WWE legend The Undertaker calls out today’s superstars for missing the resilience and edge of past wrestling generations
The Undertaker, WWE’s iconic “Deadman,” has voiced sharp criticism of the current generation of wrestlers, emphasizing what he sees as a lack of grit and personal struggle. Though retired after his WrestleMania 36 match against AJ Styles in 2020, The Undertaker remains influential behind the scenes and his opinions are still highly regarded by WWE management.
On a recent episode of his podcast, The Phenom, he reflected on the demanding path of past wrestlers under trainers like Bill DeMott and Al Snow. “I think…they were trying to weed out the weak. Because you can’t come up here and be weak. The grind is too hard physically and mentally,” he said.
He continued, urging today’s wrestlers to develop an edge through struggle, even if not as extreme as what he experienced. The Undertaker recounted his early days, saying he slept in his car, worked multiple gigs just to afford wrestling school, and persisted despite warnings from others.
While he has previously criticized modern WWE champions, this candid assessment highlights the contrast he sees between the legendary wrestlers of the past and the current roster.
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