#2 Technical wrestling was almost non-existent

Before, we mentioned that the WWE did away with the archaic rule that pro wrestlers were not allowed to strike with a closed fist.
This was done to make wrestling seem more 'realistic.' The emphasis on punching and kicking also led to a de-emphasis on the more technical aspects of pro wrestling. Other than finishers, there were few technical wrestling holds utilized in many of the Attitude Era matches.
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As great as The Rock was as an entertainer, his move-set in the ring was rather limited. It was considered a big deal when he added the Sharpshooter to his repertoire, especially in light of how few technical moves he would perform. Likewise, talented technicians like Triple H relied more on punches and stomps than inside cradles or schoolboy roll-ups to get the win.