On a recent edition of his “The Kurt Angle Show” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle discussed Jeff Jarrett’s guitar shots, his stint with TNA in 2008, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On wrestling often in TNA in 2008: “Okay. You know what? When I signed a deal, I signed a big ass deal. A lot of money. Okay, so there was no way that I wasn’t. I was going to be sitting at home. I was going to be at every event, every show, and I was going to be in the main event. Just about every one of them, too. I mean, when you’re the company’s name and face, you have to step up. And they were paying me a lot of money to do that, and I had to do it well. I signed a contract and I was obligated to do that. And that’s what I did.”
On his body in 2008: “My body wasn’t bad at this point in time. I mean, I was never 100% healthy, but I was always, always able to work around injuries. And I didn’t have a lot of major injuries at this time. I think my neck was a little messed up. It was not too bad, but it was bothering me a little bit. But that’s about it.”
On taking Jeff Jarrett’s guitar shot: “They don’t hurt, but they always make you bleed. They don’t. It’s really not that hard of a shot. But it’s just the wood. Just splinters. Yeah, it splinters and it just digs into your head and you end up with horrible cuts. I probably had about five stitches on my head after that night.”
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Kurt Angle Reflects on His Time in TNA and Jeff Jarrett’s Guitar Shots
In a recent episode of “The Kurt Angle Show” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle opened up about his experiences during his stint with TNA in 2008 and discussed the infamous guitar shots delivered by Jeff Jarrett. Let’s dive into some of the highlights from the podcast.
During his time in TNA, Angle wrestled frequently and was a mainstay in the main event scene. He revealed that he had signed a lucrative contract with the company, which required him to be present at every event and show. As the face of the company, Angle felt obligated to step up and deliver top-notch performances. He acknowledged the pressure that came with being the company’s name and face but embraced the challenge.
Angle also discussed his physical condition during that period. While he admitted to never being 100% healthy, he stated that his body was relatively good at the time. Despite dealing with minor injuries, such as a bothersome neck, Angle was able to work around them and continue performing at a high level.
One memorable moment from his time in TNA was when he took a guitar shot from Jeff Jarrett. Angle explained that while the shots didn’t necessarily hurt, they often resulted in bleeding due to the wooden guitar splintering upon impact. He recalled receiving about five stitches on his head after that particular incident.
The podcast episode also featured a video clip from the 2008 TNA pay-per-view event “No Surrender.” The video showcased Angle’s match and provided fans with an opportunity to relive that moment.
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Kurt Angle’s reflections on his time in TNA and his experiences with Jeff Jarrett’s guitar shots provide fans with a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of professional wrestling. It’s always fascinating to hear firsthand accounts from legendary figures like Angle, shedding light on the physical toll and dedication required to succeed in the industry.