8 Major Ways MMA Is Influencing WWE
1. A Fan Backlash?
Ultimately, the increasing influence of MMA has divided fan opinion. Some welcome the change, explaining that it helps increase the realism of professional wrestling in a post-kayfabe world.
On the other hand, incidents such as Shayna Baszler's dominance of the Mae Young Classic have inspired a backlash from certain fans. Many feel as though it's merely another sign of Vince McMahon's obsession with mainstream exposure, and his desire to have WWE viewed as anything other than a professional wrestling promotion.
Which side of the debate do you lie on?