10 Wrestling Facts We Didn't Know Last Week (Aug 19)
Learn why Mick Foley couldn't shake anyone's hand post-WWF Title win at SummerSlam 1999...
It's remarkable to hear Daniel Bryan, one of the most respected faces in modern-day pro wrestling, tell numerous interviewers that he still gets nervous when appearing on camera in WWE. Specifically, the current SmackDown General Manager has claimed he least enjoys delivering promos and being part of verbal segments on television.
It's clear that the man greatly misses stepping into the ring and wrestling, but he's now retired. Bryan was afforded only a few years on top before his career was cruelly snatched away due to various injuries, but he had his eye on one massive marquee bout before stepping away.
Find out who that was going to be against in this week's article, one that brings together a collection of wrestling facts and stories we didn't know previously.
Joining Daniel Bryan's elusive match, there are also stories and facts relating to the likes of Cody Rhodes, Becky Lynch, Mick Foley and even The Basham Brothers. Meanwhile, Enzo Amore reveals some bad advice he was given in WWE development.
Let's look at ten wrestling facts we didn't know last week...
10. Triple H Has Pitched Cruiserweight Idea For Years
The Cruiserweight Classic is earning rave reviews on the WWE Network. Of course, the tournament won't be to everyone's tastes, but at least the company are presenting different styles and allowing fresh talent to gain some exposure. It also feeds nicely into the fact that a new Cruiserweight division is set to hit Monday Night Raw in the near future.
During a conference call with the media this week, Triple H revealed that the Cruiserweight Classic and subsequent focus on Raw isn't a knee-jerk decision. In fact, 'The Game' has had the idea in the back of his head for years, but faced some resistance from other management when trying to make it happen.
It must be satisfying for Triple H to see his plan come to fruition now, especially at a time when WWE are heavily promoting a 'new era'. He didn't elaborate, but most will be assuming that he's talking about Vince McMahon when citing 'other management'.
At least Triple H is open to different shapes and sizes in WWE, especially if he's had the concept in mind for a few years.