Ex-WWE Star, Who Hates Vince McMahon, Calls WWE a ‘Prison’ for Releasing Dolph Ziggler Despite Being ‘One of the Best’

Over the years, with wrestlers coming and going out of Vince McMahon‘s playground, many have had negative feelings towards him. While Mr. McMahon crafted one of the best heel personas in the WWE, many wrestlers genuinely hate the boss. After they released Dolph Ziggler, one such ex-WWE star recently made his feelings clear on social media.

September 21, 2023, will be remembered as a dark day in the WWE. Just a week after the historic merger, 100 employees were fired, They also released a handful of famous stars from the company.

Ryback calls WWE a prison and congratulates Dolph Ziggler

Ryback joined the WWE in 2005 on the show Tough Enough. He made his TV debut as part of the NXT stable The Nexus in 2010. As a part of the main roster, Ryback fell into the giant monster gimmick, where he would partake in squash matches. He gained love and respect from the fan base but saw his stature decline gradually. By 2015-2016, he left the WWE and has since made shocking claims about the inner workings, bookings, and management under Vince McMahon. 

One of Ryback’s closest friends has been Dolph Ziggler. Despite feuding multiple times, the two are close friends in real life. Not only were the two very professional in the ring, but they shared chemistry on social media as well. With such a deep bond, it is no surprise that The Big Guy would have a few unkind words for Vince McMahon after Ziggler’s release from the promotion. 

Taking to Instagram, Ryback posted an image with Ziggler with the caption, “One of the best to ever do it.” Many experts and fans have made similar claims about Ziggler due to his in-ring prowess and selling ability. The bumps and moves Ziggler brings to his matches always elevate them to the next level. “Congratulations on getting out of Shawshank and amazing things to keep coming buddy,” Ryback added.

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The last line is what caught fans off-guard. Ryback, comparing the WWE to a prison, echoes what Brock Lesnar said about Mr. Perfect’s immortal words. This gives a very negative connotation to the entire company. Where fans are sad and disappointed at the release of Ziggler, Ryback congratulated him for finding solace. This, added to what Ryback has said in the past about Vince McMahon and the WWE. And it does not paint a pretty picture.

Ryback’s disdain for Vince McMahon

Comparing the WWE to prison is just the tip of the iceberg when discussing Ryback’s hatred for Vince McMahon. When Mr. McMahon’s mother passed away in April 2022, the wrestling community was saddened. Despite being one of the most hated characters in the WWE, Vince McMahon just lost his mother. During this grieving period, Ryback took to social media to call Mr. McMahon’s late mother a derogatory term. The entire wrestling community condemned this behavior, and Ryback apologized in December of the same year. 

This would not be the last time Ryback bad-mouthed the WWE. He would start an online feud with Booker T, who questioned his return to the squared circle. In his defense, the WWE’s legal team was not handing over the rights to his name. This was hurting him financially, and he wanted some payback. Despite his massive popularity online, the wrestling community never stood beside Ryback in his attacks on the WWE or Vince McMahon. Nevertheless, he has made his voice heard to offer his friend support after his unceremonious firing.

What do you make of Ryback’s words aimed at Ziggler? Let us know in the comments section below.

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