Maxxine Dupri was booed heavily at a recent WWE live event, and the video went viral on social media.
It drew reactions from Rhea Ripley, Zelina Vega, and others, who pointed out that Dupri was still learning and should be respected.
In a recent appearance on the “Lightweights” podcast, Dupri commented on whether the unfortunate incident has put her under serious scrutiny since she is being trained on the main roster.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On learning while on the main roster & and if she’s under more scrutiny “I think yes and no. I think at times, people have really given me a lot of grace because I’m learning on live TV, and thankfully, with my character, that’s been said, so people are aware that these are my first reps. My first time performing in front of a crowd have been on Monday Night Raw. So I think on that level, people have given me a lot of grace. I think on the other hand, and maybe this is in my head, this is just how l feel, I feel like we have so many talented women. Not only on SmackDown, Raw, but NXT, developmental, people wrestling on the independent scene. So I think there’s also this level of, ‘Okay, so this girl’s getting a shot who maybe is or is not quite as ready as people feel I should be.’ So I think that adds a level of scrutiny. But I think for me, it’s an added level of pressure, but it’s also, I want to make those people proud that aren’t getting an opportunity. I’m so grateful for every opportunity. I’m grateful to be thrown into the deep end. Obviously, it’s scary, and obviously, it sucks when you get scrutiny for things where it’s like, I really am doing my best, I’m training as hard as I can, I’m trying to get better every time. But I’m not perfect. I am human, and this is my first time doing this stuff, so there is gonna be times where I do things that people aren’t gonna love, or that I’m not gonna love when I watch back. Believe me, I’m watching it back too, like why did I do that? I don’t know. [Laughs] I’m trying to figure it out, like I get it. So I do think it adds that level of scrutiny, but I also think I’m a perfectionist, I’m a people-pleaser, so it’s just hard for me sometimes. I want to be better than anyone could ever could imagine I could be.”
On how much time she’s getting in the ring: “I’ve always been spending a lot of time in the ring. So yes, consistently. I train with Chad Gable as much as I can. Obviously, he lives in a different state. So any time that I’m able to get in the ring with him before TV on Mondays, I always will. That’s been a game-changer for me. He’s so kind to spend his time doing that, he does not have to do that. So I’m really, really appreciative that he takes the time to do that. Then I go to the Performance Center during the week, and I’ll train with the girls that are in the developmental. I’ll go with Indi sometimes, and Candice, Nia, anyone I can go with, Chelsea. I love the opportunity to learn from any of them because I’m always like, ‘I need it. Someone come with me and help me, please.’”
Maxxine Dupri, a rising star in the world of professional wrestling, recently faced heavy criticism and boos from the crowd at a WWE live event. The incident was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media platforms. However, fellow wrestlers such as Rhea Ripley and Zelina Vega came to her defense, emphasizing that Dupri is still learning and deserves respect.
In a recent appearance on the “Lightweights” podcast, Dupri addressed the incident and discussed whether it has put her under intense scrutiny, considering she is being trained on the main roster. She acknowledged that there is a certain level of scrutiny, but also expressed gratitude for the grace she has received from fans and colleagues due to her character being portrayed as a rookie. Dupri highlighted that her first experiences performing in front of a live audience have been on Monday Night Raw, which adds an additional layer of pressure.
Dupri also acknowledged the abundance of talented women in WWE, including those on SmackDown, Raw, NXT, and the independent wrestling scene. She recognized that some may question why she is getting an opportunity when there are other women who may be more ready. However, she sees it as an opportunity to make those who aren’t getting a chance proud and is determined to prove herself. Dupri admitted that she is not perfect and is constantly learning and improving with each performance.
When asked about her training regimen, Dupri revealed that she spends a significant amount of time in the ring. She mentioned training with Chad Gable whenever possible, even though he lives in a different state. She expressed gratitude for his willingness to help her and acknowledged that it has been a game-changer for her development. Additionally, Dupri mentioned training at the Performance Center during the week with other wrestlers in developmental, such as Indi, Candice, Nia, and Chelsea. She values the opportunity to learn from them and constantly seeks their guidance to improve her skills.
The interview provided insight into Dupri’s mindset and dedication to her craft. Despite the scrutiny and pressure she faces, she remains focused on becoming the best wrestler she can be. Dupri’s commitment to learning and her appreciation for the opportunities she has been given demonstrate her determination to succeed in the highly competitive world of professional wrestling.
Overall, Maxxine Dupri’s recent experience at the WWE live event and subsequent interview shed light on the challenges faced by newcomers in the industry. It serves as a reminder that even those training on the main roster still have much to learn and deserve support and respect as they navigate their way through their early performances.