpolished talent. …
2 weeks 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 …
2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining NXT Forces in the 2026 Resurgence
NXT is navigating a volatile 2026, balancing record-low viewership, the rise of …
2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining WWE Moments of the 2026 Season
Liv Morgan's bold entry into the 2026 Queen of the Ring tournament …
2 weeks 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 …
2 weeks ago
Seth Rollins faces recovery hurdle after undisclosed injury
Seth Rollins is out of action with a soft tissue injury sustained …
2 weeks ago
Top 10: Defining Pro Wrestling Moments of 2026
A deep dive into the 10 most critical moments shaping 2026, from …
2 weeks 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 …
2 weeks ago
AJ Styles is right to worry about Will Ospreay
AJ Styles' recent comments on Will Ospreay highlight the fundamental tension between …
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Roxanne Perez is the most consistent performer on the NXT roster
With 384 days as NXT champion, Roxanne Perez has become the most …
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Top 10: Defining Wrestling Moments of Early 2026
A rapid-fire look at the 10 defining wrestling moments of early 2026, …
2 weeks, 1 day ago