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A highly anticipated moment for Zayda Steele turned into a production mishap during Ring of Honor: Final Battle – Zero Hour.
Steele, who previously had a stint with WWE, was set to make her ROH in-ring debut against Layla Gray. However, the broadcast unexpectedly cut off midway through the match. Just as Steele was pinning Gray in a leg hold, the YouTube pre-show abruptly shifted to the Zero Hour logo without any explanation. When the feed resumed, it had transitioned to backstage promos, and the match was never shown again.
There was no follow-up coverage or explanation for the sudden interruption. This was particularly unfortunate given the growing interest surrounding Steele’s career following her exit from WWE—ROH had a prime opportunity to showcase her on their free pre-show. Instead, the shortened debut left fans confused and disappointed.
This issue extended beyond Steele’s match; the entire Zero Hour stream was plagued by poor audio quality, further irritating viewers. While fans attempted to overlook the audio glitches, the abrupt end to a complete match was too frustrating to ignore.
ROH missed the mark by failing to deliver the fundamental element of professional wrestling broadcasts: the match itself. If the organization aims to position itself as a serious national brand, consistently showcasing new talent like Zayda Steele is essential.
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Fan Take: This incident highlights the critical need for quality production in wrestling broadcasts, as fans expect clarity and full match coverage. For wrestling as a whole, such missteps can hinder the growth of fresh talent and undermine the trust fans have in the promotions they support.
