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
Andrade is slumming it on the indies and honestly, I love it
Andrade trading the bright lights for the independent circuit isn't a step …
5 days, 16 hours ago
WWE is eyeing a massive play for AAA TripleMania 34
With TripleMania 34 approaching, WWE's grip on AAA is tightening. I look …
6 days, 2 hours ago
Booker T finally addresses the AEW internet drama
Booker T is tired of the 'AEW hater' label, and honestly, the …
6 days, 4 hours agoOn This Day in Wrestling: June 09
As we look toward the FIFA World Cup, we examine the pitfalls …
6 days, 4 hours ago
Chad Gable is WWE's most urgent booking puzzle
AJ Styles is right: WWE is wasting a massive opportunity with Chad …
6 days, 5 hours ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Professional Wrestling
From the Montreal Screwjob to the viral Bad Ass Construction Worker, we …
6 days, 5 hours ago
Adam Cole’s return is the missing variable in AEW's ratings collapse
Adam Cole has been gone for 322 days, leaving a hole in …
6 days, 7 hours ago
Steve Maclin is a free agent and his options are wide open
Steve Maclin is a free agent after parting ways with TNA. We …
6 days, 7 hours ago
WWE’s absorption of AAA reveals a shift in international booking strategy
A 22 percent drop in high-spot frequency across AAA marks a new, …
6 days, 7 hours ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Modern Wrestling
A deep dive into the 10 moments that redefined professional wrestling, from …
6 days, 8 hours ago
Top 10: Defining Moments in Modern Wrestling
A deep dive into the ten most impactful moments in wrestling, from …
6 days, 8 hours ago
Penta isn't slowing down and the midcard is suffering for it
Penta retained his Intercontinental gold against Rey Mysterio, but the move signaled …
6 days, 8 hours ago
Chad Gable is finally the hero the midcard desperately needs
Chad Gable has officially turned babyface, but his tactical evolution suggests he …
6 days, 8 hours ago
NJPW's Junior Heavyweight scene is entering a chaotic new phase
The Best of the Super Juniors 33 is in the rearview, but …
6 days, 9 hours ago
Liv Morgan is the only logical choice for the Queen of the Ring throne
Liv Morgan is the clear frontrunner for Queen of the Ring glory. …
6 days, 10 hours agoRaw is starting with a shocker and fans are losing their minds
Raw is kicking off with a major segment tonight, sending the internet …
6 days, 11 hours ago
RAW's June 8 main event is already splitting the fanbase
The reaction to tonight's RAW main event is in, and it's classic …
6 days, 11 hours ago
The wrestling world is spiraling over the Hulk Hogan investigation results
The wrestling world is in full-blown conspiracy mode following the investigation into …
6 days, 11 hours ago
Andrade el Idolo’s recent independent bookings signal a major career pivot
Andrade el Idolo’s pivot toward high-profile guest spots on the independent circuit …
6 days, 13 hours agoLiv Morgan stalking trial set for next week: What to know
The stalking case against Shawn Chan, who targeted wrestler Liv Morgan at …
6 days, 13 hours ago