Imagine a wrestling world where one of the most iconic tag teams in history, Demolition, is finally mending fences with WWE after years of distance. Could this mean their long-awaited induction into the WWE Hall of Fame is on the horizon? This is the question on everyone’s mind, and it’s one that Demolition’s Bill “Ax” Eadie and Barry “Smash” Darsow recently addressed during their appearance on the Wrestling Life with Ben Veal podcast. But here’s where it gets intriguing: while accepting their induction into the show’s own Hall of Fame, the duo opened up about their legacy, their tumultuous departure from WWE in the early 1990s, and their newfound “Legends deal”—a development that feels almost surreal given their past struggles.
Host Ben Veal didn’t hold back, boldly stating, “It does feel inevitable that Demolition has to be inducted into the [WWE] Hall of Fame before much longer. I just can’t see it not happening.” And he’s not alone. Barry Darsow revealed that fans constantly ask them about it, second only to questions about their legendary 1989 Royal Rumble match against each other. “It’s the number one thing we hear,” Darsow admitted. But is WWE listening? That’s the million-dollar question.
And this is the part most people miss: Bill Eadie hinted at a significant shift in their relationship with WWE. “Hopefully our new relationship with them will be better, and so far, it has been,” he said, adding, “So bygones be bygones. Let’s start fresh.” This reconciliation is a big deal, especially considering the bitter fallout from their departure. But is it enough to secure their place in the Hall of Fame? Only time will tell.
Reflecting on their dominant run in the late 1980s, Eadie shared the origins of Demolition’s iconic look, inspired by the Mad Max series. While the original pairing with Randy Colley didn’t pan out, the chemistry between Eadie and Darsow was instant. “We clicked probably the second match we had,” Eadie recalled. Their secret? A team-first mentality, devoid of ego. “Neither of us worried about who was getting more attention,” Eadie explained. Darsow echoed this, calling Eadie his “big brother”—a testament to their unbreakable bond.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Their exit from WWE was anything but smooth. Eadie detailed broken promises and financial disputes, particularly around his transition to a backstage role. “There were a number of promises made and never kept,” he said, adding, “I just wish it had been honest.” Darsow agreed, calling their treatment “crap” after their record-breaking reign as three-time Tag Team Champions. The addition of Crush to the team, which effectively sidelined Eadie, was the final straw. “It was like they wanted to get rid of Bill and Demolition,” Darsow lamented. Was WWE justified in their actions, or did they mishandle one of their greatest assets? Let’s discuss in the comments.
Despite the past, both members are grateful for their current resurgence, thanks in part to their WWE Legends deal. “It’s something that even a couple of years ago probably wouldn’t have seemed possible,” Veal noted. Eadie described this phase as “really enjoyable,” with the duo receiving more requests than they can handle. “It makes you humble to know we made an imprint on the fans,” he said. In closing, Eadie left fans with a simple yet powerful message: “Every night, we tried to have the best match on the card.”
So, what do you think? Does Demolition deserve a spot in the WWE Hall of Fame? And is their reconciliation with WWE genuine, or just a temporary truce? Share your thoughts below, and don’t forget to credit WrestlingNews.co for the transcription if you quote this article!
