Rusev Shoots On Shane McMahon's WWE Return

Is this how you "build new talent?"

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The wrestler formerly known as Rusev hit Twitter to criticise WWE for hyping Shane McMahon's return to programming ahead of last night's RAW.

Here's what Miro had to say:-

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McMahon later returned to WWE for the first time since October 2019, introducing RAW's new Underground segment: a "gritty" fight club presented through sepia tones, borrowing heavily from events like Josh Barnett/Matt Riddle's Bloodsport, Chikara's Crucible concept, and the old Brawl For All tournament.

Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer had previously reported that WWE brought Shane back to try and prevent last night's show from hitting an all-time ratings low. RAW has achieved this dubious accomplishment numerous times throughout the Empty Arena Era and it could well happen again, with yesterday's showing facing intense competition from other sporting events.

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It's hard to take umbrage with Miro's words here. Shane's returns often attract increased attention, so it's understandable that WWE would hope for him to pop a number on RAW, though relying on McMahons to do so flies in the face of their attempts at creating new money-drawing stars.

Miro left WWE as part of the promotion's Black Wednesday cuts on 15 April.

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Andy has been with WhatCulture for six years and is currently WhatCulture's Senior Wrestling Reporter. A writer, presenter, and editor with 10+ years of experience in online media, he has been a sponge for all wrestling knowledge since playing an old Royal Rumble 1992 VHS to ruin in his childhood. Having previously worked for Bleacher Report, Andy specialises in short and long-form writing, video presenting, voiceover acting, and editing, all characterised by expert wrestling knowledge and commentary. Andy is as much a fan of 1985 Jim Crockett Promotions as he is present-day AEW and WWE - just don't make him choose between the two.