Raven Opens Up About His Disinterest in Watching Wrestling

Raven, a prominent figure in ECW and a wrestling veteran with a career spanning several decades, recently shared his perspective on why he no longer watches wrestling. Despite his deep roots in the industry, having been active since the late '80s, Raven finds little appeal in the current product.

A Sense of Detachment

During his appearance on "Busted Open," Raven explained, "If I watch it, I'm gonna wanna do it." He elaborated that the wrestling landscape today doesn't captivate him the way it once did. "From everything I've heard, it's ten minutes of good stuff and an hour-and-a-half of crap for the most part," he stated. This sentiment reflects a broader frustration some fans and wrestlers have about the current state of wrestling programming.

Accomplished but Uninterested

Raven acknowledged his rich history in wrestling, saying, "When it's been done at its best, I've been a part of it." With over 30 years of experience, he feels that he's seen and done it all. While he recognizes that much of today's wrestling is a reinvention of past concepts, he doesn't find that compelling enough to engage with it now.

Engaging Differently

Even at wrestling events, Raven prefers to socialize rather than watch the matches. He mentioned that when he attends shows, he focuses on interacting with others rather than observing the in-ring action. This choice further emphasizes his detachment from the modern wrestling scene, highlighting a shift from being an active participant to a more passive role in the community.

Raven’s insights reveal a complex relationship with wrestling, rooted in nostalgia but overshadowed by a lack of current interest, illustrating how even seasoned professionals can evolve in their engagement with the industry.