WWE Superstars Tweet About Last Night's Impact

[Dizzy]

- WWE United States Champion Dolph Ziggler wrote the following on Twitter last night about the TNA Impact Wrestling match between Jack Evans, Jesse Sorensen and Tony Nese:

"Cool ultimate x qualifier match on impact tonight! Evans does some pretty sick stuff! #seewrestlingcanbefun"

Tyson Kidd then wrote that it was good to see his friend Jack Evans back on TV. Gail Kim then chimed in and asked Kidd and Ziggler what she missed. She wrote: "a few peeps tweeting about evans. Did I miss some good s**t??"

Ziggler replied: "x qualifier was fun to watch, and seeing lynn and rvd in the ring together was cool too"

Now, the last time someone from WWE tweeted about what they saw on Impact...It was Stone Cold and Randy Orton. Does it mean they are gonna jump ship? Of course not. They respect the talent and the company of TNA but are happy in WWE.

So, let me ask this....Why the fuck does everyone have to pick a "side" of a company? Why not enjoy ALL wrestling? WWE fans (typical kids and childish adults) feel obligated to watch WWE only and not enjoy products of TNA and ROH.

Trish Stratus works for WWE and appeared backstage at the TNA House Show in Toronto a few weeks back. If the wrestlers don't act like "rivals" to other wrestlers in different companies, then why do fans have to make it that way? It ruins your enjoyment for each product.

 

[The Dragon Saga]

From a wrestlers side I guess if they were in a poor position in the company, them publiclly praising their rival on Twitter could be taken as a hint that they indeed wish to jump ship, a bit like Matt Hardy did. The ones that did tweet, knowing what was going on just thought it was cool and they gave TNA some praise. I remember Randy Orton praising TNA in the past, or at least a single match in TNA.

Some others have a contrasting opinion. CM Punk and Chris Jericho have ripped into TNA before in their tweets. I remember Jericho calling TNA the place where you go to finish your career, while CM Punk has refered to it in the past as an "abysmal excuse for a wrestling company." Mick Foley even gave a few words for TNA while he was going into his final few days, and they were treading the line of neutral and insulting. And he worked for them.

As for the wrestling fan. I think most people who just enjoy professional wrestling as a whole are open to viewing any and all products. Personally I watch a lot. Ring of Honor being my main one, by personal choice, WWE being next in line as I grew up watching it and it was a major part of my childhood, I also enjoy watching it for the matches which can sometimes be ignored gems and developing characters. And I watch TNA because I used to be a big fan back when Jarrett had control. Do I give TNA creative criticizm which is insulting? Sure. Because they make a lot of poor decisions and they deserve it sometimes.

You can enjoy all three products, but you still have your own voice and opinions on the products, and if one whishes to insult/criticize said product, they are free to do so, some people take that the wrong way, especially marks who refuse to admit the negatives in their favorite promotion. That's something a lot of people mix up with sheer, homicidal hatred towards a certain company.

 

[Mustang Sally]

Why the fuck does everyone have to pick a "side" of a company? Why not enjoy ALL wrestling?

It's a viable question and in my opinion, fans "picking sides" stems from TNA's attempt to take over the position as #1 wrestling company with their aborted January 4, 2010 move to Monday nights. Before that, I believe WWE was happy to leave TNA alone to operate as a "niche" organization, plying their trade on a different night and looking to appeal to a different type of fan base. I'm sure WWE was monitoring the competition and making sure they didn't go after too many WWE employees, but Vince was probably content to leave well enough alone.

I don't recall reading as much about fans taking sides before TNA started the war. Sure, there were folks who took sides even when it wasn't necessary, but it wasn't as pronounced as it became after TNA started their Hogan/Bischoff era.

As for the wrestlers themselves? The smarter ones don't criticize or burn bridges, knowing they may have to approach the other company for a job someday. But the guys and gals of both organizations are doing the same thing for a living and, beyond petty jealousies, will always appreciate what their counterparts in the other company are doing.

WWE fans can blame guys like Kurt Angle and Jeff Hardy for defecting, but they certainly can't fault folks like Ken Anderson and Mickie James for seeking employment with TNA after WWE released them.

Whether Vince McMahon wants his people tweeting anything positive about the competition is another thing entirely, but appreciating the work of their brethren is the natural thing to do.

 

[Dizzy]

TNA taking sides started from the time they started adding the Kurt Angle's and Sting's. For example if you go on TNAwrestling's Youtube channel to watch some clips of matches, you will see a ton of "WWE rocks TNA sucks" or "TNA rocks WWE is kiddy bullshit"

You will see 30 comments of arguing over both companies. The first thing, you would obviously say is It's simply Youtube trolls and idiots but when you look at Twitter feeds, they seriously talk about that. Now, it goes beyond WWE. It goes even into ROH overtaking WWE and TNA nowadays.

The reason why I brought this up is because your seeing a TON of fans attacking Ziggler, Kim and Tyson for commenting on Impact. Which is ridiculous.

 

[KitInaka]

I think that the company line seems to be more in the head of old school wrestling fans who try and compare the WWE/TNA/ROH saga to the WWF/WCW/ECW saga than the wrestlers nowadays. This is of course not a good thing as those people are trying to re-live the past rather than accept change ad look to the future.

I don't see the problem with acknowledging another company. If anything it help both companies as the wrestlers from one are boosting the appearence of the other. Not to mention there are alot of wrestlers in TNA that are friends with wrestlers in WWE. HBK and Trips are both really good friends with Somoa Joe for example. DX even met up with Joe at a bar and the three hung out together. (There were a bunch of other wrestlers from both companies there too.)

Bottom Line: I agree we should shut up and enjoy wrestling. I think that it's because of the management though nowadays that we have these super strict company lines that have the "You're either with us or against us" mentality.

 

[sweetcosmicpope]

Well, if we're talking about just watching all wrestling, I would disagree to a certain point. I personally don't like the current WWE product, and really, I always felt it was 2nd best in the monday night wars, as well. However, I respect anybody who works there and watches it. None of my business. I'll say this. If I was a wrestler, and even though I found TNA or ROH superior, I'd jump ship to WWE in a heartbeat for the bigger check and spotlight.

Now, as far as bickering over who's better and who sucks, etc; Bunch of kindergarten, pissing contest bullshit. Really, who gives a crap? I'm not talking about constructive criticism, either. I mean the people who just shit on everything and offer nothing besides "just close up the doors, TNA," or "I can't wait until Vince dies and WWE can be good again." Morons, I tell ya.

 

[jokerjoe110]

Because everyone has a preference. certain shows or companies dont appeal to everyone and since this is the IWC everyone has to voice their opinion this thread is basically a why cant we all just get along thread and it just wont happen. some people like the over the top story lines and blood that come with TNA while others prefer the professional look and big time feel of the WWE and then you have the i knew them before they were a huge deal that is ROH. basically i dont see why everyone has to like all three shows so i see nothing wrong with not enjoying "all of pro wrestling"

 

[bigbootydaddyV]

People are picking sides because they want the companies themselves to put forward the best product possible to win that loyalty. People are craving for the Monday Night Wars again, a period in Wrestling where two companies were constantly trying to one up the other because in the end the fans won, especially those who watched both. That's all we want again, rather than companies coasting or throwing shit against the wall hoping something'll stick.

The fact that the wrestlers are appreciating TNA's in ring talent is not a surprise, TNA has some AMAZING talent that can put on some amazing matches, as does WWE (guarantee most the TNA locker room watched Mania and saw Shawn and Taker for instance). It's when the WWE guys start appreciating TNA storylines and how TNA utilizes talent and pays talent etc. that things will start to get interesting. If TNA can attract a couple big name stars like WCW did with Nash and Hall it could give them a boost to start a real rivalry. There is nothing more exciting than a legit rivalry between opposing companies like WCW and WWE had, because in the end, WE the fans win big!

 

[Elementz of Fear]

As everyone else already stated, way back when Angle jumped ship TNA did start the whole sides thing once veterans came over there. They tried challenging WWE for the #1 spot and failed miserably. Guys in both companies will obviously be more partial to the one they work for but most appreciate good wrestling when they see it. That said, it is hard to argue that Impact is actually WORTH watching. Josh Isenberg said it best when his rant on what was TNA in that it is almost impossible to tell who is a face and who is a heel at any given time. I'm always confused too so I don't even bother with the show. If I have to put a conscious effort to make sure I watch something then the product isn't doing its job, therefore I choose the side of the better show, plain and simple.

Does anyone here actually even view Impact as competition anyway? I certainly don't anymore...

 

[Zeven_Zion]

As everyone else already stated, way back when Angle jumped ship TNA did start the whole sides thing once veterans came over there. They tried challenging WWE for the #1 spot and failed miserably. Guys in both companies will obviously be more partial to the one they work for but most appreciate good wrestling when they see it. That said, it is hard to argue that Impact is actually WORTH watching. Josh Isenberg said it best when his rant on what was TNA in that it is almost impossible to tell who is a face and who is a heel at any given time. I'm always confused too so I don't even bother with the show. If I have to put a conscious effort to make sure I watch something then the product isn't doing its job, therefore I choose the side of the better show, plain and simple.

Does anyone here actually even view Impact as competition anyway? I certainly don't anymore...

And you should also know that Isenberg is a big WWE mark. Can't tell who's heel and who's face? How come I can? I always have. Since day one. So if I can and he can't isn't that a matter of watching the product and having at least one braincell on active duty?

TNA is not competition to WWE. That's true. In the numbers department. Quality wise? TNA is often blowing the WWE out of the water as far as show structure and content goes. I'll give credit to WWE when they deserve it. I was jumping up and down like a little girl for Punk's performance. But still, TNA delivers better in my opinion, and it's hard to argue with the following ...

- Better matches (not LONGER matches. Time is nearly irrelevant. The wrestlers are also better.)
- Better promos (WWE has Punk and Cena to an extent. TNA has better mic workers like Bully Ray, Anderson, Sting, Bischoff, Steiner etc.)
- Better talent (Where do you start?)
- Better storylines and storyline development (Personal preference.)

3 out of 4. How do you argue that TNA has worse matches with the roster they have? Even the low card guys are at least decent. How do you argue that WWE's promos are better? How do you argue that WWE's roster is better?

That's what a wrestling TV show has. That's what a TV show should be judged by. Not "Hogen izz der 4 da mon4y!" or "F4ck RUSSO!!!!11!". Have you noticed that the TNA haters always complain for smarky reasons and the WWE haters simply don't like the quality of the product, not who's writing or who came from where or who got drunk and high or anything stupid like that.

We pick sides because we're all idiots. Yes, myself included. At least I have the testicular fortitude to admit it. But I'll remain willfully ignorant 'cause it's kind of fun.

 

[TheBWO]

I don't think what one wrestler says about another wrestling company matters---and here's why---

You really think that if I read Gail Kim's tweet about what happened on TNA last night (props to the match...it was pretty good for the five minutes or so they worked ) that it would make the ENTIRE WWE universe swap stations? Very unlikely. Now, if TNA repeats the episode like it did the other week on a Tuesday---will people watch? Doubtful....but what MIGHT happen is be like me, ...a channel flipper until the match comes on....once it's over...that's it. Now, I'm not saying that's what will happen, but I've never seen (with the exception of the stock market) so much hinging on what one person says that it would completely destroy the company. Besides....it's Gail Kim...it's not like it's Cena or Orton (naming them due to popularity...obviously not because of talent,..or lack thereof). Not to mention...if one person works for two rival car companies (ford and GM let's say), --and your friend works for the other--really think you would quit being friends because of it? Nope...and really, I think that at least one of the friends could like ONE thing about the new ________ that just came out. This is the same thing. They're just stating "hey...good match...nice props", because in reading the comments, there wasn't ANYTHING said about TNA...just about the wrestlers themselves. Proof that if Jack Evans went to another company....it would the same thing. "Nice match Evans"---not "Nice match Evans...I see being stuck in a low-life company like _______ still works for you" or something of that nature.

 

[iwinulose]

honestly, tna utilizes their talent better, everyone gets a shot, that more then the wwe can say, of course i like the wwe and TNA equally as they are both good products. i wish ROH would air in canada so i could watch it. as far as competition, tna is better then the wwe since they use their talent not just let them sit on the burner. more matches on tna then the wwe plus tna is a wrestling company. wwe has lots of great guys, lots of great moments, lots of talent (not that they use half of it). as far as people bashing tna, theres no reason for it, yes tna uses lots of former wwe employees, but tna is still a really great company none the less.

 

[Mr Cold]

Dolph Ziggler admits to watching other wrestling programs..Hes not just a wrestler hes a fan too..Wrestling matters and thats somthing that WWE forgot a long time ago...I only choose sides because I do not like what WWE has been doing with their wrestlers..Chavo for example..Great wrestler that got shafted every match..Let him go just as they brought in Sin Cara..DUMB..Chavo vs Sin Cara = good match..As for not likeing a Brand just because its a rival,just shut it.If you dont like it then dont watch it,otherwise dont knock it till you try it..

 

[PHANTOMWWE]

And you should also know that Isenberg is a big WWE mark. Can't tell who's heel and who's face? How come I can? I always have. Since day one. So if I can and he can't isn't that a matter of watching the product and having at least one braincell on active duty?

TNA is not competition to WWE. That's true. In the numbers department. Quality wise? TNA is often blowing the WWE out of the water as far as show structure and content goes. I'll give credit to WWE when they deserve it. I was jumping up and down like a little girl for Punk's performance. But still, TNA delivers better in my opinion, and it's hard to argue with the following ...

- Better matches (not LONGER matches. Time is nearly irrelevant. The wrestlers are also better.)
- Better promos (WWE has Punk and Cena to an extent. TNA has better mic workers like Bully Ray, Anderson, Sting, Bischoff, Steiner etc.)
- Better talent (Where do you start?)
- Better storylines and storyline development (Personal preference.)

3 out of 4. How do you argue that TNA has worse matches with the roster they have? Even the low card guys are at least decent. How do you argue that WWE's promos are better? How do you argue that WWE's roster is better?

That's what a wrestling TV show has. That's what a TV show should be judged by. Not "Hogen izz der 4 da mon4y!" or "F4ck RUSSO!!!!11!". Have you noticed that the TNA haters always complain for smarky reasons and the WWE haters simply don't like the quality of the product, not who's writing or who came from where or who got drunk and high or anything stupid like that.

We pick sides because we're all idiots. Yes, myself included. At least I have the testicular fortitude to admit it. But I'll remain willfully ignorant 'cause it's kind of fun.

WWE has better storylines,talent,promos and matches bot WRESTLEMANIA OWNS BOUND FOR GLORY!!!! while TNA has to COPY WWE just to snag in their BOTTY brass! WWE can fill up a 100,000 seat stadium in minutes while TNA can't even fill up 200 bots in a high school gym LOL! well at least crackhead hardy couldn't! you TNABOTS talk about "wrestling matters" well where is the wrestling kid???? where is it?? because if tna or IW as you bots call it was all about wrestling then they would be competing HEAD to HEAD against RAW instead of getting scared and running like the little bitches that they are back to thursday nights! and they would be getting 2.0's-4.0's instead of being stuck in the 1.0-1.4 range for 2 fucking years! hell raw got a LOW 2.4 rating but hell,that was better than impact or crapact wrestling! now you are right on one thing kid..we pick sides because we are idiots but just like you are defending IW i am defending WWE because i am a WWE mark and i am damn proud of it! and if ziggler and the other WWE supe.............WRESTLERS praised impact SO BE IT! and WHO CARES! because a lot of TNA wrestlers was praising WRESTLEMANIA 25 because of the HBK/TAKER match! seven or ze......whatever the fuck your name is........i hope tna can and will get better and return to monday nights so we can have the monday night wars 2 but with clueless dixie,no memory jarrett,dense russo, the so-called immortal hulk "i'm gonna kill my wife hogan,and the man who is the cause of WCW being owned by his enemy VKM bischoff running things tna is gonna fail and if that happens kid then you and all the TNA bots better start liking WWE,switch to ROH,THE INDIES,move on to another sport NFL,NBA,NHL,MLB or MLS or become fans of UFC because with all those clueless assholes being in charge of TNA and fucking it up which they are doing now...tna is 12-24 months away from closing up shop...FOR GOOD!!!! i feel sorry for you BOTS!!!LOL!!!!

 

[maxparrott]

It's funny how a 'why can't we all just get along' thread turned into a 'which is better: WWE or TNA' thread. I think most reasonable people on these forums just like 'pro wrestling', not a specific brand. We all have a favorite brand, but it's like coke and pepsi. I like pepsi better, but it's all just cola, no matter what you call it. It's all pro-wrestling, whether you use that term or not.

As for WWE superstars commenting on TNA programming, I'd say if TNA were any type of real competition WWE wouldn't allow it. I think WWE sees TNA as a double-a organization, so it doesn't matter what people say. If they were on equal standing, I doubt this type of thing would be allowed. If you worked for Ford, you wouldn't be allowed to publicly promote Chevy.

 

[MizFitAwesome]

Kudos to the WWE wrestlers that acknowledge the career dump.I
What I find funny is how TNA marks are quick to point out every known flaw of the WWE product, yet overlook when their company repeats the same flaws to a larger degree, How many WWE PPV's have had a 30 second or less championship match this year? 0. TNA fans cry about WWE storylines when their company is the one ripping off audition promos sent in from independent wrestlers.Let's also not forget how TNA lambasts their fans and other wrestlers on Twitter and then claims their Twitter accounts have gotten hacked as opposed to just maning up and apologizing.

 

[PlayTheGameHHH]

They have the right to watch and comment on whatever the hell they want, for example, when he's touring the world and going on TV every week he's Dolph Ziggler the wrestler but when he's at home or in he's in a hotel room he's Nick Nemeth the fan so he can watch whatever he wants, I don't think WWE will mind.

 

[huegtoad]

wwe has brand strength and production strenth and no matter how much better or worse TNA's product actually is, WWE's will always look better. We are visual people and when you see a tightly produced kevin dunn show infront of 15 to 20,000 people you will always gravitate towards it when comparing it to a show inside a television studio in front of 1 to 3 thousand fans, in which you can visably see that some within that crowd are uninterested. take that with the fact that i have 3 kids and i can only watch so much wrestling within a week and i will watch WWE and gravitate towards that show, even though i know TNA may have the better talent and roster

 

[The Future Rises]

Well, I admit I'm not a TNA fan, but the way TNA just constantly insult WWE when there stars are prasing there company makes me sick, seriously, not one time did TNA mention WWE with praise, I realize they just wanna beat the strong competition but insulting them really is just gonna get you less fans who are huge fans of the other company, just watch there fake Vince McMahon and Triple H invasion skit, seriously, if that's a company that wants to get taken seriously then they shouldn't pull pathetic stuff like that, all they need to do is focus on there own program, in my opinion the WWE paved the way for TNA or Impact! Wrestling or whatever, so they should atleast show respect, even if they wanna beat them in ratings and gain more fans.

 

[itssoeasy123]

Kudos to the WWE wrestlers that acknowledge the career dump.I
What I find funny is how TNA marks are quick to point out every known flaw of the WWE product, yet overlook when their company repeats the same flaws to a larger degree, How many WWE PPV's have had a 30 second or less championship match this year? 0. TNA fans cry about WWE storylines when their company is the one ripping off audition promos sent in from independent wrestlers.Let's also not forget how TNA lambasts their fans and other wrestlers on Twitter and then claims their Twitter accounts have gotten hacked as opposed to just maning up and apologizing.

That's the thing, the fans of TNA's lack to be opinionated on their product. Many times TNA could do something that many people dislike, but then there's the boatload of TNA fans ready to turn everything around and start praising whatever the hell TNA is doing. Some people it's just plain wierd, I mean, Hogan could shove his dick into the camera and there's probably be a few TNA fans like "this is controversial, people will wanna watch this."

I am not alway's a praising the WWE, there are thing's I dislike. Putting CM Punk in Nexus I think was a mistake, ending the Punk/Cena fued for no reason I think is ridiculous, having Cena/Barret at TLC was just plain stupid, Wrestlemania 27 wasn't all that good. I think WWE should've had Rock/Cena at WM 27, not next year. I though The Rock's birthday party was a complete disaster, the 40 man Royal Rumble was more like a gaunlet match for half of it and was boring for a while, Royal Rumble 2009 was awful (the whole show) WM 26 wasn't good.


There also the constant bashing of the WWE, and the whole "Wrestling Matter's campaign, which was just a bash at WWE for rebranding, becuase somebody in TNA can't read. And, even after the whole "WWE won't say wrestling anymore," I have been hearing the word's "wrestling" or "wrestler," even more. Hell, Vince McMahon said on RAW, "another wrestling organization." I think people, including TNA, took the whole rebranding thing way out of proportion, and now it's making them look stupid. There's not that much difference between Impact Wrestling and Smackdown, other than the old man and the swerves, both show's really have the same amount of in-ring wreslting. I just don't watch Impact becuase o the constant swerve's, heel/face turn's every 2 month's, Immortal, Hulk Hogan, the inconsistancy in storyline's, the nonsense booking of Vince Russo, and the fact that any chance they get to bash Vince McMahon, they take it.

 

[Dizzy]

It's funny how a 'why can't we all just get along' thread turned into a 'which is better: WWE or TNA' thread. I think most reasonable people on these forums just like 'pro wrestling', not a specific brand. We all have a favorite brand, but it's like coke and pepsi. I like pepsi better, but it's all just cola, no matter what you call it. It's all pro-wrestling, whether you use that term or not.

As for WWE superstars commenting on TNA programming, I'd say if TNA were any type of real competition WWE wouldn't allow it. I think WWE sees TNA as a double-a organization, so it doesn't matter what people say. If they were on equal standing, I doubt this type of thing would be allowed. If you worked for Ford, you wouldn't be allowed to publicly promote Chevy.

I see what you mean but if your theory were true, don't you think Punk would mentioned TNA in his promo? He was there before. It would be an obvious option for him if he left WWE (Kayfabe or Reality wise)

When Kaval did his rap on NXT and said "Total Non Stop Action" Micheal Cole quickly said "That was stupid. That rap could get him fired!"

WWE sees TNA but they see them as a threat if you mention it and give them any exposure. I honestly think WWE looks at TNA as a bomb that COULD explode if they hit stride like they have been in the last 4 weeks.

Let's not ignore when Hogan debuted, his segment alone drew 3.5 million viewers when WWE averages 4.8 million viewers a week. That is dangerously close to what WWE draws which could be a threat.

As of right now, Impact Wrestling is drawing what SmackDown used to draw on MyNetworkTV. Again, dangerously close.

Once TNA begins to grab faithful viewers from the IWC + Casual fans who aren't that aware of their product then they are a legit threat. 5 Indy wrestlers who said "They would never go to TNA due to their product and direction" have changed their stance.

It's the little things that worry WWE somewhat. WWE isn't as a force anymore. They create new PPVs to cover the fact they are losing buyrates, they drew a 2.4 this past Monday which would be considered a failure rating compared to 4 years ago.

WWE doesn't overlook TNA but they know they are two different products and legacy's. WWE has cemented a legacy over the last 2 decades. TNA is creating theirs each week and day.

 

[Zeven_Zion]

Well, I admit I'm not a TNA fan, but the way TNA just constantly insult WWE when there stars are prasing there company makes me sick, seriously, not one time did TNA mention WWE with praise, I realize they just wanna beat the strong competition but insulting them really is just gonna get you less fans who are huge fans of the other company, just watch there fake Vince McMahon and Triple H invasion skit, seriously, if that's a company that wants to get taken seriously then they shouldn't pull pathetic stuff like that, all they need to do is focus on there own program, in my opinion the WWE paved the way for TNA or Impact! Wrestling or whatever, so they should atleast show respect, even if they wanna beat them in ratings and gain more fans.

What do you mean "constantly"? TNA doesn't live to insult WWE. The only times I remember someone from TNA mocking WWE is when they fucking deserved it.

Anderson ranted on them, and they deserved it. Anderson got screwed out of a good, well paying job and a possible bright future with the WWE by Orton.

Bischoff mocked WWE for their guest host idea, which is as moronic as it gets.

Taz mocked WWE for firing Danielson over choking someone with a tie. That was plain dumb.

Then we have the Sting promo which was a total knock on WWE, and with the recent rumors of Sangriento being Spike's idea, I won't be surprised if this is too. THAT was unnecessary (even though I thought it was fun to fuck with the smarks).

Wrestling Matters is also a knock on the WWE, and they once again deserve it. Removing wrestling from the name and not calling your guys wrestlers? That's shitting on the business. Even Randy fucking Orton mocked it on an interview he did recently.

I think TNA should keep shitting on WWE when they mess up, and WWE fans shouldn't be so butt hurt when someone points out actual flaws. Tell you what, if WWE started shitting on TNA you'd all be hopping, skipping and jumping. Laughing your asses off. Would YOU say it makes WWE look pathetic and second rate? I doubt it.

Jabs like that are fun and I wish WWE would grow some balls and throw a few. I like that bickering between companies. It's fun to watch. Go tell that "it's pathetic" hogwash to Bischoff. He made a career out of being sleazy like that and I love every minue of it.

WWE turned too many fans into *****es. Everyone's politically correct now. Everyone's about respect and honor and love and peace. **gags**

 

[itssoeasy123]

I see what you mean but if your theory were true, don't you think Punk would mentioned TNA in his promo? He was there before. It would be an obvious option for him if he left WWE (Kayfabe or Reality wise)

When Kaval did his rap on NXT and said "Total Non Stop Action" Micheal Cole quickly said "That was stupid. That rap could get him fired!"

WWE sees TNA but they see them as a threat if you mention it and give them any exposure. I honestly think WWE looks at TNA as a bomb that COULD explode if they hit stride like they have been in the last 4 weeks.

Let's not ignore when Hogan debuted, his segment alone drew 3.5 million viewers when WWE averages 4.8 million viewers a week. That is dangerously close to what WWE draws which could be a threat.

As of right now, Impact Wrestling is drawing what SmackDown used to draw on MyNetworkTV. Again, dangerously close.

Once TNA begins to grab faithful viewers from the IWC + Casual fans who aren't that aware of their product then they are a legit threat. 5 Indy wrestlers who said "They would never go to TNA due to their product and direction" have changed their stance.

It's the little things that worry WWE somewhat. WWE isn't as a force anymore. They create new PPVs to cover the fact they are losing buyrates, they drew a 2.4 this past Monday which would be considered a failure rating compared to 4 years ago.

WWE doesn't overlook TNA but they know they are two different products and legacy's. WWE has cemented a legacy over the last 2 decades. TNA is creating theirs each week and day.

Just to remind you, RAW did get a 2.4 rating, but it was the highest rating on cable on July 4th.

I don't think Vince McMahon see's TNA as any threat whatsoever. Why would he? What does he have to be worried about, I doubt any top WWE star is going over to TNA anytime soon to "change the face of TNA." I think WWE just doesn't really care about TNA in the sense that alot of TNA fan's they he does. Vince is a billonare with a global entertainment company, why would he care about this "Rasslin" (as he would put it) company that hasn't done anything for nearly a decade?

What threat does TNA have?

 

[Green Bay Wisconsin]

Jack Evans. The wrestler John Morrison always wanted to be but never will.

 

[Zeven_Zion]

Just to remind you, RAW did get a 2.4 rating, but it was the highest rating on cable on July 4th.

I don't think Vince McMahon see's TNA as any threat whatsoever. Why would he? What does he have to be worried about, I doubt any top WWE star is going over to TNA anytime soon to "change the face of TNA." I think WWE just doesn't really care about TNA in the sense that alot of TNA fan's they he does. Vince is a billonare with a global entertainment company, why would he care about this "Rasslin" (as he would put it) company that hasn't done anything for nearly a decade?

What threat does TNA have?

Make Vince a millionaire with a company whose numbers are melting faster than butter on a hot frying pan and you'll be correct.

But I do agree that Vince doesn't or shouldn't care about TNA as a threat. Let's face it, it's not. Numbers wise - not even close. Today, in this very moment TNA has no chance to overthrow anything, money wise. McMahon is a businessman, so in a "Business vs Business" sense, McMahon won't lose any sleep over this.

However, he shouldn't overlook them. He did that to WCW and they fucked him in the ass. TNA's even more dangerous because they're ran by basically the same people who stomped a hole in him, but this time they've smartened up and they know what NOT to do. They still have a great roster and unlimited potential and Panda Energy's backing. You never know when the Carters will shed more cash for TNA. They've got more gravy than McMahon could dream of.

Worry about them now? Nah. Overlook them and condemn them to never be anything? Big mistake. TNA's a time bomb.