It looks like one of WWE’s most dominant tag teams from the late ’80s is back in the fold. According to PWInsider Elite, Demolition—comprised of Bill Eadie (Ax) and Barry Darsow (Smash)—have reportedly signed legends deals with WWE.
The news comes as a significant development, given the history between the former three-time WWE World Tag Team Champions and the company. The duo originally teamed together from 1987 to 1991, cementing their legacy as one of WWE’s longest-reigning tag teams during their era. They officially retired from in-ring competition in 2017.
While Demolition’s return to the WWE umbrella may excite longtime fans, it’s notable considering past legal disputes between the team and the company. Eadie previously fought WWE over the rights to the Demolition name and gimmick but was unsuccessful in his legal battle. Additionally, both Eadie and Darsow were part of a 2016 class-action lawsuit against WWE, alleging that the company concealed the risks of traumatic brain injuries suffered by wrestlers. That lawsuit was ultimately dismissed in 2018.
Interestingly, speculation about Demolition’s renewed relationship with WWE began swirling when their profiles were recently re-added to the Alumni section of WWE.com. Now, with reports of legends deals in place, fans may wonder if this could lead to future WWE-related appearances or even a long-overdue Hall of Fame induction.
For now, it seems WWE and Demolition have put past disputes behind them, and the legendary tag team is once again part of the company’s extended family.
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