The fall of WCW remains a hot topic within the wrestling community, with its demise attributed to various factors. Booker T has recently added to the conversation, claiming that Hulk Hogan played a major role in WCWs downfall.
The Who Killed WCW? docuseries was produced by Dwayne Johnsons Seven Bucks Productionsand the series premiered last month, which ended up bringing the death of WCW back into the forefront again.
While speaking on his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T agreed with the notion that Hogan was one of the reasons WCW eventually failed. He noted that Hogan helped elevate WCW to a prominent stage, echoing Eric Bischoffs sentiment that Hogans involvement made a difference when it came to making calls and setting up meetings. Hogan was a marquee star who drew attention and facilitated crucial connections.
However, Booker T also pointed out key moments that contributed to WCWs decline, specifically mentioning the Finger Poke of Doom and his own experience at Bash at the Beach. He believed these incidents could have been avoided and would remain blemishes on WCWs legacy. Despite the negative impact, Booker T reflected on these moments as necessary experiences for him personally.
Vince Russo also named those whomhe believes were responsible for WCWs death. Nevertheless, WCWs demise will always be a hot topic, and that is unlikely to change anytime soon.
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