The former writer felt it was essential to set the stage for a superstar’s long-awaited appearance. While WWE rightfully built up some intrigue towards the Big Red Machine’s debut, Russo believes AEW wasted an opportunity to capitalize on Kenny Omega’s comeback.
Here’s what Vince Russo had to say on the latest Wrestling Outlaws episode:
Vince Russo even provided a relevant example featuring Stone Cold Steve Austin and revealed how WWE would have booked The Texas Rattlesnake’s return from injury.
The wrestling veteran found it odd that Tony Khan chose to reintroduce one of AEW’s biggest stars in a six-man tag team match.
Russo added:
Vince Russo recalls Kane’s near-perfect WWE debut
Vince Russo was part of WWE’s booking team when Glenn Jacobs began his on-screen run as the menacing kayfabe brother of The Undertaker.
Russo said the company did the right thing by not rushing the angle. They gradually developed a compelling narrative leading up to Kane’s emergence at Badd Blood: In Your House 1997.
While fans have witnessed many memorable pro wrestling debuts, Kane might have made the most impactful first impression in WWE history, as per Russo:
Did Kane have the best debut ever? Share your views in the comments section below.
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