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Managers were once everywhere in wrestling, but WWE uses them much less frequently now. When a manager does appear, what makes the partnership believable? Could managers become more useful for developing younger wrestlers who aren't naturally strong on the microphone?

WWE managers still work because they can add personality, improve promos, and make a wrestler feel more complete. Some wrestlers are great in the ring but less comfortable talking, so a manager fills that gap. A strong manager can also create heat and help build a character without taking attention away from them.

A good manager should add something the wrestler lacks, not just stand ringside and shout. Someone who can talk, build tension, and make an opponent look dangerous can help a young wrestler connect with the crowd while they develop their own microphone skills. The partnership only works long-term if the wrestler still feels like a star in their own right.