On a recent edition of his “Grilling JR” podcast, AEW broadcaster Jim Ross stated that Christian Cage’s physique and size held him back from becoming a bigger star in WWE.
Ross then weighed in on Cage’s current run as the TNT Champion, calling the 50-year-old wrestler one of the best heels in the industry today.
He said, “His size [and] look didn’t do him any favors at certain points in his career. I know that my belief is that McMahon did not push him more because he didn’t like Christian’s look. It didn’t sell. It wasn’t the ‘wow factor.’ He wasn’t the guy, except for his hair, that could walk through an airport and be noticed. He fit in. Edge, being 6’4, stood out. So, yeah. Size had a big issue there, at times. He’s passed it now, thank God, for AEW. That’s why he’s one of the best heels in the friggin’ business.”
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In a recent episode of his podcast “Grilling JR,” AEW broadcaster Jim Ross discussed the career of wrestler Christian Cage and how his physique and size may have hindered his success in WWE. Ross also praised Cage’s current run as the TNT Champion and called him one of the best heels in the industry today.
According to Ross, Christian Cage’s size and look didn’t work in his favor at certain points in his career. He believes that WWE Chairman Vince McMahon didn’t push Cage more because he didn’t like his appearance. Cage’s look didn’t have the “wow factor” that McMahon typically looks for in a top star. Unlike his tag team partner Edge, who stood out at 6’4″, Cage didn’t have the same physical presence that would make him noticeable in a crowd or at an airport.
However, Ross also acknowledged that Cage has overcome these obstacles and found success in AEW. As the current TNT Champion, Cage has proven himself to be one of the best heels in the business. His age, 50 years old, hasn’t held him back either, as he continues to deliver compelling performances in the ring.
The podcast episode featuring Ross’s comments on Christian Cage can be found on YouTube. Ross’s insights provide a behind-the-scenes perspective on the wrestling industry and shed light on the factors that can impact a wrestler’s career trajectory.
Overall, Ross’s comments highlight the importance of physical appearance in professional wrestling and how it can influence a wrestler’s opportunities for success. While Christian Cage may not have fit the traditional mold of a top star in WWE, he has found a new home in AEW where his talents are being recognized and appreciated.
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