In a recent appearance on the “Kicking Out” podcast, Skye Blue discussed her heel turn in AEW, noting that she feels more comfortable in the villainous role.
Blue said, “Yeah. It’s really been… I have never been a heel in my entire career until now and I feel very comfortable. I feel like myself and… I like it because I’m also still learning. Like, I’m learning how to portray the character better. You know what i mean? Like, I feel like I’m always learning and I’m surrounded by, like, such great people at AEW to learn from. So I just, like, feel super comfortable being able to try things and, like, get feedback and learn and keep growing. I feel like every time you’re with somebody different, whether you’re with somebody new in the ring or you just work with different people who are trained differently, you learn how each person… because, there are so many ways to do what we do, and it’s very cool to take from every little bit that you can.”
On a recent edition of the “Battleground” podcast, Josh Barnett discussed acquiring Shayna Baszler for Bloodsport X and how he has tried to get WWE names in the past.
Baszler will face Masha Slamovich at the event on April 4.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On talking to WWE about the deal: “I never thought it was impossible, just unlikely, and I’ve spoken to them in the past, around previous Bloodsports, about being able to have some access or to take advantage of some of their talent. But this is the time, so we’re very fortunate to be able to have this relationship blossom for us, and we get one of the top stars in WWE and honestly, arguably the best person to come from that company to be a part of this show in Shayna Baszler.”
On being open to other WWE names: “Yeah, we’re open to…there’s more than a handful of wrestlers in WWE that I think would be a perfect fit for this. Whatever or not that will ever happen, I don’t know. It would be cool if it does, but if it doesn’t, they’ve definitely got a place where they’re gonna have to work their a**es anyway. There’s enough to overcome in WWE for them to make their name.”
Professional wrestler Skye Blue recently discussed her transition to a heel character in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) during an appearance on the “Kicking Out” podcast. Blue expressed her comfort in portraying a villainous role and highlighted the learning opportunities that come with it.
Having never played a heel character throughout her career, Blue admitted that she feels more like herself in this new role. She appreciates the chance to learn and grow as she explores different ways to portray her character. Being surrounded by talented individuals at AEW allows her to receive valuable feedback and continue honing her skills.
Blue emphasized the importance of working with various individuals who have different training backgrounds. Each person brings a unique perspective and approach to professional wrestling, and she finds it fascinating to learn from them. With countless ways to perform in the ring, Blue values the opportunity to absorb knowledge from every experience.
In other wrestling news, Josh Barnett, a former professional wrestler and current commentator, discussed his acquisition of Shayna Baszler for Bloodsport X during an episode of the “Battleground” podcast. Barnett revealed that he had previously approached WWE about collaborating but had not been successful until now.
Baszler, a prominent WWE star, will face Masha Slamovich at the Bloodsport X event on April 4. Barnett expressed his excitement about having Baszler participate in the show, considering her one of the top stars from WWE. He praised her skills and regarded her as arguably the best talent to emerge from the company.
Barnett also expressed his openness to working with other WWE wrestlers in the future. He believes that several individuals from WWE would be a perfect fit for Bloodsport. While he acknowledges the challenges they may face in leaving WWE, Barnett believes they have the potential to establish themselves in other promotions.
The podcast episode featuring Barnett’s interview provides further insights into his thoughts on Bloodsport X, dream matches, and the future of mixed martial arts (MMA).
Overall, these recent discussions shed light on the experiences and perspectives of professional wrestlers in different promotions. It highlights the importance of embracing new roles, learning from others, and exploring opportunities for growth in the ever-evolving world of wrestling.