Ridge Hollands WWE run has come to an abrupt end, and the timing couldnt be worse. After suffering a broken foot in a match against Moose at a recent TNA taping, Holland had surgery and is expected to be sidelined for seven months. But instead of waiting for his recovery, WWE informed him that his contractset to expire in Novemberwould not be renewed.
On Wrestling Observer Radio, Bryan Alvarez and Dave Meltzer laid out the situation in detail and didnt hold back on their criticism of how WWE handled the decision under new ownership. Alvarez reminded listeners that Hollands match against Moose ended abruptly when the injury occurred.
Meltzer was blunt about the reality of Hollands situation.
Alvarez pointed out the irony, saying WWE often freezes contracts when wrestlers are hurt, yet chose to cut Holland while he was sidelined.
Meltzer interjected with his own harsh assessment.
Both Alvarez and Meltzer stressed that this wasnt about moneyWWE can afford to support an injured talent.
Alvarez went further, pointing to John Cenas merchandise sales as proof of WWEs financial strength.
Meltzer added specifics after reviewing the footage.
Alvarez concluded that amount was far more than Holland would have made in half a year, calling WWEs choice to cut him during his recovery a classless move.
As for Hollands future, Meltzer noted that AEW isnt a likely landing spot and Japan isnt realistic either.
For Ridge Holland, a once-promising star with a rugby background and time alongside Sheamus in The Brawling Brutes, this is a crushing setback. And for WWE, its another sign of how the companys new direction under TKO is being perceived by insiderscold, profit-driven, and with little loyalty to talent in need.
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