Over a two year span, Dallas became the bane of the NXT Universe's existence. Despite being the most hated man in developmental, he was a delusional heavyweight champion who fashioned himself a hero and role model for the people. Delivering his motivational messages and urging fans to "Bo-lieve" he was greeted with chants of "we don't like you," "Bo-LEAVE" and the slightly offensive "Bocahontas." Still the disdain of the audience never rattled Bo, who continued to flash his cheesy smile and act as though he was the most beloved man in the industry. When Dallas defeated Big E to capture the NXT Championship in May of 2013, he began a Honky Tonk Man-like title reign in which fans desperately wanted to see him get beat up and lose the title. With each win, the hatred for the competitor intensified. By the time he finally dropped the title to Adrian Neville at NXT Arrival on February 27, anticipation for the title change had built to such a fever pitch that the fans inside Full Sail University in Winter Park, Fla. would have erupted if Doink the Clown came out of retirement and captured the championship. The May 22 episode of NXT saw the banishment of Dallas from the brand following a loss to longtime rival Big E. True to form, the NXT fans tormented their favorite target, wishing him anything but well on his way out the door. After debuting on the main roster this past week, Dallas will have the opportunity to infuriate an all new audience as he continues to build a reputations for himself as one of the most hated men in today's WWE.
Erik Beaston is a freelance pro wrestling writer who likes long walks in the park, dandelions and has not quite figured out that this introduction is not for Match.com. He resides in Parts Unknown, where he hosts weekly cookouts with Kane, The Ultimate Warrior, Papa Shango and The Boogeyman. Be jealous.
