The Young Bucks spoke with Sports Illustrated to promote the AEW Revolution pay-per-view event where AEW Tag Team Champions Sting & Darby Allin vs. The Young Bucks in a Tornado Tag Team Match will take place. Here are the highlights:
On the match:
“It’s a crazy rollercoaster ride we’ve been on the last 20 years,” said Nick Jackson. “I remember watching Nitro, seeing Sting come down from the rafters to attack the NWO, and how mad I’d be that he’d always beat up Hogan. So to see him still performing at a high level all these years later is amazing. For Matthew and me to be his last match means a lot. It’s the biggest match of our career, and it’s a moment I didn’t think would happen.”
“This match at Revolution, nobody is more emotional about it than my brother and me,” Matt said. “Although we usually rooted against Sting when we were kids, we always respected his game. It’s a lot of responsibility on our shoulders. Sting has had a legendary career, and it’s up to us to stick the landing. But this isn’t going to be Kobe scoring 60 points on his final night. We’re looking for a shutout. And I know Sting wouldn’t want it any other way. He mentioned us being in for the fight of our lives. We live for high pressure, high stakes, big fight feel matches. Nobody performs better in those types of situations than us. Sixty-four years of age, performing in his final match or not, we’re not going to take him lightly.”
On previously wrestling Sting:
“I was a poor, newly married man with a baby on the way when I first met Sting in TNA Wrestling in 2010,” said Matt Jackson. “We’d hold hands and pray before some of the big shows. Now I’m extremely wealthy, wildly successful, married to the same beautiful woman, and have two kids who adore me. Nicholas and I will keep the tradition alive Sunday at Revolution and say a quick prayer for Sting before our match.”
The Young Bucks Discuss Their Match Against Sting & Darby Allin at AEW Revolution
The upcoming AEW Revolution pay-per-view event is set to feature a highly anticipated match between AEW Tag Team Champions Sting & Darby Allin and The Young Bucks in a Tornado Tag Team Match. In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, The Young Bucks shared their thoughts and emotions leading up to this significant event.
Nick Jackson, one half of The Young Bucks, expressed his admiration for Sting’s longevity in the wrestling industry. He reminisced about watching Sting during his time in WCW’s Nitro, where he would descend from the rafters to attack the NWO. Jackson admitted that as a young fan, he would often get upset when Sting would beat up his favorite wrestler, Hulk Hogan. However, seeing Sting still perform at such a high level after all these years is truly remarkable for him. Being able to face Sting in what could potentially be his last match holds great significance for The Young Bucks. Nick described it as the biggest match of their career, a moment he never thought would happen.
Matt Jackson, the other half of The Young Bucks, also expressed his respect for Sting’s contributions to the wrestling industry. He acknowledged that although they used to root against Sting as kids, they always respected his skills. Matt emphasized the responsibility they feel to deliver an unforgettable performance in this match. He compared it to Kobe Bryant’s final game, where he scored 60 points, but stated that they are aiming for a shutout. Matt believes that Sting wouldn’t want it any other way and mentioned that Sting himself acknowledged that they are in for the fight of their lives. The Young Bucks thrive in high-pressure situations and are confident in their ability to perform at their best.
Interestingly, Matt Jackson shared a personal anecdote about his first encounter with Sting back in 2010 when they both wrestled for TNA Wrestling. He revealed that at the time, he was struggling financially as a newly married man with a baby on the way. However, he now finds himself in a much better place, both personally and professionally. Matt expressed his gratitude for his current success and mentioned that he and his brother will continue their tradition of praying before big matches, including their upcoming bout against Sting and Darby Allin at AEW Revolution.
The Young Bucks’ interview sheds light on their deep respect for Sting and the significance they attach to this match. As they prepare to face off against the legendary wrestler, they are fully aware of the weight on their shoulders. The Young Bucks are determined to deliver a memorable performance and prove that they can rise to the occasion in high-pressure situations. AEW Revolution promises to be an exciting event for wrestling fans, with this match serving as a highlight of the night.