Goldberg Says WWE Let Asuka Top His WCW Streak 'On Purpose'
The remarks revive debate over whether NXT achievements are counted against WCW-era streaks.
Overview
- Speaking on the Real Talk with Mike Burke podcast on Oct. 23, Goldberg said WWE intentionally booked "some girl" to surpass his undefeated run, adding he holds no ill will toward her.
- Fightful identified the wrestler as Asuka, whose reported undefeated stretch lasted 914 days within WWE/NXT.
- Goldberg referenced "170-something" wins for his WCW streak and initially did not name Asuka, details that outlets noted in questioning his recollection.
- Cageside Seats argued Asuka’s milestone came in NXT and is not universally treated as a main-roster WWE record, with little on-air emphasis when it occurred.
- FandomWire highlighted that Goldberg’s claim about being WCW champion while the company led WWE in ratings does not align with documented timelines.