Johnny Gargano recently appeared on the Battleground Podcast, where he talked about the progression of his DIY tag team with Tommaso Ciampa, which started in WWE NXT, and is now a part of the main roster on RAW. Here are the highlights:
Their original goal:
“Me and Tommaso started in “NXT” like, 8 years ago at this point? And, our goal — you know, we always talked about it,” Gargano recounted. “Like, we loved our run in “NXT;” we wanted to stay there forever.”
Their potential:
“We always talked about what would happen if #DIY was on “Monday Night Raw?” And a lot of fans wanted that too!” Gargano said. “We’ve had our ups and downs throughout the years, but it has ultimately brought us closer together. And I don’t think that there is a tag team, or a unit, that has gone through what me and Tommaso have, both on-screen and off-screen. We are closer than we’ve ever been, and we’re excited to show the world what we’re capable of. So I do feel like we are at completely different parts of our life,” Gargano said. “Literally me and Candice got married; moved to Orlando; me, Candice, Tommaso all lived together in a small apartment for probably a year. We grew together. And, here we are — we didn’t even know how long we were going to be there! I feel like we’re at such [a] different part now, because, now, I’m a dad. Tommaso’s a dad. Like, literally, it feels like it’s #Dad-IY more than #DIY,” Gargano joked. “It feels like we’re at a different part of our life, and do I think he’s going to turn on me again? I don’t know. I mean, to be fair, I turned on him too! So, maybe it’s in the back of his mind more than mine. But I feel like right now we’re on the same page and we really want to use our collective forces to try and make this run the best run it possibly could be.”
Johnny Gargano, one-half of the DIY tag team with Tommaso Ciampa, recently discussed the progression of their partnership in an interview on the Battleground Podcast. The duo, who initially gained popularity in WWE NXT, has now made their way to the main roster on RAW. Gargano shared some insights into their journey and their goals for the future.
Gargano revealed that when he and Ciampa first started their partnership in NXT, their original goal was to stay there forever. They loved their time in NXT and wanted to continue building their legacy in the brand. However, as time went on, they began to wonder what it would be like if DIY made the jump to Monday Night Raw. Gargano mentioned that many fans also expressed a desire to see them on the main roster.
Throughout the years, DIY has faced their fair share of ups and downs, both on-screen and off-screen. However, these experiences have only brought Gargano and Ciampa closer together. Gargano emphasized that there is no other tag team or unit that has gone through what they have. Their bond extends beyond their professional lives, as they have lived together and supported each other through various personal milestones.
Gargano humorously noted that their current phase of life feels more like “Dad-IY” than DIY, as both he and Ciampa have become fathers. This new chapter has brought them to a different stage in their lives, but it hasn’t affected their unity. Gargano expressed his excitement about the opportunity to showcase what they are capable of as a team.
When asked about the possibility of Ciampa turning on him again, Gargano admitted that he doesn’t know what the future holds. However, he pointed out that he has also turned on Ciampa in the past, so it’s a possibility for both of them. Despite this, Gargano believes that they are currently on the same page and are determined to make their current run the best it can be.
The DIY tag team has undoubtedly left a mark on the wrestling industry, captivating fans with their chemistry and storytelling abilities. Their journey from NXT to the main roster on RAW is a testament to their hard work and dedication. As they continue to navigate their careers together, fans can expect to witness the evolution of DIY and the impact they will make in the world of professional wrestling.