Johnny Gargano recently appeared on the “Battleground Podcast,” where he talked about the progression of his DIY tag team with Tommaso Ciampa, which started in WWE NXT, and is now a part of the main roster on RAW.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On their original goal: “Me and Tommaso started in “NXT” like, 8 years ago at this point? And, our goal — you know, we always talked about it. Like, we loved our run in “NXT;” we wanted to stay there forever.”
On their potential: “We always talked about what would happen if #DIY was on “Monday Night Raw?” And a lot of fans wanted that too! We’ve had our ups and downs throughout the years, but it has ultimately brought us closer together. And I don’t think that there is a tag team, or a unit, that has gone through what me and Tommaso have, both on-screen and off-screen. We are closer than we’ve ever been, and we’re excited to show the world what we’re capable of. So I do feel like we are at completely different parts of our life. Literally me and Candice got married; moved to Orlando; me, Candice, Tommaso all lived together in a small apartment for probably a year. We grew together. And, here we are — we didn’t even know how long we were going to be there! I feel like we’re at such [a] different part now, because, now, I’m a dad. Tommaso’s a dad. Like, literally, it feels like it’s #Dad-IY more than #DIY. It feels like we’re at a different part of our life, and do I think he’s going to turn on me again? I don’t know. I mean, to be fair, I turned on him too! So, maybe it’s in the back of his mind more than mine. But I feel like right now we’re on the same page and we really want to use our collective forces to try and make this run the best run it possibly could be.”
Johnny Gargano Reflects on the Progression of DIY Tag Team with Tommaso Ciampa
Johnny Gargano, a professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, recently appeared on the “Battleground Podcast” to discuss the journey of his DIY tag team with Tommaso Ciampa. The duo initially gained popularity in WWE NXT and has now made their way to the main roster on RAW. Gargano shared some interesting insights about their original goals, their potential, and how their personal lives have influenced their partnership.
Gargano and Ciampa’s partnership began approximately eight years ago in NXT, and their original goal was to stay in the developmental brand forever. They both loved their time in NXT and cherished the opportunities they had there. However, as their popularity grew, they started discussing what it would be like if DIY made their way to “Monday Night Raw.” Interestingly, many fans also expressed their desire to see DIY on the main roster.
Throughout the years, Gargano and Ciampa faced various challenges and obstacles that ultimately brought them closer together. Their bond as a tag team has been tested both on-screen and off-screen. Gargano believes that no other tag team or unit has experienced what they have. They have grown together, both personally and professionally.
Gargano highlights the fact that they are now at different stages of their lives. He mentions that he and his wife Candice got married, moved to Orlando, and lived with Ciampa in a small apartment for about a year. These experiences have strengthened their friendship and partnership. Gargano also mentions that they didn’t know how long they would be in NXT, but now they find themselves in a completely different phase of life. Both Gargano and Ciampa have become fathers, leading Gargano to humorously refer to their tag team as “#Dad-IY” instead of #DIY.
Despite their history of turning on each other, Gargano believes that they are currently on the same page and want to utilize their collective forces to make their current run the best it can be. He acknowledges that Ciampa might have concerns about another betrayal, but Gargano feels that they have both moved past that and are focused on their shared goals.
The progression of DIY from NXT to the main roster on RAW is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and the support of their fans. Gargano’s insights provide a glimpse into the personal and professional growth they have experienced as a tag team. As they continue their journey on RAW, fans can expect to witness the evolution of DIY and the exciting moments they will create together.
In conclusion, Johnny Gargano’s appearance on the “Battleground Podcast” shed light on the progression of his DIY tag team with Tommaso Ciampa. Their original goal was to stay in NXT forever, but they eventually made their way to the main roster on RAW. Gargano emphasized the unique bond they share, both on-screen and off-screen, and how their personal lives have influenced their partnership. Despite their history of turning on each other, they are currently focused on utilizing their collective forces to make their current run the best it can be. The evolution of DIY is an exciting journey for both Gargano and Ciampa, as well as their fans.