Forget the high-flying moves and dramatic storylines, the real action in pro wrestling happens behind the scenes. Both AEW and WWE are engaged in a cold-blooded battle for dominance, and the wrestlers are just pawns in their game.

AEW owner Tony Khan is catching heat for refusing to release wrestlers who are warming the bench. Penta's recent defection to WWE has sparked outrage, with frustrated wrestlers demanding their release and a rabid fanbase adding fuel to the fire. But let's not pretend this is some shocking new development. Vince McMahon built his empire on controlling talent, and his successors are following suit.

The reality is, this isn't a childish power struggle; it's a calculated business strategy. Why let your competition benefit from your investment? Khan and WWE are playing the long game, and they don't care if a few disgruntled wrestlers and whiny fans get caught in the crossfire.

While these billionaires tighten their grip on talent, the on-screen product continues to disappoint. AEW's storylines are a confusing mess, while WWE relies on tired tropes and predictable outcomes. But hey, who needs quality wrestling when you have backstage drama and social media meltdowns?

Speaking of social media, wrestling fandom has become a toxic breeding ground for negativity and delusion. These self-proclaimed "experts" are more interested in attacking each other than in enjoying the show. They thrive on outrage, spewing hate and misinformation with reckless abandon. It's a sad state of affairs when the online circus is more entertaining than the actual wrestling.

So, while Khan and WWE play puppet masters with their talent, the fans are left to choke on the fumes of this toxic circus. It's a cynical game, but it's the reality of the wrestling business. Until the fans demand better and the wrestlers realize their own worth, the power will remain in the hands of the few.

Welcome to the world of professional wrestling, where the only thing that matters is the bottom line.

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