On a recent edition of the “Insight” podcast, Baron Corbin discussed the origins of his End of Days finisher.
According to Corbin, the move was birthed during a freeform sparring session with Sami Callihan at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, FL.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On how the finisher first manifested: “At the Performance Center, we have a crash pad ring. You can go in there and try things. A kid named Sami Callihan, I was playing around with him in the ring, and he does this thing where he springs off the bottom rope and catches you for a DDT. And I was just messing with him, and he jumped, and I caught him, and I did the End of Days on him. We both sat up and looked at each other and said, ‘Wait a second. What was that?’”
On using it as his signature: “It was a complete accident, and it’s just been something that’s really kinda put me on the map. It’s a cool, unique, first-time ever seeing this finish, finish. And I protected it with every bit of my might.”
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Baron Corbin Reveals Origins of His Signature Move, the End of Days
Baron Corbin, a professional wrestler known for his imposing presence and unique moveset, recently shared the story behind the creation of his signature move, the End of Days. In a podcast interview called “Insight,” Corbin shed light on how this powerful finishing move came to be.
According to Corbin, the genesis of the End of Days can be traced back to a freeform sparring session at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. During this session, Corbin found himself playfully grappling with fellow wrestler Sami Callihan. It was during this exchange that the unexpected happened.
Corbin described the moment, saying, “A kid named Sami Callihan, I was playing around with him in the ring, and he does this thing where he springs off the bottom rope and catches you for a DDT. And I was just messing with him, and he jumped, and I caught him, and I did the End of Days on him. We both sat up and looked at each other and said, ‘Wait a second. What was that?’”
This impromptu move caught both wrestlers by surprise and sparked their curiosity. Recognizing its potential, Corbin decided to incorporate it into his repertoire. Little did he know that this accidental move would become one of his defining moments in the ring.
Since then, the End of Days has become Corbin’s go-to finisher. It has helped him gain recognition and establish himself as a formidable force in the wrestling world. The move involves Corbin catching his opponent mid-air and forcefully driving them face-first into the mat, leaving them incapacitated and vulnerable to a pinfall.
Corbin expressed his gratitude for stumbling upon such a unique finisher, stating, “It was a complete accident, and it’s just been something that’s really kinda put me on the map. It’s a cool, unique, first-time ever seeing this finish, finish. And I protected it with every bit of my might.”
Protecting the move refers to Corbin’s commitment to making it look devastating and ensuring that it remains a rare sight in professional wrestling. By doing so, he maintains the move’s impact and keeps the audience eagerly anticipating its execution.
Baron Corbin’s End of Days has undoubtedly become one of the most captivating finishers in the wrestling industry. Its origin story adds an intriguing layer to the move, showcasing the creativity and spontaneity that can arise during training sessions. As fans continue to witness Corbin’s dominance in the ring, they can appreciate the accidental discovery that has become his signature move.
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