Rikishi’s Concerns Over WWE’s Jey Uso-Rhea Ripley Storyline Spark Debate

One big thing: WWE legend Rikishi criticizes booking of son Jey Uso

Former WWE star Rikishi has voiced strong concerns about the company’s handling of his son Jey Uso’s storyline, particularly the potential romantic angle with Rhea Ripley.

• Jey Uso recently expressed interest in Rhea Ripley on RAW, inviting her to Waffle House.
• Ripley later reassured Dominik Mysterio, her on-screen partner, that he had nothing to worry about.
• Rikishi criticized the confusing narrative directions and potential real-life implications for Jey.

Why it matters

This situation highlights the ongoing debate about the blurring of lines between scripted storylines and real-life relationships in professional wrestling.

The reaction

Former WWE personality Jonathan Coachman weighed in on the controversy:

• He defended Rikishi’s right to be concerned, stating, “To these spouses and those at home, it’s very real.”
• Coachman agreed with Rikishi about WWE’s “lazy booking” of Jey Uso.
• He called Jey “the most over talent they have right now,” questioning why he’s “stuck chasing Rhea around.”

The bigger picture

This controversy comes at a crucial time for WWE:

• SummerSlam, one of WWE’s biggest events, is approaching.
• It’s unclear if Jey Uso, who main-evented last year’s SummerSlam, will have a match at this year’s event.
• The booking decisions for top stars like Jey Uso can significantly impact fan engagement and storyline momentum.

What’s next

As WWE heads towards SummerSlam, fans and industry insiders will be watching closely to see how the company handles Jey Uso’s storyline and whether they address the concerns raised by Rikishi and others.

What do you think about WWE’s booking of Jey Uso and the concerns raised by his father? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.