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Post by โ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ on Jan 24, 2019 14:04:14 GMT -5
She has been one of my favorite parts of the WWE since she started! She is always exciting to watch and all of her matches feel big. I feel like she still has so much to do! I really hope she works something out!
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Post by Lorenzo Alcazar on Jan 24, 2019 14:15:06 GMT -5
I'm so glad. Now all the women who ARE wrestlers can finally have the spotlight again. True, more people are going to get opportunities. But it sucks for WWE because FOX Sports, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports, etc, aren't going to cover the rest of the women. They only cover Ronda, and with the men they cover Brock. Women's wrestling is going to sort of go back into main stream anonymity where the causal fan is going to tune out due to the lack of name recognition. The main stream media and legit sports outlets didn't jump on the "women's revolution/evolution" until Ronda Rousey was on board. Losing Ronda Rousey means WWE loses it's one true female "star" and they will be left with some VERY VERY VERY TALENTED wrestlers, they are wrestlers that you need to be a WRESTLING FAN to know or care about. I know, Becky is awesome. Charlotte is a natural. Bayley and Sasha were the bomb in NXT. But they aren't STARS in the traditional sense because they haven't transcend the WWE. Nobody but Ronda has done that, and maybe it's because she was a star first and brought her star to WWE, rather than the other way around. And I know the argument is always "why should the part timers and the athletes/celebrities that FAILED elsewhere come to WWE and get all the money and opportunities over the REAL wrestlers"....and it's true, you're right, it's not fair...but it's BUSINESS. WWE has made it clear as day that hardcore WWE fans are NOT their target audience. They've got the hardcore fans hooked and they aren't abandoning the WWE in large enough numbers to make WWE pivot off course. So WWE's focus is to use talent who have celebrity name value like legends, part timers and athletes from other sports to draw casual fans or new fans to the product to expand the fan base and make more money. I know some people see her and Brock as "THE EVIL", but they are really good BUSINESS for WWE. WWE is weaker without Brock Lesnar and Ronda Rousey, and WWE may lose them both within just a few months.
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Post by FLUX '97 on Jan 24, 2019 14:19:11 GMT -5
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Post by BรRNS on Jan 24, 2019 14:23:23 GMT -5
Maybe if Stephanie offers to cut off her hair and wash Ronda's feet with it she'll stay.๐ Why? Lol.๐๐๐ That's what Rhonda said about Sasha on Raw.
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Post by "The Visionary" Eldniw on Jan 24, 2019 14:27:46 GMT -5
Doesn't say anything about her staying on the full schedule she has now though. So him saying her deal was "actually only a 1-year contract" was crap, I'll give you. But it doesn't mean she's not gonna step away. Or start working a much lighter schedule than she has now.
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Post by BrIaNMeRcY on Jan 24, 2019 14:38:09 GMT -5
And I know the argument is always "why should the part timers and the athletes/celebrities that FAILED elsewhere come to WWE and get all the money and opportunities over the REAL wrestlers"....and it's true, you're right, it's not fair...but it's BUSINESS. WWE has made it clear as day that hardcore WWE fans are NOT their target audience. They've got the hardcore fans hooked and they aren't abandoning the WWE in large enough numbers to make WWE pivot off course. So WWE's focus is to use talent who have celebrity name value like legends, part timers and athletes from other sports to draw casual fans or new fans to the product to expand the fan base and make more money. This is the main issue the WWE has been dealing with in the last 10-13 years. It is clear the WWE doesn't want to establish new household names. The Rock, Ronda Rousey, Brock Lesnar, Steve Austin, John Cena, Ric Flair just to name a couple who are household names. Post-Cena, the WWE has lost sight and has done nothing to establish new household names. When you bring in household names, it generates business for the short-term. The amount of legends and part-times that come in would decrease as the years progress. Those names bring in eyeballs to the product from the casual fan. The truth is Vince McMahon saw NOTHING in John Cena at first. Vince's tune has changed and Cena became part of the last class of guys who have transcended wrestling. Same thing applies to Steve Austin. Sure Ronda Rousey could start a family right now but the WWE and Ronda could make a ton of money for the next two years.The WWE needs Ronda more than Ronda does to WWE.
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Post by marino13 on Jan 24, 2019 15:04:45 GMT -5
Ha! Not surprised really.
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Post by ThugSuperstar on Jan 24, 2019 16:17:10 GMT -5
I'm not saying that Meltzer is right, but he never said her contract expires after WrestleMania. What he said was that there's an understanding between her and the company that she can step away at any time to focus on her family, and that supposedly she informed them she plans to do that a few months ago. What the WWE put out is a pretty vague PR statement. Yes, she might technically be under contract for a few more years, but that doesn't necessarily mean she'll be an active wrestler throughout that entire time. A few years back, the company announced that Brock Lesnar had agreed to a new "two-year deal" but as well all know, just because he was under contract during that time didn't mean he was wrestling regularly. Again, I'm just going by what Meltzer's quotes were in the original story.
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Post by The Natural Eddy Valintino on Jan 24, 2019 17:54:02 GMT -5
Eh, Meltzer should spend more time reporting on his friends. If she does take time off, there really isnt much more for her to do fresh other than dream matches. We'll see what happens. Also.........f*** Meltzer.......
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Post by marino13 on Jan 24, 2019 19:11:54 GMT -5
WWE issued a statement that Ronda is under contract till 2021. And if she wants to start a family, it's a private matter.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2019 19:17:23 GMT -5
I'm so glad. Now all the women who ARE wrestlers can finally have the spotlight again. True, more people are going to get opportunities. But it sucks for WWE because FOX Sports, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports, etc, aren't going to cover the rest of the women. They only cover Ronda, and with the men they cover Brock. Women's wrestling is going to sort of go back into main stream anonymity where the causal fan is going to tune out due to the lack of name recognition. The main stream media and legit sports outlets didn't jump on the "women's revolution/evolution" until Ronda Rousey was on board. Losing Ronda Rousey means WWE loses it's one true female "star" and they will be left with some VERY VERY VERY TALENTED wrestlers, they are wrestlers that you need to be a WRESTLING FAN to know or care about. I know, Becky is awesome. Charlotte is a natural. Bayley and Sasha were the bomb in NXT. But they aren't STARS in the traditional sense because they haven't transcend the WWE. Nobody but Ronda has done that, and maybe it's because she was a star first and brought her star to WWE, rather than the other way around. And I know the argument is always "why should the part timers and the athletes/celebrities that FAILED elsewhere come to WWE and get all the money and opportunities over the REAL wrestlers"....and it's true, you're right, it's not fair...but it's BUSINESS. WWE has made it clear as day that hardcore WWE fans are NOT their target audience. They've got the hardcore fans hooked and they aren't abandoning the WWE in large enough numbers to make WWE pivot off course. So WWE's focus is to use talent who have celebrity name value like legends, part timers and athletes from other sports to draw casual fans or new fans to the product to expand the fan base and make more money. I know some people see her and Brock as "THE EVIL", but they are really good BUSINESS for WWE. WWE is weaker without Brock Lesnar and Ronda Rousey, and WWE may lose them both within just a few months. Out of the 2.5 million or so people that watch WWE weekly, how many do you think are casual and how many hardcore?
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Post by Cassa Nova Kid on Jan 24, 2019 19:47:55 GMT -5
1.5 casual and 1 hardcore maybe
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Post by ohernan6 on Jan 24, 2019 19:50:05 GMT -5
And I know the argument is always "why should the part timers and the athletes/celebrities that FAILED elsewhere come to WWE and get all the money and opportunities over the REAL wrestlers"....and it's true, you're right, it's not fair...but it's BUSINESS. WWE has made it clear as day that hardcore WWE fans are NOT their target audience. They've got the hardcore fans hooked and they aren't abandoning the WWE in large enough numbers to make WWE pivot off course. So WWE's focus is to use talent who have celebrity name value like legends, part timers and athletes from other sports to draw casual fans or new fans to the product to expand the fan base and make more money. This is the main issue the WWE has been dealing with in the last 10-13 years. It is clear the WWE doesn't want to establish new household names. The Rock, Ronda Rousey, Brock Lesnar, Steve Austin, John Cena, Ric Flair just to name a couple who are household names. Post-Cena, the WWE has lost sight and has done nothing to establish new household names. When you bring in household names, it generates business for the short-term. The amount of legends and part-times that come in would decrease as the years progress. Those names bring in eyeballs to the product from the casual fan. The truth is Vince McMahon saw NOTHING in John Cena at first. Vince's tune has changed and Cena became part of the last class of guys who have transcended wrestling. Same thing applies to Steve Austin. Sure Ronda Rousey could start a family right now but the WWE and Ronda could make a ton of money for the next two years.The WWE needs Ronda more than Ronda does to WWE. I gotta disagree here. Roman Reigns' booking was basically following the John Cena blueprint. With that said, I wished they wouldn't put so much energy in making ONE poster boy.... That's why I loved the Ruthless Aggression Era... Freakin' Eddie, Angle, Edge, Rey etc. were all treated on the same level as Taker, Rock, HHH, Brock, etc.
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Post by BrIaNMeRcY on Jan 24, 2019 21:13:40 GMT -5
This is the main issue the WWE has been dealing with in the last 10-13 years. It is clear the WWE doesn't want to establish new household names. The Rock, Ronda Rousey, Brock Lesnar, Steve Austin, John Cena, Ric Flair just to name a couple who are household names. Post-Cena, the WWE has lost sight and has done nothing to establish new household names. When you bring in household names, it generates business for the short-term. The amount of legends and part-times that come in would decrease as the years progress. Those names bring in eyeballs to the product from the casual fan. The truth is Vince McMahon saw NOTHING in John Cena at first. Vince's tune has changed and Cena became part of the last class of guys who have transcended wrestling. Same thing applies to Steve Austin. Sure Ronda Rousey could start a family right now but the WWE and Ronda could make a ton of money for the next two years.The WWE needs Ronda more than Ronda does to WWE. I gotta disagree here. Roman Reigns' booking was basically following the John Cena blueprint. With that said, I wished they wouldn't put so much energy in making ONE poster boy.... That's why I loved the Ruthless Aggression Era... Freakin' Eddie, Angle, Edge, Rey etc. were all treated on the same level as Taker, Rock, HHH, Brock, etc. Unlike Roman Reigns, John Cena got over organically and got the fan's love and respect during his ascension. I have always felt The Rock was merely a background player doing the Ruthless Aggression Era. The reason Eddie Guerrero, Kurt Angle, Edge, and Rey Mysterio were treated on the same level is the WWE had a vastly different approach on how to present talent. Compared to today, the end result would be different. I have heard Vince McMahon is afraid that another one of his top guys would leave him to non-wrestling ventures. Vince changed his tune on Cena when he say that Cena was over with the crowd and would buy his merch. The issue with Roman Reigns is they aren't booking him to accentuate his strengths. In the beginning, Reigns was in the right place but at the wrong time. To some degree, he is. It is sad that he busts his ass and the fans don't appreciate everything he has given to entertain.
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Post by 3Lephant (Naptown Icon) on Jan 24, 2019 23:26:11 GMT -5
This whole article was written like speculative garbage from a garbage reporter. -"A very good chance" --- so two months from now Dave gets to say "I never said she was leaving!" -"WWE has always been on a temporary deal" -- well hey, whats your definition of temporary? -Although WWE reported Rousey's contract was for multiple years --- Did WWE ever report this or was it Observer? -"she would be most likely putting over Becky Lynch" -- so again, no facts, no sources, just judging based on current television.. -"She could come back every now and then" .... I give up. Does anyone want to start a wrestling news site? No sources needed, we can just speculate and banter like Dave and Fox News
This is why I subscribe to PWInsider elite. Sure. I think I have a wrestling news reporting style: There is the possibility that Ronda Rousey will wrestle her last match in WWE sometime within the next 6-12 months. It is quite possible that her last match for now with the company will be at Wrestlemania since it is the biggest PPV of the year. While she may still have years on her contract, it is possible she decides to exercise an opt out clause because of any reason. While it is possible she is unhappy with her booking, it is also possible she just wants to leave and start a family. it is also possible she may be deciding to continue with the WWE while being unhappy and starting a family. Any of her opponents in the next 6-12 months could be facing her in her last match, and could also secure a win. But things are always subject to change on the fly. There is also talk between people in the WWE that the Rock could come back at some point in the future. These people are receptionists who work with the WWE and have no way of knowing what is actually going on, but it is the scuttlebutt around the reception desk watercooler. Oh, and did you see the latest Kenny Omega match? I haven't but I would say 17 star match because it happened in Japan I never knew you were Dave Meltzer!
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Post by aggressiveperfectpoor on Jan 25, 2019 0:12:15 GMT -5
This whole article was written like speculative garbage from a garbage reporter.ย -"A very good chance" --- so two months from now Dave gets to say "I never said she was leaving!" -"WWE has always been on a temporary deal" -- well hey, whats your definition of temporary? -Although WWE reported Rousey's contract was for multiple years --- Did WWE ever report this or was it Observer? -"she would be most likely putting over Becky Lynch" -- so again, no facts, no sources, just judging based on current television.. -"She could come back every now and then" .... I give up. Does anyone want to start a wrestling news site? No sources needed, we can just speculate and banter like Dave and Fox News
This is why I subscribe to PWInsider elite. Sure. I think I have a wrestling news reporting style: There is the possibility that Ronda Rousey will wrestle her last match in WWE sometime within the next 6-12 months. It is quite possible that her last match for now with the company will be at Wrestlemania since it is the biggest PPV of the year. While she may still have years on her contract, it is possible she decides to exercise an opt out clause because of any reason. While it is possible she is unhappy with her booking, it is also possible she just wants to leave and start a family. it is also possible she may be deciding to continue with the WWE while being unhappy and starting a family. Any of her opponents in the next 6-12 months could be facing her in her last match, and could also secure a win. But things are always subject to change on the fly. There is also talk between people in the WWE that the Rock could come back at some point in the future. These people are receptionists who work with the WWE and have no way of knowing what is actually going on, but it is the scuttlebutt around the reception desk watercooler. Oh, and did you see the latest Kenny Omega match? I haven't but I would say 17 star match because it happened in Japan Careful, the โMeltzer Marksโ will be after your ass for this post. Theyโre overall harmless, but painfully annoying and full of enough BS to fill a manure truck.
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Post by havoc7179 on Jan 25, 2019 0:17:37 GMT -5
Sure. I think I have a wrestling news reporting style: There is the possibility that Ronda Rousey will wrestle her last match in WWE sometime within the next 6-12 months. It is quite possible that her last match for now with the company will be at Wrestlemania since it is the biggest PPV of the year. While she may still have years on her contract, it is possible she decides to exercise an opt out clause because of any reason. While it is possible she is unhappy with her booking, it is also possible she just wants to leave and start a family. it is also possible she may be deciding to continue with the WWE while being unhappy and starting a family. Any of her opponents in the next 6-12 months could be facing her in her last match, and could also secure a win. But things are always subject to change on the fly. There is also talk between people in the WWE that the Rock could come back at some point in the future. These people are receptionists who work with the WWE and have no way of knowing what is actually going on, but it is the scuttlebutt around the reception desk watercooler. Oh, and did you see the latest Kenny Omega match? I haven't but I would say 17 star match because it happened in Japan Careful, the โMeltzer Marksโ will be after your ass for this post. Theyโre overall harmless, but painfully annoying and full of enough BS to fill a manure truck. I'll poke the bears.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jan 25, 2019 7:02:26 GMT -5
I'm not surprised. I'm sure she's been saying for a while that she wants to start a family soon. Can't blame her at all for that. But still, she's had a good year and silenced most of the critics (myself included). I'm sure we'll see her back again if she does leave after WrestleMania.
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Post by blissfan4life on Jan 25, 2019 7:43:12 GMT -5
I'm so glad. Now all the women who ARE wrestlers can finally have the spotlight again. Such a mark answer. You make it sound like itโs a private club. Itโs entertainment, man. She brought in more publicity to the womenโs division than anyone on the roster could have. How do people not understand how this works still? โBut sheโs been around longer, she deserves the belt!โ Such crap. through no fault of their own. Becky is a natural talent and the man thing is working for her... plus you have Charlotte, Asuka, Etc.. The talent is there, the booking needs to get better,
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Post by "The Visionary" Eldniw on Jan 25, 2019 7:57:23 GMT -5
I'm so glad. Now all the women who ARE wrestlers can finally have the spotlight again. Such a mark answer. You make it sound like itโs a private club. Itโs entertainment, man. She brought in more publicity to the womenโs division than anyone on the roster could have. How do people not understand how this works still? โBut sheโs been around longer, she deserves the belt!โ Such crap. Nice try, to bait me into a fight. But you couldn't be more wrong. It's the answer of someone who can't stand Rousey, and I never could. I never thought she was any good. Not even in UFC, did I care about her. What was "crap" was s***ting on Asuka's moment of her winning the first ever women's Royal Rumble by having Lousy show up. Could have easily done that the next night, since she was to be on Raw, and Asuka was moving to SD. And not taken that spotlight, that moment, from someone who deserves it.
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