John Cena was a recent guest on the “Insight With Chris Van Vliet” podcast to discuss a variety of topics, including his thoughts on LA Knight’s rise in the business, Logan Paul signing with WWE, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On LA Knight: “What I want to say is he’s gifted. That’s not the right thing to say. What I should say is, man — he has worked to get his talent. Because he is the embodiment of perseverance, and hard work, and believing in himself. He has earned every inch and it was really, really fun to be in there with him.”
On Knight’s rise in the business: “I got to see him mature just in the short time I was there. To see the way he worked [when Cena was his referee], to the philosophy in the tag match, and then to watch his matches after that, I could see him gain confidence even in that short period of time. That’s what gets me to the edge of my seat.”
On Logan Paul coming into WWE: “So I actually told him, I’m like, ‘The old me would have hated it.’ And the old me would have been like, ‘What are you trying to take from us?’ And that’s just an archaic way of thinking that I was taught, and I understand why. Old carnival business — don’t trust this guy who’s coming into our territory. That idea was archaic in the ’80s. We bring in outside influence to help us. And then you have somebody you don’t really need to convince that much [to] come on in, and then somebody who embraces our world, and is completely respectful, and risks a lot more than I would in the ring … He’s using all his talents that he’s built over the years in our universe.”
John Cena, the legendary professional wrestler and actor, recently appeared on the “Insight With Chris Van Vliet” podcast to discuss various topics related to the wrestling industry. During the interview, Cena shared his thoughts on LA Knight’s rise in the business, Logan Paul signing with WWE, and more.
When asked about LA Knight, Cena expressed admiration for his talent and work ethic. He acknowledged that Knight had earned his success through perseverance and hard work. Cena described Knight as someone who has worked tirelessly to develop his skills and become a valuable asset to the wrestling industry. Cena also mentioned that it was a great experience for him to work with Knight in the ring.
Cena further discussed Knight’s growth in the business during their time together. He observed how Knight matured and gained confidence even in the short period they spent working together. Cena highlighted the importance of seeing someone evolve and improve their craft, which he found exciting and captivating.
The conversation then shifted towards Logan Paul’s involvement with WWE. Cena admitted that his initial reaction to Paul joining the company would have been negative in the past. He explained that he used to hold an old-fashioned mindset that viewed outsiders as a threat to the wrestling business. However, Cena acknowledged that this perspective was outdated and no longer applicable in today’s world.
Cena went on to praise Paul for embracing the wrestling world and showing respect towards it. He commended Paul for taking risks and utilizing his talents within the WWE universe. Cena recognized that Paul’s involvement brought in outside influence to help enhance the product, rather than taking away from it. He appreciated Paul’s willingness to immerse himself in the wrestling industry and contribute positively to its growth.
Overall, Cena’s insights shed light on the evolving nature of the wrestling industry and its openness to collaborations with individuals from different backgrounds. His comments on LA Knight’s rise and Logan Paul’s involvement demonstrate a shift in mindset towards embracing new talent and outside influences. Cena’s perspective reflects a more inclusive and progressive approach to the wrestling business, which is essential for its continued success and relevance in the modern era.