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
Top 10: Most Significant Moments of the 2026 Wrestling Spring
Technical efficiency and high-tempo booking dominated the wrestling world this spring. Ranking …
2 weeks, 5 days ago
Effy turned the Horseshoe into a neon-soaked rebellion
Effy’s Big Gay Las Vegas 2026 wasn't just a wrestling show; it …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
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 …
2 weeks, 6 days agoOn This Day in Wrestling: May 27
From the grit of mid-80s Memphis to the bloated spectacles of the …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
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 …
2 weeks, 6 days 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, …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
AEW's scheduling gamble as Redemption hits Montreal
AEW announces Redemption for Montreal this July, but the decision to book …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
Logan Paul injury forces major WWE tag team overhaul
Logan Paul is out for months with injury, forcing a major tag …
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
Kevin Nash is still settling scores from 1995
Kevin Nash is trading barbs with Bruce Prichard over the reception of …
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
Top 10: The Bella Chronicles
A deep dive into the 10 most defining aspects of the Bella …
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
WWE betting the house on more shows is a massive gamble
Expanding the WWE house show schedule is a tactical error that prioritizes …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
AEW heading to Montreal for Redemption is a massive gamble
AEW is taking a huge risk by bringing their new Redemption PPV …
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
AEW heading to Montreal for Redemption is a massive gamble
AEW is bringing Redemption to Montreal this July, but the company's booking …
2 weeks, 6 days agoTNA Xplosion highlights the shallow depth of the midcard
A sharp look at the latest TNA Xplosion, where technical prowess struggles …
2 weeks, 6 days ago
Big Damo and Nikki Storm buying PROGRESS and DEFY is a massive gamble
Analyzing the acquisition of PROGRESS and DEFY by Big Damo and Nikki …
2 weeks, 6 days ago