The ongoing feud between WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff and AEW star Dax Harwood has taken another dramatic turn. Bischoff, known for his scathing criticism of All Elite Wrestling and its CEO Tony Khan, has responded to Harwood’s claims that he is on the WWE’s payroll to bash AEW.
Speaking on his 83 Weeks podcast, Bischoff addressed Harwood’s allegations, stating that he is not signed to any contract with the WWE and that his opinions on AEW are genuine. Bischoff, the former RAW General Manager, has been vocal about his disdain for AEW, which has ruffled feathers within the promotion.
The rift between Bischoff and Harwood began when the FTR star came to the defense of his AEW boss, Tony Khan, after Bischoff took shots at the promotion on X (formerly Twitter). Harwood labeled Bischoff a “stalker” and claimed that he was being paid by the WWE to talk negatively about AEW.
Bischoff wasted no time in firing back at Harwood, taking to X to respond to the allegations. In a jab that has since gone viral, Bischoff sarcastically wished Harwood good luck in his future endeavors, saying that his next job would be as a Walmart greeter.
Harwood, a respected star in AEW and a former AEW World Tag Team Champion, reportedly helps out Tony Khan on the creative side of things. His defense of Khan and AEW has sparked a heated debate within the wrestling community.
Bischoff’s denial of being on the WWE’s payroll has added fuel to the fire, with many fans and pundits weighing in on the controversy. While some have sided with Bischoff, accusing Harwood of being overly defensive, others have praised Harwood for standing up for his promotion and boss.
As the drama unfolds, one thing is certain: the war of words between Bischoff and Harwood has brought attention to the ongoing rivalry between WWE and AEW. With both promotions vying for wrestling supremacy, the battle for fan loyalty has never been more intense.
