WWE Hall Of Famer Arn Anderson Shares Which Wrestling Angles He Thinks Don’t Work

WWE Hall of Famer Arn Anderson discussed the challenges and pitfalls of retirement angles in professional wrestling.

On his podcast “ARN.” Anderson provided a candid analysis of why these storylines often struggle to resonate with fans.

Do they ever stick? What percentage actually are really a retirement?

Anderson questioned, pointing out the inherent scepticism that surrounds such angles.

So if you know that it’s not going to happen. In the back of your mind, if you’re doubting it, boy that really takes the edge off of it, doesn’t it? It really does. And so if you’re going to retire, retire, that’s it.

Anderson’s remarks highlight a significant issue in wrestling storytelling: the challenge of maintaining authenticity. Fans are often sceptical of retirement announcements, knowing that many wrestlers return to the ring despite previous farewells. This doubt can undermine the emotional impact of a retirement angle, making it difficult for the storyline to truly resonate.

Where Did WWE Hall Of Famer Arn Anderson Make His First Appearance Following His AEW Departure?

WWE Hall of Famer Arn Anderson made his first appearance post-AEW at ASW Wrestling’s Bash in Beckley 4 on June 1st. Anderson joined his son Brock at the event along with other wrestling veterans such as Matt Hardy, Jimmy Hart, Dustin Rhodes and “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan.

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