Bischoff Discusses Handling In-Ring Tensions and Altercations
Summary
– Eric Bischoff shares his perspective on handling physical confrontations with wrestlers, referencing Vince McMahon’s experience with Bret Hart.
– He admits uncertainty about how he would have reacted in Vince’s situation, emphasizing the complexity of such scenarios.
– Bischoff recounts his own experience with Ric Flair, highlighting the difference between a staged and a real physical altercation.
Eric Bischoff, a prominent figure in the wrestling world, delves into the complex nature of physical confrontations between wrestling management and wrestlers. Reflecting on Vince McMahon’s infamous altercation with Bret Hart, Bischoff expresses his uncertainty about how he would have handled a similar situation, acknowledging the boldness of McMahon’s approach.
Bischoff, known for his tenure in WCW and involvement in many pivotal wrestling moments, discusses the nuances of such confrontations. He points out that the intent behind a physical altercation plays a crucial role in how one might react. In Vince’s case with Bret Hart, Bischoff believes that McMahon might have anticipated and even accepted the possibility of being hit.
Sharing his own experience, Bischoff recounts an incident with Ric Flair, where he initially thought Flair’s punches were part of a staged act. This incident highlights the blurred lines between performance and reality in wrestling, and how reactions can vary based on the perceived intent of the aggressor.
