It was a good read, but it's not true. I agree with everything the Strangler said.
Seven, eight years ago, there were things I loved about the WWF and things I hated. Nothing has changed since then, as I still love a lot of the things and hate a lot of the things.
I've been to about 15 live WWF shows, and I was smiling at all 15 of them. When Undertaker comes down the aisle, I would cheer for him (if I was there live) because I love his Wrestlemania legacy, and I can't help but cheer for him when his music comes on. Of course, once his match starts I'll be bored as hell from the four workers in the ring probably, but that has nothing to do with the internet. Boring wrestling is boring wrestling, simple as that.
I think people's perspection on "internet-wrestling fans" are a little off, as supposedly they're all negative and can't enjoy a thing. I've never heard of someone who watched a Ring of Honor show and not enjoyed it. Everyone loved Wrestlemania 17. Most non-Hogan fans will tell you that they marked out at WM 18 when Hogan came out and had a great performance. Most people on the internet love the Rock right now. If people are complaining about WWE, it's probably Vince's fault for putting out a ****ty product. The internet hasn't stopped me from liking the exact same guys I've always liked, and certainly will never stop me from enjoying Wrestlemania. Whether I read what Triple H does backstage or not a week before Wrestlemania, I'll still like his match if it's any good, and hate it if it sucks.
And kinda off topic, but whether it's the no competition, the overexposure, or what, Vince seems ****ed right now. Most talented, big name wrestlers in history in one federation, and still buyrates, ratings, and the quality of the product aren't near being the best.
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