Ricky Saints Explains Why Wrestling Tribalism Is Cool

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Ricky Saints discussed wrestling tribalism during an appearance on the Battleground Podcast on March 3, 2026, comparing fan loyalty between wrestling promotions to football rivalries and stating he thinks it's "kind of cool" that fans feel ownership in specific companies or wrestlers. Saints acknowledged that social media makes tribalism feel more intense than in the past, but noted that at live events fans from different promotions "all mesh" and share common ground. He expressed appreciation for fan passion, saying "I like that passion" and viewing tribalism as a sign that fans actually care about wrestling.