Former WWE wrestler Ricochet has openly criticized his previous employer for what he sees as deliberate counter-programming against All Elite Wrestling (AEW) events. The issue revolves around reports that WWE, under its TKO banner, purposely schedules its shows to coincide with AEW programming. According to Wrestlevotes Radio, WWE plans to air a Saturday night main event right after AEW’s “All In” event, aiming to have “the last word of the night” and dominate online conversations.
The report explained, “This is definitely a tactic WWE wants to implement. If NXT has a live event booked, WWE aims to schedule theirs in a way that grants them the final spotlight for the night. This isn’t a coincidence as WWE controls the storyline momentum online. There has been a directive from WWE delaying requests related to TKO.”
Ricochet took to Twitter to express his disdain for this strategy, calling it “bitches moves.” When some fans pushed back against his remarks, he replied curtly, dismissing their opinions. Since departing WWE earlier this year, Ricochet has engaged in heated exchanges with fans reacting to his commentary.
Fan Take: This revelation highlights the intense rivalry between WWE and AEW, showing how competition extends beyond the ring to programming tactics. For AEW fans, it underscores the growing significance of AEW as a major force in wrestling, where every move by WWE is scrutinized and countered, potentially reshaping how wrestling companies engage their audiences.
