On a recent edition of his “Kliq This” podcast, Kevin Nash recalled meeting Sting earlier into his career and how the Icon didn’t have much of an ego. He said,
“Him and Lex [Luger] sometimes would pick up lunches when we were on the road because they were making cash and I wasn’t. The guys that are the partiers hang out together, and the guys that go to the gym hang out together and they were the gym guys. And on top of that, when I broke into the business I trained at Lex and Steve’s gym, Main Event Fitness in Atlanta and my wife did also.
“He was our star when I was in the first time… Steve was by far the number one guy, but you would have never known it.”
On his podcast, Nash admitted that there weren’t many wild travel stories of Sting and chalked this up to the Icon being smart on the road. He said,
“He wasn’t insane by any means. He wasn’t a stupid a**, he’s always been smart, but like, he partied a little harder. He was always really smart. If he was going to have cocktails someplace, it would be at a Marriott that he was staying at.”
Sting wrestled his final match at AEW Revolution 2024. His and Darby Allin’s main event victory means the Icon ended his AEW career undefeated.
In a recent episode of the “Kliq This” podcast, wrestling legend Kevin Nash shared some interesting insights about his early encounters with fellow wrestler Sting. Nash spoke highly of Sting’s humble nature and lack of ego, recounting how Sting and Lex Luger would often pick up lunches for the rest of the crew while on the road.
Nash reminisced about his early days in the business, mentioning that he and his wife trained at Sting and Luger’s gym, Main Event Fitness in Atlanta. He acknowledged Sting as the star of the group during that time, but noted that the Icon never let his success get to his head.
According to Nash, Sting wasn’t known for wild travel stories like some of their colleagues. He attributed this to Sting’s intelligence and responsible behavior on the road. While Sting enjoyed a few cocktails, he always made sure to do so at a Marriott hotel where he was staying, demonstrating his cautious approach to partying.
Sting recently wrestled his final match at AEW Revolution 2024, teaming up with Darby Allin in a main event victory. This win not only marked the end of Sting’s AEW career but also solidified his undefeated record in the promotion.
Throughout his career, Sting has been celebrated for his iconic persona, captivating performances, and dedication to his craft. His professionalism and down-to-earth nature have earned him respect from both fans and fellow wrestlers alike. Despite achieving great success, Sting has remained grounded and focused on delivering memorable moments for wrestling enthusiasts.
As fans bid farewell to Sting’s in-ring career, they can look back on his contributions to the industry with admiration. His legacy as one of wrestling’s most beloved figures will undoubtedly endure, and his impact on future generations of wrestlers will continue to be felt.