The New Day’s Floundering Career Was Criticized Openly

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WWE superstars Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods of The New Day (Via WWE/Twitter)

The WWE’s popular trio, The New Day, consisting of Kofi Kingston, Big E, and Xavier Woods, has been facing some problems in the wrestling world. According to recent statements made by the group members themselves, AEW star Paul Wight, formerly known as the Big Show, had once told Kofi Kingston that he was wasting his career by being part of The New Day. This unfortunate incident occurred when the three friends were still finding their footing in the WWE.

As the story goes, Big E and Xavier Woods were part of a conversation with Wight in the writers’ room, and they were discussing their positioning within the company. At that time, the trio wasn’t exactly soaring high on the popularity charts, with Kofi Kingston stuck in the mid-card and Big E and Woods’ career prospects even more uncertain.

However, things took a turn for the worse when Wight pulled Kofi Kingston aside and uttered those hurtful words: “What are you doing with these guys? You’re wasting your career.” This public indictment must have been a huge blow to Kingston, who was already struggling to make a name for himself in the WWE.

Big E and Xavier Woods went on to reveal that this incident occurred while they were within earshot, making it even more painful for them to witness. The fact that Wight didn’t even bother to apologize to them directly, instead choosing to send a half-hearted message via social media, only added insult to injury.

Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods and Big E of The New Day (Via WWE/Twitter)

Fast forward to the present, and The New Day has continued to face challenges. Despite their initial success, they have struggled to maintain a high level of consistency, and their chemistry has started to fray. Their on-screen dynamic, which was once the toast of the WWE, has become somewhat stale and predictable.

Kofi Kingston, in particular, has been struggling to recapture the magic that he experienced during his WWE Championship reign. Since losing the title to Brock Lesnar, he has been relegated to the mid-card once again, making it difficult for him to regain the momentum he had built up earlier in his career.

The New Day’s floundering career has been a subject of much speculation among wrestling fans, with many attributing their decline to the absence of a compelling storyline or lack of creative direction. Whatever the reason, it’s clear that the group’s camaraderie and chemistry have started to wear thin, and they are struggling to find their footing in a rapidly evolving wrestling terrain.

In the end, Paul Wight’s harsh words may have been a parting shot, but they also served as a wake-up call for The New Day to reassess their priorities and refocus their energies on becoming a successful team once again. As they navigate the ups and downs of the wrestling world, it remains to be seen if they will be able to regain their momentum and rise to the top of the WWE hierarchy.

By Nishant Jayaram

Nishant Jayaram is a seasoned wrestling writer with over 45 million reads, having contributed to Sportskeeda's pro wrestling and football sections. He co-founded the Pro Wrestling Record website, focusing on user-friendly experiences. Nishant's passion for wrestling began in 1996, attending WWE's first India show and later joining their media team. You can reach out to him at [email protected].