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
Medical History Will Decide Anna Jay's Next AEW Contract
Anna Jay's AEW contract is expiring, but her 2021 shoulder surgery and …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Ric Flair wants us to move on, but he just can't stop talking
The Nature Boy is asking the wrestling world for a reset after …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Vince Russo declining a Hall of Fame invite is peak wrestling delusion
Vince Russo loudly rejected a WWE Hall of Fame ring nobody offered …
1 month, 2 weeks agoTop 10: The Greatest Wrestling Moments of the Modern Era
The last decade of professional wrestling hasn't just been a renaissance—it has …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: The Greatest Wrestling Moments of the Modern Era
From Cody finishing the story to John Cena's emotional Las Vegas farewell, …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Tony Ferguson vs Arman Tsarukyan is the matchup we never asked for
Arman Tsarukyan is taking a massive gamble with his UFC career, booking …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Nick LoPiccolo just proved how easy it is to trigger AEW fans
After facing severe criticism for his recent comments, Nick LoPiccolo doubled down …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Anna Jay's expiring contract is a much bigger deal than she claims
Anna Jay is downplaying her expiring AEW contract, but the 27-year-old free …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
TNA is betting big on Boston for Slammiversary 2026
TNA Wrestling is launching a massive summer campaign with Slammiversary in Boston, …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
CM Punk's WWE Honeymoon Is Already Over
CM Punk's feel-good return to WWE is the calm before the storm. …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Charles Oliveira has the BMF belt but Conor McGregor is the real endgame
Charles Oliveira is the undisputed king of the BMF division after dismantling …
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Tony Khan finally stopped playing GM Mode on easy and started booking for real
AEW has secured a massive $555 million deal with WBD, and the …
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Tony Khan's 17-month reset faces its ultimate test at Double or Nothing
AEW has found its groove again since signing a massive TV deal, …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Stephanie Vaquer injury forces pause as NXT women's division scrambles
Stephanie Vaquer is sidelined, creating a major headache for creative. We break …
1 month, 2 weeks agoRoyce Keys' Dark Match Hustle: A Gamble Worth Taking?
NXT's Royce Keys reportedly asked Triple H for more dark matches before …
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Alexa Bliss is burying the Dark Alexa gimmick for good
Alexa Bliss has officially retired her 'Dark Alexa' persona, leaving fans to …
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WWE refreshes its broadcast rotation with the acquisition of Emily Agard
WWE has bolstered its NXT broadcast team with the addition of Sportsnet …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Matt Hardy's Bet on WWE's Two Most Interesting Rookies
Wrestling veteran Matt Hardy has identified Ethan Page and Joe Hendry as …
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WWE signing Zoe Hines because of political pressure is a total circus
WWE's reported signing of Zoe Hines, niece of RFK Jr., has sparked …
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AEW Redemption needs a bigger stage than this rumored location
AEW's Redemption PPV is approaching, but the rumored location and booking choices …
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