The Hurt Business Downfall: Cedric Alexander Reveals Vince McMahon’s Pivotal Decision That Spelled Doom

In a revealing interview that sheds new light on one of WWE’s most promising faction breakups, former Hurt Business member Cedric Alexander has shared the moment he knew the group’s days were numbered – and it all came down to a single directive from Vince McMahon.

## The Championship Celebration That Never Was

During his appearance on “Insight with Chris Van Vliet,” Alexander pinpointed the exact moment he sensed trouble brewing. It wasn’t during a match or a backstage confrontation, but rather during what should have been one of The Hurt Business’s proudest moments – Bobby Lashley’s WWE Championship victory on the March 1, 2021, episode of Raw.

> “I knew something was wrong when Bobby won the title on that episode of Raw, and Vince made a very direct comment to not have me and Shelton get in the ring and celebrate with him,” Alexander revealed. “That was when I was like, Oh, that’s not good news.”

## The Domino Effect

What followed was a series of events that would ultimately lead to the faction’s dissolution:

– The loss of the Raw Tag Team Championships to The New Day
– A crushing two-on-one defeat against Drew McIntyre
– The eventual betrayal by Lashley, leading to internal feuds

## Multiple Attempts at Resurrection

The Hurt Business would attempt several comebacks, with a brief reunion in September 2021 before Lashley again dissolved the group in January 2022. Wrestling historians might note the parallel to other successful factions that struggled to recapture their initial magic after premature splits.

## The AEW Chapter

Fast forward to today, and the landscape has shifted dramatically. With MVP, Lashley, and Benjamin now forming The Hurt Syndicate in AEW, Alexander’s recent comments about potentially reuniting with his former stablemates take on new significance.

## Legacy and Future Possibilities

The Hurt Business represented a unique moment in modern wrestling history – a dominant faction that combined old-school presentation with contemporary style. Their premature split remains one of the most debated booking decisions of recent years.

What could have been if Vince McMahon had allowed The Hurt Business to celebrate as a unit that fateful night? As the wrestling landscape continues to evolve, fans can’t help but wonder if we’ll ever see all four original members stand together again, albeit on different soil.