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WWE Bash in Berlin second straight PLE without Black male talent

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WWE Bash in Berlin second straight PLE without Black male talent

As a passionate fan who has been following WWE for decades, I can’t help but notice a concerning trend that’s been brewing lately. It seems like we’re missing something essential at these big PLEs – representation.

The WWE Bash in Berlin has been officially scheduled, and within the next 24 hours, another major international Pay-Per-View event for WWE will take place, likely greeted with triumphant acclaim. The product is thriving, not only within WWE but also throughout various aspects of the industry. However, there seems to be an omission in yet another Pay-Per-View: it’s the second consecutive show that lacks a Black performer on the roster. It’s high time we discuss this issue.

In certain wrestling circles, there’s been discussion about the underrepresentation of Black men in the WWE spotlight. This conversation arises at a moment when Triple H is receiving accolades for the improvements he’s made to the product since 2022. However, it’s important to note that both points can hold true – the positive changes being made are commendable and should persist, but the issue of representation also requires attention.

The departure of Bobby Lashley and MVP once again kicked off the discourse about WWE’s utilization of Black men. Main roster shows have seen a complete depletion of Black talent on the card, or near the top of shows. Our data collection showed that Black talent makes up 15 percent of the performers on WWE Raw and 20 percent of the performers on SmackDown. Those numbers take women into account, so the figures are even smaller when focusing specifically on Black men.

Although Triple H hasn’t fielded questions about it at recent press conferences, it’s high time we bring this topic up for debate. The WWE currently boasts a number of highly popular and skilled Black performers such as Xavier Woods, Kofi Kingston, The Street Profits, and Carmelo Hayes, to name just a few. It was Hayes who last represented a Black man in the WWE when he competed in Money in the Bank. Given the abundance of talent on the roster, it’s puzzling why they aren’t being utilized more prominently during major events like SummerSlam or Bash at the Berlin Arena. This issue warrants further scrutiny and conversation.

A variety of people watch professional wrestling and entertainment shows. To keep these viewers satisfied, production companies should understand their audience’s preferences. Currently, some African-American fans are expressing concerns about how WWE uses Black male performers on their roster. The company’s past actions and booking decisions aren’t making the situation any better for them.

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2024-08-30 20:15

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