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
Mick Foley teasing an AEW run against MJF is a fun idea that shouldn't happen
Mick Foley recently stated his ideal final opponent would be MJF. While …
3 months agoWhy Eddie Edwards is right to ignore the NXT dream match machine
Eddie Edwards made it clear he isn't chasing the NXT crossover trend. …
3 months agoThe messy, inevitable reality of CM Punk main eventing WrestleMania 41
CM Punk's road to the WrestleMania 41 main event has been gritty, …
3 months ago
Chelsea Green is playing a dangerous game with reality
Chelsea Green is refusing to acknowledge her recent title loss, creating a …
3 months agoEddie Hearn is right about the UFC's pay structure
Eddie Hearn's recent critique of the UFC's heavyweight contract structure highlights a …
3 months ago
Why Tom Brady’s WrestleMania cameo is a PR disaster waiting to happen
Tom Brady's recent comments about WWE have ignited a firestorm. With Logan …
3 months ago
Ted DiBiase Jr. is legally clear, but his wrestling legacy remains in the mud
Ted DiBiase Jr. was acquitted of all charges, but that doesn't mean …
3 months ago
D-Von Dudley is making waves with his latest comments on Vince McMahon
D-Von Dudley sparks debate on locker room culture while fans weigh in …
3 months ago
Mick Foley is trading the hardcore ring for a different kind of fight
Mick Foley is trading his hardcore wrestling legacy for a blunt, aggressive …
3 months ago
Top 10 John Cena Matches and Moments
A deep dive into the career of John Cena, ranking the matches …
3 months ago
Why Kazuchika Okada’s potential return to NJPW is the talk of the locker room
Kazuchika Okada's potential return to NJPW is gaining traction, but it raises …
3 months ago
Why Seth Rollins is the true architect of the post-Cena era
With legends retiring, Seth Rollins is the only choice to anchor the …
3 months agoMick Foley isn't interested in your political campaign, and that's for the best
Mick Foley has officially ruled out a run for political office, citing …
3 months ago
Nic Nemeth isn't going anywhere, and TNA is all the better for it
Nic Nemeth's recent update on his in-ring future confirms that the former …
3 months agoDavid Sahadi’s exit proves the Kevin Dunn era was built on paranoia
David Sahadi defined the visual identity of the Attitude Era, but internal …
3 months agoWWE’s Hall of Fame class of 2026 feels like a sanitized trip down memory lane
The 2026 Hall of Fame class highlights the PG Era's commercial success …
3 months agoDennis Condrey was the blue-collar architect of tag team perfection
The passing of Dennis Condrey marks the end of an era for …
3 months agoThe Bella Twins return to the ring leaves more questions than answers
The Bella Twins' return to the ring for the Women's Tag Team …
3 months agoWWE’s internal hierarchy is hiding in plain sight on the website roster
WWE's latest website roster shuffle offers a rare glimpse into the company's …
3 months agoHologram's return is the wildcard AEW desperately needs right now
Hologram is finally teasing a return to the AEW ring after months …
3 months ago