During an interview with Busted Open Radio, Kurt Angle recently discussed his tenure in TNA Wrestling.
He shared why he feels his performances there were better than his time in WWE. Angle was part of TNA from 2006 to 2016. He said,
“I consider my work in TNA better than my work in WWE as well. And the reason is I kind of came into my own. I was really…I started out in pro wrestling, I only trained for 7 months before I went on television. That’s a very short period of time. And I was getting better and better. My first two years I was in the ring, I was following the wrestler that would talk me through the matches. I started getting better and better, and I became this great follower that I could start leading matches. I’d say I became my best about 7 years into the business, and that’s when I went to TNA. I had some great matches with AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, Sting, Jeff Jarrett, Abyss, Bobby Roode; a lot of great talents that I got to work with that I was very honored to go up against them in TNA. And I’m very proud of the career I had.“
Kurt Angle Reflects on His Tenure in TNA Wrestling
In a recent interview with Busted Open Radio, legendary professional wrestler Kurt Angle opened up about his time in TNA Wrestling and why he believes his performances there were better than his tenure in WWE. Angle, who was a part of TNA from 2006 to 2016, shared his thoughts on his growth as a wrestler and the opportunities he had in TNA.
Angle began by acknowledging that he considers his work in TNA to be superior to his work in WWE. He attributed this to the fact that he truly came into his own during his time in TNA. When he first entered the world of professional wrestling, Angle had only trained for seven months before making his television debut. This relatively short training period meant that he had a lot to learn and improve upon.
During his first two years in the ring, Angle relied heavily on more experienced wrestlers to guide him through matches. However, as time went on, he started to develop his skills and became a great follower, capable of leading matches himself. According to Angle, it was around the seven-year mark in his career that he reached his peak and joined TNA.
One of the aspects Angle cherished most about his time in TNA was the opportunity to work with some of the industry’s greatest talents. He mentioned names like AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, Sting, Jeff Jarrett, Abyss, and Bobby Roode as individuals he had the privilege of facing in the ring. Angle expressed his deep respect for these wrestlers and how honored he felt to have shared the squared circle with them.
Throughout his tenure in TNA, Angle had numerous memorable matches that showcased his skills and solidified his status as one of the best in the business. His encounters with AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Bobby Roode, among others, were particularly noteworthy and left a lasting impact on both fans and critics alike.
Reflecting on his career, Angle expressed immense pride in the accomplishments he achieved during his time in TNA. He believes that his work in the company allowed him to showcase his abilities to their fullest extent and cemented his legacy as one of the all-time greats in professional wrestling.
In conclusion, Kurt Angle’s tenure in TNA Wrestling provided him with the opportunity to grow as a wrestler and deliver performances that he considers to be superior to his time in WWE. The chance to work with exceptional talents and the freedom to lead matches allowed Angle to reach his peak and leave a lasting impact on the industry. His career in TNA is a testament to his dedication and passion for professional wrestling.