In a recent appearance on The Rob Brown Show, WWE’s World Heavyweight Champion, Damian Priest, made a surprising revelation about his past. The Archer of Infamy revealed that he had plans to transition into the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) before signing with WWE. Priest, an avid fan of MMA, had even gone so far as to be in talks to host a small-scale MMA event before ultimately deciding to pursue a career in professional wrestling.
Speaking on The Rob Brown Show, Priest recalled, “I was preparing to fight in a cage… I was in talks to do a small show, and then WWE came calling.” However, it seems that Priest has no regrets about choosing to pursue a career in wrestling instead. “I love MMA, but I’m fully committed to WWE,” he emphasized.
This surprising revelation highlights the diverse interests and passions of WWE Superstars outside of the wrestling ring. Priest’s love for MMA is not unique, as many WWE performers have been known to be fans of sports and sporting events outside of professional wrestling.
Despite his initial plans to pursue a career in MMA, Priest has clearly found success in professional wrestling. After a rough patch on the main roster, Priest created The Judgment Day under Edge’s tutelage, which has since become one of the most dominant factions in the industry. His recent title defense against Jey Uso in France has solidified his position as a top performer in the company.
Priest’s commitment to WWE has been further cemented by his recent signing of a new deal with the company. Following his historic win against Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania XL, Priest has solidified his position as one of the top champions in the company.
As The Judgment Day continues to grow in numbers and prominence, it will be interesting to see how Priest fares in his next title defense. One thing is certain, however – with his passion for MMA and his commitment to WWE, Damian Priest is a force to be reckoned with in professional wrestling.