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Newsweek
5 hours ago
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The Hardy Boyz Explain What Went Wrong With Their AEW Run
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Hardy Boyz have opened up about their recent run with AEW. In a new interview with Ariel Helwani, Jeff Hardy took full responsibility for the team's run not meeting expectations. Jeff cited his personal issues and legal troubles as the main reason for their struggles. He believes those problems prevented them from getting a fair chance in the company. Jeff Hardy Takes The Blame Jeff Hardy was candid about his time in AEW. He feels he never had a chance to redeem himself after his arrest. "I just don't think we ever had a fair chance because of that," Jeff said. "So I blame myself all the time." He stated he understood why AEW might not have wanted to trust him. "I was, 'Oh, God, they can't trust me. I'm just a liability,'" he explained. Matt Hardy On Missed Opportunities Matt Hardy gave his perspective on the situation. He felt that his brother did a good job of proving himself after he returned. Matt also expressed disappointment that AEW didn't capitalize on having all four "TLC legends" (himself, Jeff, Adam Copeland, and Christian Cage) in the company at the same time. WWE Stars Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy Sign Autographs at Bookends Bookstore in Ridgewood, New Jersey WWE Stars Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy Sign Autographs at Bookends Bookstore in Ridgewood, New Jersey Bobby Bank/WireImage/Getty Images "There's just so much value in the four of us together because of our history," Matt said. "But, yeah, it didn't happen." He spoke highly of Tony Khan as a person and a boss. However, he noted that Khan has a specific "style and choice of wrestling that he likes to see." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation The Hardy Boyz have had multiple, impactful runs in TNA Wrestling. Jeff Hardy found major singles success, becoming a three-time TNA World Heavyweight Champion. Matt Hardy famously reinvented himself with his "Broken" character, a creative phenomenon that took the wrestling world by storm and led to cinematic matches like "The Final Deletion." Together, they also captured the TNA World Tag Team Championship on three separate occasions, most recently in 2024. Years later, they reunited in AEW in 2022, immediately entering a dream feud with The Young Bucks, whom they defeated at the Double or Nothing pay-per-view. However, their AEW run was quickly derailed by Jeff's legal issues and subsequent suspension, from which they never fully recovered their momentum. Despite the initial excitement, their time in AEW was marked by inconsistent booking and injuries before both departed the company. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
CTV News
22-06-2025
- CTV News
Vancouver police report back on allegation of arrest quotas on Downtown Eastside
Arrest quotas are not in place as part of a crime crackdown on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside but 'performance measures do exist,' according to a report presented to the police board. In March, a complaint from someone identifying as an officer with the Vancouver Police Department alleged that 'arbitrary' quotas for daily drug arrests were being set as part of 'Task Force Barrage.' A heavily redacted version of the complaint was published, and it refers to an email from 'management' sent that 'set an expectation that each team working there would arrest (redacted) on drug charges.' The complainant was concerned that this would undermine officers' discretion, saying 'I don't think this is legal or right.' B.C.'s Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner ordered the board to take action, which it did by asking for an internally produced report. Supt. Matt Hardy drafted the report and presented the findings at last Thursday's meeting. In it, he acknowledged the email the complaint referenced did exist, and did include specific numbers. 'Ideally, we'd like 2-3 drug arrests and charges a day,' the email said, according to the report. When the task force launched and beat officers were being trained, 'there was no available performance measure as to what a reasonable arrest and charge goal would be for a shift,' according to Harty's report. 'The Staff Sgt. is setting a performance measure the purpose of which is educating everyone as to what a reasonable outcome would be during a shift.' A performance measure is 'aspirational' whereas a quota is mandatory and attached to consequences – both positive and negative – for employees, Harty told the board when presenting his report. 'The VPD does not set open or hidden quotas. The VPD does set performance measures…Quotas are rigid and have formal and informal employee rewards and punishments attached potentially leading to significant ethical issues and possible police deviance,' he said. 'Quotas also negatively impact marginalized communities through disproportionate enforcement.' Officers deployed as part of Task Force Barrage – like all officers – are still expected to use their discretion, Harty continued. 'The bottom line is that the VPD expects all members to only arrest and recommend charges when they have reasonable grounds based on lawful authority and have taken everything into consideration for each set of unique circumstances – while being mindful of proportionality and using diversion where appropriate,' he told the board. Keeping those criteria in mind, officers 'should arrest and recommend charges for as many drug traffickers as they can within each shift,' Harty continued, referring to the work of the task force which he said targets 'mid-to-high level' traffickers and not drug users. None of the board had any questions for Harty, and the recommendation to conclude the complaint passed unanimously. In addition to Harty's report, the meeting package contained a letter from University of British Columbia law professor Benjamin Perrin. In it, he urges the board to order an external review of the complaint. 'Given the well-documented tendency of police leadership to deny quota systems while they operate informally within departments, and considering the particular vulnerability of the Downtown Eastside community—especially its Indigenous residents—a thorough and vigorous independent investigation is essential to determine the truth and restore public confidence,' he wrote. 'Simply put, the police investigating themselves is insufficient.' Perrin's letter was referenced at the meeting but not discussed, and the board said the professor will be advised of the outcome.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Matt Hardy Cautions Young Wrestlers Of Burning Bridges With Other Promotions On Social Media
TNA Tag Team Champion Matt Hardy urges Young Wrestlers to be cautious about burning bridges with other promotions. During his The Extreme Life With Matt Hardy podcast, he emphasized that wrestlers should focus on their own work and keep a positive attitude, rather than criticizing other promotions publicly. 'One thing I would say is learn how to not be overly opinionated when you're talking about other promotions. Learn how to shut the hell up and just worry about what you're doing, speak positively, and stop talking negatively about other places.' Advertisement The TNA star warned the young wrestlers that being overly opinionated could hurt future opportunities, especially if a wrestler ends up released. 'Because if you do get to that point where you do get released and you're gone, then you've kind of screwed yourself up from going somewhere else. Pro wrestling is a small world in the big scheme of things… don't burn bridges before you have an opportunity to go somewhere else just in case.' He also encouraged wrestlers to be smart about their use of social media instead of engaging in online negativity. 'If you're a wrestler, if you're a performer, be better than that, be smarter than that, and learn how to just talk about the things that are positive, the things that you like, and let your grievances go. The best thing you can possibly do is if there's something you don't like, just shut the hell up about it.' [H/T: Related: Je'Von Evans: Ricochet Learned From HBK, Now He Wrestles For A Crackhead In Front Of 2,000 People Matt Hardy says he doesn't understand what The Death Riders are trying to accomplish in AEW Jon Moxley, the current AEW World Champion, leads the Death Riders. The group includes Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, PAC, and Marina Shafir. They came together at AEW All Out after turning on Bryan Danielson. Many fans are still unsure about their purpose and what they want to achieve in AEW, which Matt Hardy also agrees with. Advertisement Speaking on The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy, Hardy spoke about the main event of AEW Dynasty and reiterated his comments from last week's show, where he believes the Death Riders faction has run its course. 'As I'd said last week before we ever got to the pay-per-view event… I feel it's one of those times where, you know, the Death Riders thing, it has pretty much run its course,' Matt Hardy said. 'I love Jon Moxley [and] I think in many ways, Jon Moxley is the heart and soul of AEW; I think he busts his ass for AEW. 'He takes these crazy risks and he puts it on the line for AEW week in and week out, no doubt, but I think it is time to go a different direction and try and start something new that could possibly catch fire. AEW really, really, really needs something to get hot and catch fire to kind of get their momentum back, I think so. I don't necessarily understand their whole mission at AEW, what are they trying to accomplish?' Read More: Matt Hardy To Challenge The Nemeth Brothers with Mystery Partner at TNA Under Siege The post Matt Hardy Cautions Young Wrestlers Of Burning Bridges With Other Promotions On Social Media appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WWE and AEW Legends Mourn the Death of Hardcore Icon
The ECW icon Sabu has passed away at the age of 60, as multiple outlets confirmed Sunday morning. "The Suicidal, Homicidal, Genocidal, Death-Defying Maniac" had his last match just a few weeks ago against Joey Janela at a GCW event during WrestleMania week. Sabu's career spanned three decades, wrestling in nearly every major promotion across the globe. His impact on the business is impossible to articulate, but some WWE and AEW legends tried in some heartfelt messages on X. Rob Van Dam, who teamed with Sabu for years and competed against each other in some of the most legendary hardcore bouts of all time, kept his tribute simple. AEW manager MVP had perhaps the most charming statement. Former WCW and WWE standout Marc Mero shared a more recent flick of the two with some kind words. Current TNA Tag Team Champion and future WWE Hall of Famer Matt Hardy posted a classy memorial. WWE superstar Sami Zayn, who routinely pays his respects to those who paved the way, highlighted Sabu's undeniable influence. Current AEW color commentator and former ECW Champion Taz released a heartfelt video. Wrestling great and Busted Open Radio host, Bully Ray, posted some touching throwback pictures. AEW fan-favorite Mark Briscoe credited the revolutionary high-flyer for getting him in the squared circle. Sabu constantly put his body on the line for the enjoyment of fans. It was clear he had a desire to continually one-up himself and create more jaw-dropping physical feats. His creativity is second to none, and there's something about his ability to always do something spectacular every time he steps in the ring that is impossible to replicate. His wars with RVD, Terry Funk, and Sandman deserve more recognition and hopefully get another moment in the sun. Advertisement Expect more formal tributes on the following editions of WWE "Raw" and AEW "Dynamite." Related: 'She's Boring' Jonathan Coachman Shoots Down Embattled WWE Superstar Related: WWE Star Sends 'Brown Egg Head' Ricochet a Fiery Message on X
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Matt Hardy Doesn't Understand What The Death Riders Are Trying To Accomplish In AEW
Photo Credit: All Elite Wrestling Matt Hardy continues to express his feelings regarding the Death Riders storyline in AEW. On the latest episode of The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy, the TNA Wrestling star spoke about the main event of AEW Dynasty and reiterated his comments from last week's show, where he believes the Death Riders faction has run its course. Advertisement 'As I'd said last week before we ever got to the pay-per-view event… I feel it's one of those times where, you know, the Death Riders thing, it has pretty much run its course,' Matt Hardy said. 'I love Jon Moxley [and] I think in many ways, Jon Moxley is the heart and soul of AEW; I think he busts his ass for AEW. 'He takes these crazy risks and he puts it on the line for AEW week in and week out, no doubt, but I think it is time to go a different direction and try and start something new that could possibly catch fire. AEW really, really, really needs something to get hot and catch fire to kind of get their momentum back, I think so. I don't necessarily understand their whole mission at AEW, what are they trying to accomplish?' [H/T: With Moxley retaining the AEW World Championship at Dynasty, many fans now believe the earliest he'll drop the title is this July at All In Texas. READ MORE: Matt Hardy Believes The Death Riders Storyline In AEW Has Almost Run Its Course Advertisement What do you make of Matt Hardy's comments? Are you over the Death Riders storyline on AEW programming right now? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Matt Hardy Doesn't Understand What The Death Riders Are Trying To Accomplish In AEW appeared first on Wrestlezone.
