BIRMINGHAM – WWE’s stop at bp pulse LIVE on Monday, August 25, left fans with more than just in-ring drama. What stole the spotlight were the stinging remarks made by several performers, turning the event into a talking point across the city.

During the show, wrestler Kofi Kingston stunned the crowd when he launched a harsh tirade against Birmingham. His words drew loud jeers as he said, “We don’t want to be here. You all have to wake up here in this dirty pi**stain excuse of a city you call Birmingham.”

The tension didn’t end there. Xavier Woods quickly added fuel by insulting the crowd’s accent, saying, “You idiots sound like sleep apnea when you speak.”

But the most shocking moment came when Becky Lynch addressed the audience with a cutting remark about Birmingham rock icon Ozzy Osbourne. Her words struck a nerve:

• Becky Lynch referenced Osbourne’s death in what many described as a tasteless attempt at humor.

• She told the crowd, “Ozzy Osbourne had the good sense to move to LA, a proper city. If I lived in Birmingham, I’d die too.”

• Gasps filled the arena as she exited the ring immediately after.

The response from fans was swift, with many labeling the comments “foul” and “X-rated,” particularly given Osbourne’s legacy in the city. Local reporters covering the show described the atmosphere as stunned disbelief.

While WWE performers are known for taunts and theatrics, the remarks about Birmingham and its legendary musician crossed a line for many. For now, the backlash shows no sign of quieting down, as supporters and critics alike continue to debate whether the insults were part of the act or simply unnecessary provocation.