10 Very Possible Wrestling News Headlines From 2022
6. Dark Side Of The Ring Exposes Another Legend
Vice's Dark Side of the Ring is a premier exposé into the inner workings of professional wrestling; closer in spirit to Beyond the Mat than the fluff pieces that plump up the content of the WWE Network. While the documentary series treads ground that hardcore wrestling fans will have already explored, its popularity shines a harsh light on the industry's scandals, priming them for further exploration and renewed enquiry.
In 2021, the Plane Ride From Hell episode blew up, with Ric Flair flashing a stewardess provoking much deserved ire and condemnation. In its previous telling, it was a "boys will be boys" tale of horseplay on the road. However, when seriously considered along with testimony from the victim, it was impossible not to be jaded and disgusted with Flair.
Wrestling is renowned for the on-screen wildness spilling into the real life backstage, and there are several individuals who must be on tenterhooks. Our best bets are a Tammy Sytch-Chris Candido episode, which could see Shawn Michaels having to hide out in a church for some time, and a Chyna episode, which would leave many red faces...