WWE NXT Women’s Champion Becky Lynch believes that her TV debut was worse than the infamous arrival in WCW of The Shockmaster.
During the June 26, 2014, episode of WWE NXT, Lynch debuted with a character that played up her Irish background, complete with green attire and Irish jig.
Speaking with Chris Van Vliet of “Insight,” Lynch explained why she considers her debut to be worse than The Shockmaster falling over in WCW. She said,
“That is…I would put that over Shockmaster in terms of shameful debuts. He just fell over. He fell over. Okay, fine, that sucks. I went out, I was committed to that. The difference is, he didn’t intend to fall over. I intended to go out there and do an Irish jig like that and thought that I was worthy on being on WWE television. That happened.
“There is always a catalyst for change. You just have to figure out what it is. Winning a match can be a catalyst for change. Losing can be a catalyst for change. You just sometimes need the right story, right antagonist or protagonist, depending on what way you’re going to go. That’s the fun thing about wrestling. We can do anything.
“You can go from being a stupid, silly, Irish dancing clown to being the man of the business, main eventing WrestleMania holding two titles over your head. That’s the thing about life, you don’t have to be stuck as the person you were or with the things you did. You can move on and learn from your mistakes and hope you never go back there. I will never go back in that green attire doing an Irish dance.”
Lynch will defend the NXT Women’s Championship against Tiffany Stratton this weekend at WWE NXT No Mercy.
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Becky Lynch Reflects on Her Infamous WWE NXT Debut
WWE NXT Women’s Champion Becky Lynch recently opened up about her TV debut and compared it to the infamous arrival of The Shockmaster in WCW. Lynch believes that her debut was even worse than The Shockmaster’s fall.
During the June 26, 2014, episode of WWE NXT, Lynch made her first appearance with a character that emphasized her Irish background. She wore green attire and performed an Irish jig as part of her entrance.
In a conversation with Chris Van Vliet on Insight, Lynch explained why she considers her debut to be more shameful than The Shockmaster’s. She said, “That is… I would put that over Shockmaster in terms of shameful debuts. He just fell over. He fell over. Okay, fine, that sucks. I went out, I was committed to that. The difference is, he didn’t intend to fall over. I intended to go out there and do an Irish jig like that and thought that I was worthy of being on WWE television. That happened.”
Lynch’s perspective on her debut sheds light on the mindset of a performer who takes pride in their work and wants to make a strong impression from the start. Despite the initial setback, Lynch has since become one of the most popular and successful female wrestlers in WWE history.
The Irish Lass Kicker also discussed the concept of catalysts for change in wrestling and life in general. She mentioned that winning or losing a match can be a catalyst for change, but sometimes it requires the right story, antagonist, or protagonist to push the narrative forward. Lynch highlighted the versatility of wrestling as a medium, where performers can evolve and transform their characters over time.
Lynch’s journey from a “stupid, silly, Irish dancing clown” to becoming “The Man” and main eventing WrestleMania while holding two titles exemplifies the potential for growth and transformation in both wrestling and life. She emphasized the importance of learning from past mistakes and never reverting to previous versions of oneself.
Currently, Lynch is set to defend her NXT Women’s Championship against Tiffany Stratton at WWE NXT No Mercy. This match will be another opportunity for Lynch to showcase her skills and further solidify her status as one of the top female wrestlers in the industry.
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In conclusion, Becky Lynch’s reflection on her infamous WWE NXT debut provides insight into the mindset of a performer striving for success. Despite the initial setback, Lynch’s journey serves as a testament to the transformative power of wrestling and the ability to overcome past mistakes. Her story serves as inspiration for aspiring wrestlers and individuals looking to grow and evolve in their own lives.