Ricky Saints isnt rolling his eyes at wrestling tribalism in fact, he thinks parts of it are actually kind of cool. During an appearance on the Battleground Podcast on March 3, 2026, the conversation turned to the fan tribalism between wrestling promotions. The host admitted hes fed up with how intense things can get online, especially when fans turn brand loyalty into personal drama. Saints didnt deny it gets heated but instead of condemning it, he compared it to something everyone understands: football rivalries. Saints laughed and used it to make his point. But Saints also acknowledged why it feels worse today. He pointed the finger squarely at social media, saying everything is amplified now compared to past eras. The former NXT Champion explained: Then he flipped the script. According to Saints, once you step outside the Twitter bubble and walk into a live arena, the supposed war between fanbases doesnt look nearly as dramatic. In fact, Saints actually appreciates the passion behind it all and thinks tribalism can be cool. Instead of seeing tribalism as purely toxic, he views it as proof that fans are emotionally invested. For Saints, that fire is part of what makes wrestling fun. Rivalries, loyalty, and a little bit of competitive edge? Thats energy. As long as it doesnt cross the line, he sees tribalism less as a problem and more as a sign that fans actually care. So what do you think is wrestling tribalism a toxic problem, or is Ricky Saints right that its part of what makes fandom exciting? Drop your thoughts in the comments and lets hear where you stand. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
