During a recent appearance on the “Superstar Crossover” podcast, Damian Priest commented on his belief that Dominik Mysterio is underrated, and how people don’t see how good he is because they constantly boo him. He said,
“That’s rough. It’s hard to say ‘underrated’ when everybody’s a Superstar. You know what I mean? Like you’re in WWE because you’re part of the best. That’s how that works. I’m gonna keep it easy and biased. I’ll go with my own crew. I think Dominik is underrated. I think Dominik, people see him as the guy that’s fun to boo him. Then, he gets in the ring, and I think they’re like, ‘What, where does that come from?’ It’s like, no, he’s good. He’s really good. I think people forget that because they just know the guy that gets booed because it’s fun to boo him. You forget that he can go in the ring and he’s very talented. His improvement since he joined the Judgement Day, I mean, if you look at Dominik a week before he joined the Judgment Day, and you look at him now, it’s a completely different person. I think people forget about that part, too.“
In his most recent YouTube video, Maven commented on taking the ‘Shattered Dreams’ move from Dustin “Goldust” Runnels, which is of course a kick to the groin, and how he was prepared to take it. He said,
“I can tell you, I remember the very first time I had to take the Shattered Dreams I can remember gold dust or Dustin prepping me during the day exactly what to do and how to take this move. You’re, in essence, sitting on the turnbuckle and when he comes in, rares back, and delivers the kick, the sheer viciousness of this move is actually in Dustin’s approach, it’s in how he sets you up. It’s in how you look helpless sitting there, like you’re just filleted wide open just waiting to be kicked in the family jewels, but once Dustin delivers the kick he actually kicks by the bottom of the turnbuckle. I’m not gonna say you don’t feel anything, you do. You feel something but nothing, and I mean nothing, compared to if he were to kick you that hard without hitting the turnbuckle first. More than anything, you’re feeling the vibration of it. Of course, he’s a professional, he knows exactly how to administer a kick to the marbles without separating the marbles.”
In the world of professional wrestling, there are often misconceptions about certain wrestlers and their abilities. Two wrestlers who have recently been discussed in this context are Dominik Mysterio and Damian Priest. Both wrestlers have faced criticism and underestimation from fans, but their fellow wrestlers have a different perspective.
Damian Priest, in a recent appearance on the “Superstar Crossover” podcast, expressed his belief that Dominik Mysterio is underrated. He acknowledged that it may be hard to use the term “underrated” in a company like WWE, where all wrestlers are considered superstars. However, Priest believes that people often overlook Dominik’s skills because they enjoy booing him. According to Priest, when Dominik steps into the ring, fans are surprised by his talent and forget about his ability to perform at a high level. He also highlighted Dominik’s significant improvement since joining the Judgment Day, emphasizing that he has become a completely different wrestler.
Maven, another wrestler, recently shared his experience of taking the “Shattered Dreams” move from Dustin “Goldust” Runnels in one of his YouTube videos. The move involves a kick to the groin, and Maven explained how he was prepared for it. He mentioned that Dustin took the time to instruct him on how to properly take the move. Maven described the move as being vicious, but he emphasized that Dustin’s approach and setup were crucial in making it safe for the recipient. By kicking the bottom of the turnbuckle before making contact, Dustin minimized the impact and ensured that the receiver would not experience severe pain or injury.
These anecdotes shed light on the behind-the-scenes aspects of professional wrestling and challenge common misconceptions. They demonstrate that wrestlers like Dominik Mysterio and moves like the “Shattered Dreams” require skill, preparation, and careful execution. It is important for fans to recognize and appreciate the talent and dedication of these wrestlers, rather than solely focusing on their character or the spectacle of the moves they perform.
In conclusion, the comments made by Damian Priest and Maven provide valuable insights into the underrated abilities of Dominik Mysterio and the careful execution of moves like the “Shattered Dreams.” These anecdotes serve as a reminder that professional wrestling is a combination of athleticism, showmanship, and skill, and it is essential for fans to appreciate the hard work and talent that goes into creating an entertaining and safe wrestling experience.