Formation Of A Pro Wrestling Union, When Dolph Ziggler Will “Cash In,” Alex Shelley Blocked From Going To WWE, Judging CM Punk’s Heel Turn

With growing concerns from WWE talent about the pay and compensation they are receiving; can you see a union for professional wrestlers forming in the future?

We get questions from time-to-time about a pro wrestling union with the issue really being brought the the forefront after the Benoit tragedy, however, I don’t see how it would be possible. Performer’s contracts in WWE are signed as independent contractor agreements, where the workers agree they are not classified as employees even though the company stipulates very specifically when and where they can work. Former workers have challenged the contracts in court, however, they are iron clad in terms of validity and enforcement.

When will Dolph Ziggler “cash in” his Money in the Bank briefcase?

WWE is currently programming Dolph Ziggler with Chris Jericho, which will hopefully culminate with a SummerSlam bout between the two with some type of “passing of the torch” from Jericho to Ziggler (as Jericho is slated time off to tour with Fozzy). I would look for WWE to play up Ziggler as the Money in the Bank winner before any real attempt to “cash in” takes place despite continuing teases due to how quickly they had John Cena “cash in.” I’m hopeful Ziggler is able to get over as a top heel in the program with Jericho that will lead to a World title reign in the future.

What’s the latest on Alex Shelley? Many believed he was supposed to sign with WWE but there haven’t been many updates on him for a while. Is he still set to go?

Alex Shelley to WWE fell apart with TNA’s lawsuit they filed against WWE and Brian Wittenstein where they alleged contract tampering. The last I heard, Shelley was looking to take time off from the wrestling business and had enrolled to take some college classes.

What are your thoughts on CM Punk as a heel? In my opinion CM Punk is a good heel but a great babyface and role model.

I have noticed quite a few readers already crapping on CM Punk’s heel turn, however, it’s far too early to judge. I’m going to give it some time to see how it plays out before I judge one way or another. Punk is a talented guy capable of working as both babyface and heel so my advice to you (and anyone else ready to judge) is to have patience with it.

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