With WrestleMania drawing closer, criticism over WWEs creative direction is heating up and Vince Russo just delivered one of his harshest takes yet. Speaking on his show, Russo questioned why Brock Lesnar still doesnt have a defined WrestleMania opponent despite the event being only weeks away. Instead of announcing a marquee feud, WWE has reportedly positioned Lesnar for a series of open challenges, a move Russo believes screams last-minute planning rather than long-term storytelling. Russo framed it from the perspective of a casual viewer tuning in during WrestleMania season, arguing that open challenge doesnt exactly feel like must-see programming when it involves one of the companys biggest attractions. After discussing how many weeks remain until WrestleMania, Russo didnt hold back. He went on to explain how casual fans are likely to react, referencing a previous open challenge scenario where Joe Hendry answered the call. In Russos view, repeating that formula doesnt create anticipation it creates predictability. Russo continued, arguing that going back to that same idea doesnt elevate Lesnar heading into the biggest show of the year. Then came the line that set social media on fire. Russo didnt stop there. He criticized the concept of rotating mystery opponents across multiple shows, suggesting it feels more like a grab bag of quick reactions rather than a properly built WrestleMania storyline. With WrestleMania season traditionally centered around long-term feuds, heated promos, and blockbuster announcements, Russos frustration centers on what he sees as a lack of defined direction for one of WWEs biggest stars. Whether fans agree with his assessment or not, the open challenge format has now become a major talking point on the road to WrestleMania. WrestleMania is supposed to be where rivalries peak, not where opponents are picked out of a hat. If Lesnar does end up facing a surprise challenger, the pressure will be on for WWE to prove the payoff was worth the gamble. Do you think an open challenge is the right move for Brock Lesnar heading into WrestleMania, or should WWE have locked in a major feud by now? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
