Former WWE star Dax Harwood didn't mince his words as he hit back at Dave Meltzer on Twitter.
Harwood and Cash Wheeler, collectively known as FTR (The Revival in WWE), have enjoyed perhaps the best year of their careers. They currently hold ROH, AAA and IWGP tag gold simultaneously.
They have been the number one ranked team in the promotion for months and were set for a trilogy bout against the Young Bucks. However, the promotion has recently switched its focus toward the upcoming trios tournament.
The significant change in trajectory in recent weeks has led a handful of fans to speculate that the Young Bucks are avoiding the ROH Tag Champs, a perceived power play from the AEW EVPs.
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Veteran journalist Dave Meltzer shared his thoughts on the matter on Twitter, slamming the rumors as conspiracy theories.
"Actually they are people who learn from Alex Jones types and can't read," he noted.
Perhaps adding fuel to the fire of speculation, Dax Harwood took significant issue with Meltzer's opinion, outright telling him to "f*ck off." He also urged the journalist to reach out to both sides of the story before offering his opinion.
"Dave, with all due respect, f*ck off. Like, in the most respectful and loving way, I mean that. When you decide to get two sides of a story, then speak on it. Thanks dude," Dax said.
Check out the uncensored tweet here.
You can check out Meltzer's tweet below:
How did fans react to the former WWE star's tweet?
The outburst scored various reactions from fans over Twitter. FTR is universally adored by fans and has enjoyed their undying support, but many have taken issue with Harwood's tweet.
The user below, for example, took issue with the fact that the former WWE star's response may provoke negative attention, especially given his dedication to promoting mental health.
Another fan asked Dax to "keep this energy with Jim Cornette." The latter is another polarizing figure in wrestling who FTR have admitted they idolize.
The above user desired answers more so than criticizing Harwood's reaction, asking the AEW Star to follow up on the suggestion that there is more to the rumors surrounding FTR and the Young Bucks.
Here are some additional reactions:
There is no way to confirm the truth. However, Harwood's response has definitely raised some eyebrows in the pro wrestling community.
What do you think of Dax Harwood's response? Could the Young Bucks bury the former WWE tag team? Let us know in the comments section below.