• Seth Rollins Says He Misses AEW Star
During an interview with CBR, Seth Rollins revealed that he misses AEW star and CMLL World Heavyweight Champion Claudio Castagnoli (fka Cesaro in WWE):
“You know who I miss? This is a weird one. I miss Claudio. Well, I haven’t seen Claudio in a long time. I feel like it’s been too long; I don’t know the time.
I talk to him all the time, but I haven’t been in his presence. So, I miss Claudio. Fellow coffee enthusiast. We keep in touch via the coffee texts with John (Cena), but it’s just not the same.”
• William Regal’s New Interesting Role In WWE Revealed
As WWE moves into a massive 2026, the structure of its creative engine has become more streamlined, with a mix of veteran filters and new lead writers steering the ship. While Triple H remains the ultimate decision-maker, a new report from the Wrestling Observer sheds light on the specific roles of his inner circle:
Ryan Ward, Bruce Prichard, and Ed Koskey: Ryan Ward has been elevated to a senior role reporting directly to Triple H. Ward now acts as the primary filter for creative pitches, presenting the best ideas to Triple H to streamline the workflow for both brands. Meanwhile, Bruce Prichard and Ed Koskey continue to manage the internal distribution of information, ensuring the entire company is aligned on creative directions.
William Regal: His role is focused on quality control rather than long-term booking. Regal provides feedback on match style and believability of matches, ensuring the in-ring product maintains a logical and professional feel.
Michael Hayes: Known as a “day of show” specialist, Hayes remains a primary producer for match layouts. He also retains a seat at the table for the creative planning of “Big Four” premium live events like WrestleMania.
Paul Heyman: Heyman’s influence remains concentrated on the “high-level” players he represents on-screen, including Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, and The Vision. He is also a key voice in long-term strategic planning.
Nick Khan: Despite downplaying his role in interviews, the WWE President does have a voice in the process. He deals exclusively with Triple H, offering a business-minded perspective on creative decisions without interacting with the writing staff directly.
