In a surprising turn of events, Ronda Rousey is asserting her influence to ensure that Vince McMahon gives up any control within the company following his recent resignation.
Last Friday, WWE executive Nick Khan made a significant announcement regarding McMahon’s departure from his role within the company. The decision came in the wake of a new lawsuit that surfaced, bringing forth disturbing allegations of sexual misconduct and sex trafficking against McMahon.
In a memo obtained by ESPN on Friday night, WWE president Nick Khan conveyed to his staff: “I wanted to inform you that Vince McMahon has tendered his resignation from his positions as TKO Executive Chairman and on the TKO Board of Directors. He will no longer have a role with TKO Group holdings or WWE.”
On the subsequent Saturday afternoon, Rousey pointed fingers at WWE exec Bruce Pritchard. She accused him of being a mere shadow puppet controlled by McMahon, even during McMahon’s absence from the company.
According to Rousey, “Bruce Prichard is basically Vince’s avatar, if he’s still around Vince still has a hand in the business. Vince was still running things through Bruce when he was “gone” before”
Amidst the turmoil, reports suggest that Endeavor is contemplating a thorough clean-up within the company. They aim to remove individuals closely associated with McMahon following the recent serious allegations. However, it remains uncertain whether Prichard is on the list of those to be removed.
Rousey’s bold accusations against Prichard raise questions about the likelihood of WWE retaining him in light of the recent controversies. The power dynamics within the company are undergoing a shift, and it remains to be seen how the aftermath of McMahon’s resignation will shape the future of WWE.
The WWE is navigating through a challenging period marked by legal troubles and internal power struggles. Rousey’s vocal stance against McMahon’s associates leaves fans and industry insiders eagerly anticipating the resolution of this high-stakes drama.