By Akshat Trivedi Credits: WWE
A wrestler's nickname can make or break their career, as demonstrated by Steve Austin's transformation from "Stunning" to "Stone Cold" and Triple H's rise to main event champion as "The Game".
In 2002, Jim Ross gave The Undertaker the nickname "Booger Red," which confused WWE fans. The connection between "booger" and a tough wrestler was lost, and the nickname quickly died out.
During Mark Henry's early years in WWE, Vince McMahon allegedly subjected him and used to call him "the Silverback," which drew criticism for being racially motivated.
One of Becky Lynch's early nicknames, "The Irish Lass Kicker," was too cheesy for a talent like Lynch. While "The Man" and "Big Time Becks" proved to be great nicknames, this one fell short.
Steve Austin had several memorable nicknames. However, when he returned from surgery, commentator Jim Ross saddled him with the awkward nickname “The Bionic Redneck.”
Sheamus, known for his pasty white skin, was given the nickname "The Great White," which made little sense and added to the perception that he was not taken seriously as a wrestler.
Roman Reigns' former nickname, "The Big Dog," didn't align well with his career at the time. Although his current success has improved his standing, the name still falls short of Reigns.
These nicknames serve as a reminder that even amazing wrestlers can be burdened by bad nicknames that leave fans laughing and damage their reputation.
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