The Undertaker believes tour buses are giving WWE Superstars longer careers.
On the most edition of his “Six Feet Under” podcast, the WWE Hall of Famer commented on whether the talent still gathers in the locker room, why tour buses have made it easier for talent to take care of themselves, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On if talent still gathers in the locker room: “There’s a lot of talent buses, you got crew buses. Hell, there’s 30 semis full of their sets… I don’t think so. I mean, why would you, really? Yeah, I mean, there is something to camaraderie and all of that.”
On his own time on tour busses: “I would have had higher quality matches, I would have I think I mean, even I lasted for as long as I did. I think I might have even lasted longer if I had been able to take that kind of care of myself. The struggle for me those last seven-eight years, it was just health. There was nothing really that happened or could happen that I didn’t feel I had a grasp on how to handle it or how to make it work. That part was second nature at that point, but physically trying to perform and keep myself at a level where I could perform… If I got on the bus sooner, and maybe slept a few more nights in the 90s? [joking] Hell, I might be still wrestling right now. Yeah, at a high level. It would have helped, but the 90s, I started in a hole.”
The Undertaker, a legendary figure in the world of professional wrestling, recently shared his thoughts on how tour buses have contributed to WWE Superstars having longer careers. In his podcast, “Six Feet Under,” the WWE Hall of Famer discussed the impact of tour buses on the well-being of wrestlers and the importance of taking care of oneself in the demanding industry.
One of the topics The Undertaker touched upon was whether talent still gathers in the locker room. He mentioned that nowadays, there are numerous talent buses and crew buses, along with 30 semis filled with sets. With such arrangements in place, he believes that the traditional gathering in the locker room has become less common. However, he acknowledged the value of camaraderie and the sense of community that comes with it.
Reflecting on his own experience, The Undertaker expressed how tour buses could have positively influenced his career. He believes that if he had been able to take better care of himself, he could have had higher quality matches and potentially extended his wrestling career even further. The Undertaker admitted that his health was a significant challenge during his last seven to eight years in the ring. While he felt confident in handling any situation that arose, maintaining physical performance and staying at a level where he could perform became increasingly difficult. He humorously speculated that if he had started using tour buses earlier and gotten more sleep in the 90s, he might still be wrestling at a high level today.
Tour buses provide WWE Superstars with a comfortable and convenient mode of transportation while on the road. They offer a space for wrestlers to rest, recover, and take care of their bodies during grueling tours. The Undertaker’s comments shed light on the importance of self-care and how tour buses have made it easier for wrestlers to prioritize their well-being.
In conclusion, The Undertaker’s insights on tour buses and their impact on WWE Superstars’ careers provide a valuable perspective on the evolving dynamics of the wrestling industry. As the demands of the profession continue to increase, it is crucial for wrestlers to find ways to take care of themselves and ensure longevity in their careers. Tour buses have emerged as a significant factor in this regard, offering wrestlers the opportunity to rest and recover while on the road. The Undertaker’s own experiences serve as a testament to the benefits that tour buses can provide, potentially extending the careers of talented individuals in the world of professional wrestling.