According to Dutch Mantell, a seasoned figure in WWE, Vince McMahon may not venture into starting a new promotion due to his fear of fan rejection. Mantell’s insight sheds light on McMahon’s recent actions, including the sale of his stock in TKO, which has fueled speculation about his future in the industry.
As McMahon divests himself entirely from the company for the first time since assuming leadership in the 1980s, fans are left speculating about his next move.
While some theories suggest McMahon could be gearing up to launch a new venture, Mantell believes otherwise. Speaking on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s SmackTalk, Mantell expressed doubt that McMahon would take such a risk.
Despite McMahon’s financial capacity to start a new promotion, Mantell believes the fear of fan backlash would deter him. Mantell suggests that McMahon values fan approval above all else and wouldn’t subject himself to potential criticism. Quoting Mantell directly, he remarked,
“I don’t think he would even attempt to start a new promotion because he would fear the rejection of the fans. That means more to him than anything.”
Looking at recent developments in WWE, such as the announcement of a new era led by Paul Levesque at WrestleMania, it appears that McMahon’s influence is waning. Stephanie McMahon’s proclamation of the “Paul Levesque Era” underscores this transition.
Meanwhile, Triple H, also known as Paul Levesque, holds significant creative authority within WWE, shaping the company’s future direction. With McMahon potentially stepping back from the spotlight, Triple H’s role in guiding WWE creatively becomes increasingly prominent.
As McMahon’s tenure at the helm of WWE gradually fades, the industry awaits his next move. Whether he will venture into a new promotion or step away entirely remains uncertain, but Mantell’s insights offer valuable perspective on McMahon’s motivations and concerns.
