Under the leadership of Triple H, WWE has undergone numerous changes, one of which recently caused quite a stir among fans when an AEW star was mentioned during a show.
The acknowledgment of Sting’s retirement from professional wrestling at the age of 64, following his final match alongside Darby Allin at AEW’s Revolution, sent shockwaves through the wrestling community.
Sting’s remarkable undefeated streak of 29 matches in All Elite Wrestling was celebrated widely, and WWE took note.
During the latest episode of RAW, commentators Pat McAfee and Michael Cole paid tribute to The Icon, highlighting his contributions to the sport.
Discussing this on the Busted Open podcast, wrestling Hall of Famer Bully Ray commended WWE for the respectful gesture, noting that such acknowledgments are carefully considered and not merely spontaneous remarks.
He also mentioned WWE’s tribute to the late Paul “Butcher” Vachon, recognizing the importance of honoring wrestling legends.
Triple H’s leadership in the creative aspects of WWE has been lauded, particularly for such classy gestures. The acknowledgment of Sting’s retirement has garnered widespread appreciation within the industry.
Sting’s tenure with WWE, though brief, left a mark. Making his debut at WrestleMania 31, he had notable matches including victories against The Big Show and teaming up with John Cena.
Unfortunately, his career in WWE was cut short due to an injury suffered during a match against Seth Rollins at Night of Champions 2015.
Despite this setback, Sting made a triumphant return to wrestling, competing for AEW where he achieved considerable success, culminating in his retirement match at Revolution.
As for the future, the question arises: Would fans like to see Sting return to WWE, perhaps in a managerial role for a top superstar? It’s a tantalizing prospect that has sparked discussions among wrestling enthusiasts.
