Former World Tag Team Champions Demolition Signs Legends Deal With WWE

For years, the future of Demolition (Ax and Smash) in the WWE Universe was fractured. Legal battles, including a high-profile CTE lawsuit, kept the legendary tag team at arm's length from WWE. However, that has changed, as Demolition is back in the WWE fold.

It has been reported that Bill Eadie and Barry Darsow have officially signed Legends deals with WWE. This is very significant, as Demolition's impact on tag team wrestling is undeniable. A dominant force in the late 1980s and early 1990s, they are considered by many to be one of the best tag teams to ever step in a WWE ring.

Ax & Smash were true to their team name, as they would demolish their opponents with an aggressive ring style, before delivering their "Demolition Decapitation" finisher, which was a combination of a pendulum backbreaker by Ax and a diving elbow drop by Smash. This aggressive style, combined with seamless teamwork, led to considerable success and their tag team expertise gained them success in the form of three reigns as World Tag Team Champions. This particular tag team championship was WWE's first, and was retired in 2010- Demolition are the longest reigning holders of the World Tag Team Championship, and that is a record that will never be broken.

The signing of this Legends deal signifies more than just a reconciliation. It opens up a world of possibilities for Demolition's future with WWE. Most significantly, the signing clears the path for their long-overdue induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. Their contributions to the pro-wrestling industry have earned them that honor, and many members of the WWE Universe have been passionately advocating for their addition for years.

Beyond the WWE Hall of Fame, thsse Legends deal paves the way for Demolition to be featured in various aspects of the WWE brand. From classic t-shirts and action figures, fans will finally have a chance to celebrate the tag team via merchandise. Also, Legends deals often include opportunities for former WWE Superstars to make appearances at WWE events. Whether it's a Hall of Fame ceremony, a special segment on WWE Raw, or meet-and-greets, Ax and Smash will be back in the WWE spotlight.

In addition, a Legends deal often leads to the legend's character being used for video games. Imagine being able to create a match featuring Demolition brawling with The War Raiders.

Demolition's return to the WWE family is a testament that new leadership at the helm of WWE has a focus on mending bridges, as well as the enduring legacy of wrestling legends. It's a win for WWE and Demolition, as well as the WWE Universe.