What if WWE brings back the Hardcore Championship

#2 Returning legends

The Hardcore division would offer a platform for legends to make some novel appearances.

While Attitude Era mid-carders like Crash Holly, The Road Dogg, and Maven are typically most synonymous with the legacy of the Hardcore Championship, it’s worth noting that legends like Pat Patterson and Gerald Brisco also took their turns with the strap.

Indeed, part of the fun of the title was that the rules facilitated unlikely champions, and at its best, the title struck the balance between feeling like a legitimate championship but also being a bit of a joke that no one could take too seriously.

Nearly two decades removed from the Monday Night War era, WWE has a deep pool of legends at its disposal, and even if All Elite Wrestling does offer something resembling competition, there are still a number of past stars who will sign their Legends deals and remain loyal to Vince McMahon.

Much like the Royal Rumble has seen its share of old timers come out to pop the crowd and work for a minute or two, a new era for the Hardcore Championship could offer fun cameo opportunities for stars from yesteryear.