Below are some top WWE & AEW news stories of the day, involving Hulk Hogan and Kenny Omega.
• Logan Paul was in attendance for the RAW Netflix debut on January 6. While his on-screen involvement was minimal, his backstage antics stole the spotlight, including a humorous exchange with 2-time WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan.
In a video shared on his YouTube channel, Paul documented his experience at RAW, highlighting moments with fellow WWE stars, including a quirky interaction with Hogan.
Approaching the Hulkster, Paul made an unexpected request, saying, “Would you consider being my father?”
Though momentarily caught off guard, Hogan played along and replied, “Sure, I’d love to.” Paul then jokingly clarified, “Really? Just because I’m looking to replace my dad.”
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• Kenny Omega’s highly anticipated return to the ring proved to be a success both in action and viewership.
As reported by Wrestling Observer, Omega’s match against Brian Cage on the January 15 episode of AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage attracted 831,000 viewers and earned a 0.19 rating in the coveted 18-49 demographic, making it the night’s top-rated segment.
While Dynamite often benefits from a strong lead-in courtesy of The Big Bang Theory, Omega vs. Cage held its own, excelling in key demographics, including women’s viewership.
For men aged 18-49 and the overall 18-49 audience, the Casino Battle Royal took the lead, with Jon Moxley vs. Powerhouse Hobbs coming in as the second most-watched segment in that category.
Overall, the episode averaged 679,000 viewers with a 0.18 rating.
