Tossing Salt Presents:
Ultimate Wrestling Q&A
Steve Austin, Ricky Starks, Penta & More
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Doug Maynard

It’s the Ultimate Wrestling Q&A. I’m Doug. Let’s get ready to rumble. Let’s rock.

Do you want to see Kevin Owens versus Sami Zayn at WrestleMania?

If it were to happen, we know it would be a great match. We also know that it would be a big moment for both Owens and Zayn. There are most likely many other options to consider for both men, but if this ends up being a match at WrestleMania, I won’t be upset or object.

Chelsea Green versus Alicia Fox. Who wins?

Alica Fox is a fun character and always entertaining, but the winner is no doubt in my mind. The longest-running and current WWE Women’s United States Champion, Chelsea Green.

Steve Austin just announced that he’s had a total knee replacement. So I guess Austin versus Punk for WrestleMania isn’t going to happen. Thoughts?

This sucks because I was actually excited about the possibility of a Punk versus Austin match at some point. I guess we’ll have to wait on that. I’m glad that Austin is taking care of himself and here’s to a quick, speedy, and painless recovery. As for Punk, the Rattlesnake will have to wait, so he’ll probably just have to satisfy himself with a challenge for a World Championship or other title instead. Poor baby.

When was the last time someone debuted in WWE and came off like an immediate Superstar the way Penta has?

It’s been quite a while. Chris Jericho maybe, by interrupting The Rock? I’m sure that there are many more recent examples, but it’s a rare thing to come in with so much hype and immediately live up to it as Penta has. I didn’t have much enthusiasm about Penta coming to WWE, but the past few weeks have made me a believer.

Do you think WWE has dropped the ball with The Wyatt Sicks, or is this just a temporary setback?

I think it’s a combination of both. WWE Creative doesn’t seem to know what to do with the Wyatt group. The response when they enter an arena is great, but the matches and stories thus far have been less than impressive. In their defense, the supernatural stuff is a hard sell in the best of times and most fans today want more reality-based characters than creepy oddities. But hopefully, with the move to Smackdown and some major tweaking of the gimmick, the group can rebound and have the success they deserve. The Wyatts are a work in progress.

Do you want to see Ricky Starks show up on WWE RAW and drop the most 🔥 promo after his contract expires?

I just want to see Starks show up in WWE, prove the doubters wrong, and be the huge star that we think he has the potential to be. And yes, a good promo on Day 1 would be a great way to start.

Do you think Ricky Starks will shine brighter in WWE, or should AEW work to repair the relationship?

AEW should reach out and use Starks while he’s available and under contract. To not do so is just dumb business. And yes, I think Stark’s star will shine brighter in WWE.

What do you think about WWE using real-life events like Paul Bearer’s passing in storylines?

This is a world of social media and marks. Using reality and real-life events in stories is not only smart but necessary. The fans know what’s going on with their favorite wrestlers and ignoring facts or making up stuff will only alienate those fans. Also, real life and reality make the best stories.

Do you think WWE deliberately targeted AEW’s All In: Texas, or was it just a coincidence?

Why would WWE deliberately run a show like Saturday Night’s Main Event against an AEW PPV? That would be childish and petty. It is strictly coincidence.

Is AEW dropping the ball with the Hurt Business?

Up until last night, I would have said yes, but last night, Lashley & Shelton Benjamin beat Private Party to capture the AEW World Tag Team Championship. So, for now, I’ll have to say no. Not yet anyhow.

And there you go. My thanks for reading. Comments, thoughts, and any questions are welcome and appreciated. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe. And with that, I’ll catch you on the flipside. I’m out of here. Take care and be well. I’ll see you at the matches.

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