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Bayley Criticizes Younger WWE Talent for Leaving Shows Early

Published 4 December 2025

WWE veteran Bayley voiced her frustration over a noticeable shift in backstage culture, where some younger wrestlers are leaving arena shows early rather than staying to watch the full events and absorb feedback from peers. The former women's champion shared these observations during a recent appearance on the podcast "Six Feet Under with The Undertaker," alongside host The Undertaker and guest Michelle McCool.

Bayley, who has nearly two decades of experience in professional wrestling, highlighted how this trend contrasts sharply with the practices she encountered when she first joined WWE's main roster. "When I first got on the road, all the live events you always watched. Cena watched everything, Roman watched everything," she recalled, referring to fellow stars John Cena and Roman Reigns. She noted that Seth Rollins has carried on this tradition in recent years, often positioning himself at the front monitor near the curtain to view matches and provide advice to returning performers.

The 34-year-old wrestler expressed particular irritation with instances where talent seek guidance from veterans but then depart before receiving it. "Then Seth comes back from the main event and...

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