Corey Graves challenges Pat McAfee for WrestleMania showdown after RAW commentary shake-up
Corey Graves hints at possible WrestleMania showdown with Pat McAfee following controversial RAW commentary team changes.
Corey Graves expressed strong feelings about WWE’s recent commentary team restructuring, particularly regarding his move to NXT following RAW’s Netflix deal. The changes positioned Michael Cole and Pat McAfee as RAW’s commentary team, while Graves joined NXT alongside Vic Joseph and Booker T.
On social media, Graves addressed the situation directly:
Imagine chasing your dream. Then being TOLD (not deciding) that you’re no longer physically able to pursue your dream. Then you dedicate your life to something ‘dream adjacent’ and being pretty f**king awesome at it. And then, when it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, being told you’re not famous enough for your own job. Just in case you’ve wondered where I’ve been.
Potential WrestleMania confrontation looms
The growing tension between Graves and McAfee could lead to a confrontation at WrestleMania 41. The 40-year-old commentator’s removal from the RAW panel and subsequent replacement by McAfee has created a compelling narrative that WWE might explore for wrestling’s biggest showcase.
The situation intensified after Graves posted a tweet highlighting his disappointment with the commentary panel changes. Whether this development stems from genuine frustration or storyline advancement remains unclear, but it opens possibilities for a unique WrestleMania encounter between the two personalities.
Given WrestleMania’s history of featuring celebrity matchups and special attractions, a potential clash between Graves and the 37-year-old McAfee could draw significant attention. If this scenario unfolds, it would mark Graves’s return to in-ring competition, adding another layer to their developing rivalry.