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SCARY SMACKDOWN STUNT FUELS RIDGE HOLLAND AND BIG E COMPARISONS ONLINE

WWE veteran Stevie Richards slammed a dangerous German Suplex spot by Ilja Dragunov on SmackDown, comparing it to the move that broke Big E's neck. He warns that the US Champion's risky style threatens his long-term health.

Scary SmackDown stunt fuels Ridge Holland and Big E comparisons online
Photo Credit: WWE

A recent incident involving Ilja Dragunov has drawn attention to the risky element of wrestling, an art form with delicate margins.

With a recent match against Nathan Frazer as a highlight, Dragunov has upheld Sami Zayn's tradition and continued to defend his recently earned United States Title on SmackDown every week. But according to WWE veteran Stevie Richards, there were a number of dubious situations throughout the fight that he discussed on his YouTube channel.

After a fairly intense fight between Dragunov and Frazer, the champion chose to give the opponent a German Suplex as the action momentarily spilt outside. Stevie Richards was hauntingly reminded of the feared WWE moment when Big E notoriously fractured his neck while taking a belly-to-belly from Ridge Holland several years ago.

Hard bumps on the floor bothered Richards, who also noted that Dragunov murmured something to Frazer before making the move.

This reminds me of Big E and Ridge Holland. Why are you administering such suplexes on the ground? Additionally, he does not mention anything private before acting.

Stevie did not think there were any advantages to having such a dangerous place on a WWE SmackDown show, and he thought the most recent suplex was taken directly from the late Chris Benoit's move set.

He went on:

This is not protected in any way. The Benoit German Suplex is this one. Even if he did not land him on top of his head, the German suplex is still no-give. It is only visible to this side of the audience. Whatever happens with TV, you still have a live audience.

Stevie Richards is worried about WWE US Champion Ilja Dragunov, but he is impressed by Nathan Frazer.

Anyone would consider it a huge deal to compete for a WWE title on SmackDown, and it appears Nathan Frazer took advantage of a unique opportunity. The former NXT star's growth and nuanced moves in the ring, such as making each sequence appear like a real effort, especially impressed Stevie Richards.

Regarding Dragunov, Richards was quite direct in his evaluation, stating that if the WWE United States Champion wanted to have a longer career, he needed to adopt a safer in-ring technique.

By the way, Nathan Frazer has truly impressed me. This youngster is impressive. Dragunov to a certain degree, but I do not think his approach is sustainable for his long-term well-being. He is still doing these risky areas after recovering from surgery and a neck injury.

WWE FANS EXCITED AS LIV MORGAN DROPS RETURN HINTS

Liv Morgan teases an imminent return from her shoulder injury on WWE programming. The former Women's World Champion hinted fans will have to "watch" for her comeback soon during a Stranger Things premiere.

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Liv Morgan sparks rumors with Stranger Things premiere appearance - Photo Credit: WWE

When can we expect to see Liv Morgan on WWE programming once more?

Following an unfortunate dislocated shoulder injury sustained during the June 16 episode of RAW, the former Women's World Champion has been absent from the WWE Universe. She may return sooner rather than later, though, based on a recent tease.

WWE Superstar Liv Morgan was present at Stranger Things Season 5's red carpet premiere. Morgan believed that Dominik Mysterio, the current double champion and member of The Judgment Day, would be the best WWE Superstar to defeat a Demogorgon.

"As the AAA Mega Champion and the WWE Intercontinental Champion, he can pretty much do anything," Liv Morgan remarked.

Regarding her professional life, Morgan acknowledges that she would be delighted to have Eleven as her tag team partner because she feels the two of them have a lot in common.

"Even after being knocked down, she always gets back stronger and more powerful than before," Liv Morgan remarked. She is the most recognisable. Since I would not have to do any work, she would make the ideal tag team partner. She would go above and above for me.

Morgan did not reveal anything when asked if she would soon be returning to WWE, but she hinted that it might happen soon.

Liv Morgan hinted, "I guess everyone will simply have to watch me."

RUSEV STUNNED AS WWE LEGEND JOHN CENA ANNOUNCES WWE RETIREMENT SOON

WWE star Rusev doubts John Cena will stay retired, claiming "I don't believe it" despite Cena's firm stance. This comes as WWE launches a new "Last Time is Now" tournament on Raw.

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Rusev says, “I don’t believe it”, after Cena is set to retire - COURTESY/PHOTO

Since declaring his retirement tour in July 2024, John Cena has made it clear that he would not be returning to the ring following his last match on Saturday Night's Main Event on December 13. According to Cena, there will not be any more matches if he makes an appearance for the WWE. However, Rusev, a current WWE star who has faced Cena numerous times over his career, does not think that. Cena's imminent retirement was recently discussed by "The Bulgarian Brute" on "SHAK Wrestling."

"I do not believe it," declared Rusev categorically. I am not going to hold my breath. I hope to meet John again sometime, even though this might be his final game of the century or whatever. Whenever that is.

On Monday's episode of "WWE Raw," Rusev will participate in one of the first two bouts of the "Last Time is Now" tournament. Sheamus will play Shinsuke Nakamura, and he will play Damian Priest. "Raw," "WWE SmackDown," "WWE NXT," and possibly even wrestlers who "do not work here" will join the competition, according to a video that Cena narrated during Saturday Night's Main Event.

Rusev and Cena competed for the United States Championship at WrestleMania 31 in one of their most famous bouts. Before the game, Rusev and his future wife and former manager, Lan, made a spectacular entrance in a tank. Rusev unintentionally knocked Lana off the apron, and Cena won that night with an Attitude Adjustment.

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