On a recent edition of his “Everybody’s Got A Pod” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr. discussed working with the Nasty Boyz, Royal Rumble payoffs, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On adjusting to the brawling style of the Nasty Boyz: “You gotta do what they can do. But by the same token, it’s kind of like — if two guys that are just brawlers are working with two guys that are, they can wrestle some, then I guess there’s a fine line in there. I mean, I’m not going to give up being a wrestler to just go like crazy and just do stupid stuff.”
On whether it was frustrating working with the Nasty Boyz: “It worked out real well. Because those guys were respectful, and they listened. Being the heels, we called it all, and they — yeah, they were, they understood. Plus, Mike and I are both, I think, a little older than them.”
On getting paid less for working the Royal Rumble Match rather than working a regular match at the event: “Well, yeah. I mean, because you’re gonna — everybody gets paid for the Rumble. And everybody that is in the Rumble and also has match, they should get a little more. Yeah [there are a lot of rest moments], but the other aspect of that is, who the last guys in the ring. You know, that means a lot.”
In a recent episode of his podcast, “Everybody’s Got A Pod,” WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr. shared some interesting insights about his experiences working with the Nasty Boyz, the pay structure for the Royal Rumble match, and more.
One of the topics discussed was how DiBiase adjusted to the brawling style of the Nasty Boyz. He emphasized the importance of adapting to his opponents’ abilities while still maintaining his own wrestling style. DiBiase acknowledged that there is a fine line between incorporating their brawling style and compromising his own skills. He mentioned that he wouldn’t abandon his wrestling techniques just to engage in reckless behavior.
When asked if it was frustrating to work with the Nasty Boyz, DiBiase expressed that it actually worked out well. He praised the Nasty Boyz for their respectfulness and willingness to listen. As the heels in the match, DiBiase and his partner called the shots, and he appreciated that the Nasty Boyz understood their roles. Additionally, DiBiase mentioned that he and his partner were slightly older than the Nasty Boyz, which may have contributed to their ability to work together effectively.
Another interesting topic discussed was the pay structure for the Royal Rumble match. DiBiase revealed that wrestlers received less pay for participating in the Royal Rumble compared to a regular match at the event. However, he explained that everyone involved in the Rumble received compensation. DiBiase also mentioned that those who were in both the Rumble match and another regular match on the card should receive slightly higher pay. He highlighted the significance of being one of the last wrestlers remaining in the ring during the Rumble, as it holds great importance and can impact a wrestler’s career.
Overall, Ted DiBiase Sr.’s podcast provided fans with valuable insights into his experiences working with the Nasty Boyz and shed light on the pay structure for the Royal Rumble match. His comments highlighted the importance of adapting to different wrestling styles, maintaining respect in the industry, and understanding the financial aspects of professional wrestling events.