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Bully Ray says Oba Femi should win the King of the Ring and then face Brock Lesnar instead of chasing the WWE World Championship, predicting Lesnar’s interference will cost him the title and setting up a high-profile feud (potentially with Bron Breakker) after the coronation.
WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray sees the positive side of Rhea Ripley's injury, believing that her absence will make fans more excited for her return and potentially turn her into the biggest babyface in the women's division. He praised her performance at WrestleMania and predicted a strong reaction from the crowd upon her return, while also emphasizing the need for her to recharge and heal. WWE has announced a new Women's World Champion will be decided on next week's "WWE Raw."
As the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2024 is announced, there's speculation about who should induct Paul Heyman. Bully Ray suggested CM Punk, The Undertaker, and ultimately, Stone Cold Steve Austin as the ideal choice due to their connections with Heyman and his history in ECW.
Bully Ray criticized Dominik Mysterio's character work in WWE, stating that he has become a problem for The Judgment Day. He compared Dominik's reception to that of heel Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER, praising GUNTHER's credible chops and expressing a desire to see someone submit after being chopped by him.
WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray expressed concern about the potential risk of having Cody Rhodes face Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on the opening night of WrestleMania 40, considering Johnson's long absence from the ring, and the potential impact on Rhodes' championship bout with Roman Reigns the following evening. Bully Ray highlighted the unpredictability of injuries in wrestling and the difficulty of controlling shots in the ring, emphasizing the need to minimize any risk to ensure the main event's integrity.
WWE is facing backlash over the possibility of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson facing Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 instead of Cody Rhodes, with fans expressing their discontent through chants and online trends. Bully Ray believes WWE is in dangerous territory due to potential fan backlash and the need for clarity on why Rhodes stepped aside. Rhodes' attempt to calm his fanbase through a tweet during a recent show was seen as "damage control," raising questions about WWE's handling of the situation.
CM Punk's return promo on WWE Raw received mixed reactions from fans. ECW legend Tommy Dreamer criticized Punk's line about making money instead of friends, suggesting that Punk should have used a famous line from "They Live" and expressed his intention to enter the Royal Rumble. Bully Ray also felt that Punk's promo lacked passion compared to his first promo with AEW and seemed forced.
Bully Ray criticized the use of Don Callis in the match between Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega at AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door, pointing out that the referee's leniency and failure to disqualify Ospreay after Callis returned to ringside affected the credibility of the match. Ray emphasized the importance of maintaining the credibility of referees in AEW.
Bully Ray thinks AEW made the right decision by having MJF vs. Tanahashi open the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door show instead of closing it, given the circumstances. Tanahashi's age and accumulated mileage made it unlikely for him to deliver a main event version of himself, and it would have been unfair to put those expectations out there. AEW used the years of goodwill he's accumulated to their advantage, and MJF's win over Tanahashi is a credible one.
WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray praised Eddie Kingston's performance at the AEW/NJPW Forbidden Door PPV event and urged AEW owner Tony Khan to utilize him more. He called Kingston the "blood and guts storyteller" and "personal issue storyteller" who is relatable to the fan base. Bully Ray also suggested that AEW needs a super heel to put Kingston in a corner and bring out his best.
Bully Ray praised the nearly 40-minute bout between Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, likening one sequence to a classic Hulk Hogan moment. He also highlighted the chemistry and psychology between the two wrestlers, as well as the presence of Don Callis and the use of blood. Bully intends to watch the match again in the future and called it a "hell of a moment for pro wrestling."