Summary
A rumor about WWE pushing for an ESPN reporter to be fired after giving a low grade to an event was denied by both WWE and the reporter. The event in question was WWE's first show with ESPN under a new agreement. The highest-rated match from the event received a B+ grade, while the rest were graded mostly C.
Key Facts
- A rumor claimed WWE wanted ESPN reporter Andreas Hale fired after he graded their event low.
- Both WWE and Andreas Hale denied the rumor.
- The event discussed was WWE's debut show in a new deal with ESPN.
- Hale's highest-rated match at the event was Stephanie Vaquer's win, graded B+.
- AJ Lee wrestled for the first time since 2015 during the event.
- The lowest-rated match was Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena, which got a C grade.
- John Cena is set to retire in December.
- Brock Lesnar is not expected to appear on WWE TV for some time.
