20 Absolute Worst Wrestlers EVER (... According To YOU!)
15. Eli Cottonwood (1.10/10)
With height and an unnerving aura on his side, Eli Cottonwood had the look of a dominant big man, but he lacked any hint of athleticism or charisma to make it count.
His NXT matches were mostly dismal, with his bout against former ROH icon Kaval being a particular low point. Cottonwood’s clumsy movements and awkward offence made the match feel disjointed, with TAFKA Low-Ki having to do all the work just to keep it watchable.
However, it was his infamous "moustache" promo that truly cemented Cottonwood’s place as a laughing stock, and realistically the moment that's likely earned him the low rating. Asked to cut a promo about a moustache per the horrendous rigged game that was the show's format, Cottonwood stumbled and mumbled his way through an incoherent, bizarre monologue that became an internet punchline.
His wooden delivery and utter lack of confidence in his promos made it clear that Cottonwood was out of his depth in every aspect of WWE’s spotlight, regardless of whether in-ring improvement was even possible.