10 Things You Didn't Know About Sasha Banks

1. Is A Self-Admitted 'Mark'

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The word 'mark' is sometimes viewed as a dirty word in today's pro wrestling scene, but not quite as much as it arguably used to be. Traditionally, fans in general were called marks by wrestlers, almost a derogatory term for those who believed what they were seeing was 100% real, and followed without question.

As more and more has become public knowledge regarding the real lives of pro wrestlers, this kind of thing has cooled off somewhat, although the phrase 'mark out' is still common, used mainly when something cool happens on television that causes even hardcore fans to lose their inhibitions and get excited.

That's exactly what Sasha Banks would describe herself as, a mark, because she has said as much during various interviews. Saying she was heavily intimidated by the likes of Vince McMahon and Triple H upon first meeting them, Banks was more impressed due to being a fan, rather than their size or personality. There's something altogether quite endearing about that, because a WWE talent flat out calling themselves a mark is not something fans have the chance to hear very often. 

What other interesting facts about Sasha Banks do you know? Did you know about any of the ones listed here? Let us know your thoughts down in the comments section!

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