8 Reasons Why Big Show Should Never Wrestle On TV Again
6. House Show Attraction
A recent Madison Square Garden non-televised event saw AJ Styles dethrone United States Champion Kevin Owens weeks before he was possibly supposed to on a pay-per-view. Though the switch became an opening gambit in a frustrating and forgettable game of hot potato, the rationale was sound enough. With no particular frequency, WWE enjoy dropping a surprise on such events in order to ensure that house shows remain afloat.
Once the financial pillar of any wrestling organisation, the touring events are now a necessary evil rather than a financial necessity. Keeping the Superstars in literal touching distance of towns and arenas not deemed worthy of television coverage, the company's live events still earn dollars from ticket sales and provide talent opportunity to bolster their experience in front of big crowds.
However, the industry has changed to such an extent that talent themselves rarely exist as actual 'draws' in the traditional sense. Locals go to see the WWE circus, rather than the spandex-wearing animals. A guaranteed appearance by somebody as physically impressive as The Big Show could adjust that.
Similar to how Andre The Giant would tour towns and companies to great effect, the prospect of only getting to witness The Big Show in person may garner fresh appeal, especially if he absolutely can't be seen anywhere else.