The December 3, 2025 episode of Going In Raw dives into numerous fiery wrestling opinions fans passionately defend, dissecting everything from Braun Breaker's main event potential, CM Punk's heel future, WWE creative approach, key matches and promos, to titles and more, providing an engaging, nuanced look at the wrestling landscape’s hottest debates.
Braun Breaker’s Main Event Potential: A Promising Yet Unproven Force
Debate centers on whether Braun Breaker (Bron Breaker) has what it takes to be a consistent main event star, agreeing he possesses impressive wrestling skill and high ceiling akin to Batista’s trajectory. His promos show growth with potential “promo of the year” buzz, though critics note inconsistency and moments of low energy, possibly creative-driven or due to his inexperience. Prediction: January 5th title win as a trial run before a possible WrestleMania loss to CM Punk and a summer feud, shaping his main event future.
LA Knight vs. Gunther Fantasy Booked Upset?
Discussion muses over LA Knight as a possible upset winner over Gunther to become John Cena’s last opponent, highlighting Knight’s impressive in-ring progress, crowd connection, and entertainment value despite not being the usual top-tier talent. Gunther’s dominant in-ring ability and deserved main event spot make Knight’s win unlikely, but a surprise remains entertaining to consider.
WWE Creative and Content Challenges: Chase for ESPN Appeal?
Hot take claims WWE’s chase for mainstream credibility through the ESPN deal may lead to risk-averse, watered-down creative. Data suggests post-ESPN reveals like WrestlePlus haven’t improved content quality; speculation on algorithmic demands from streaming platforms could push WWE toward safer programming, potentially limiting compelling storytelling. Acknowledgment of wrestling’s inherent difficulty in consistently delivering top-tier content.
CM Punk’s Stale Promos & Heel Turn Discussion
Debate on whether CM Punk needs a heel turn to rejuvenate his character, noting his best promos stemmed from genuine anger and chip-on-shoulder attitude, which currently seems absent. Fully genuine anti-authority “rebel” Punk unlikely now, but nuanced heel shades like Judgment Day Edge’s turn might fit. Punk’s role as a champion or authority antagonist could reignite fan interest if creatively embraced.
205 Live’s Rise and Fall
Remembrance of 205 Live’s initial promise with stars like Mustafa Ali and Cedric Alexander, noting the show’s filming timing (before Raw) led to low live reactions, stifling momentum. Despite a stacked roster and exciting matches, inconsistent treatment and unfortunate presentation decisions hurt the brand’s potential.
Iconic WrestleMania Storytelling and Moments
Touch on historic WrestleMania moments, praising Shawn Michaels vs. Undertaker’s storyline as a storytelling masterclass and debating which main event on nights 1 and 2 WWE values more. Consensus: night 2 main events often feature more veteran stars and longer tenured talents, reflected in rumored matchups such as Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes versus CM Punk vs. Braun Breaker night 1.
Drew McIntyre’s Hypothetical AEW Impact
Hot opinion wonders if Drew McIntyre would thrive more in AEW, headlining with stars like Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland. Challenges such as McIntyre’s size dominance perhaps clashing with AEW’s roster depth, pondering how immediate championship pushes could impact storytelling.
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