Jake “The Snake” Roberts wasn’t a big fan of his feud with Randy Savage in 1991 being cut short.
Speaking on a recent edition of “The Ten Count” podcast, the AEW talent recalled the ’91 feud the two men had and how it never led to a match on pay-per-view.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On the match not getting a big PPV blowoff: “Well, if I’d done that I’d still be with the company. When they pulled a rug on that one too, you know, it just really f**king frustrated me. Really frustrated me.”
On why the feud was ended shortly: “Randy was getting too much heat at home from his in-laws. They were going f**king psychotic for what I did to Elizabeth. So they had to kibosh the thing and get it off the air. Great, huh?”
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In the world of professional wrestling, feuds between wrestlers are a common occurrence. These feuds often create intense storylines and rivalries that captivate fans and keep them on the edge of their seats. One such feud that left fans wanting more was the rivalry between Jake “The Snake” Roberts and Randy Savage in 1991.
During a recent episode of “The Ten Count” podcast, Jake Roberts, who is currently signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW), reflected on his feud with Randy Savage and expressed his disappointment that it was cut short. The feud between the two wrestlers never culminated in a match on pay-per-view, leaving both Roberts and the fans wanting more.
Roberts revealed that if the feud had been given a big blowoff on a pay-per-view event, he believes he would have remained with the company for a longer period of time. The decision to end the feud prematurely frustrated him greatly. It is clear that Roberts had invested a lot of time and effort into building the storyline and was disappointed that it did not reach its full potential.
When asked about the reason for the feud’s abrupt ending, Roberts explained that Randy Savage was facing significant backlash from his in-laws due to the storyline involving Roberts and Savage’s real-life wife, Elizabeth. The in-laws were unhappy with the direction of the storyline and felt that it was crossing boundaries. As a result, the decision was made to end the feud and remove it from television.
Despite the feud being cut short, Jake Roberts and Randy Savage left a lasting impact on the wrestling industry. Both wrestlers were known for their charismatic personalities and in-ring abilities. Their feud showcased their storytelling skills and ability to engage audiences.
To get a glimpse of Jake Roberts’ thoughts on various wrestling topics, including Sting’s retirement and Edge winning the AEW Championship, you can watch the embedded video from the podcast.
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In conclusion, the feud between Jake Roberts and Randy Savage in 1991 was a memorable one that unfortunately did not reach its full potential. Jake Roberts expressed his frustration with the feud being cut short, citing the impact it had on his career. Despite the disappointment, both wrestlers left a lasting impact on the wrestling industry and continue to be remembered by fans today.