Booker T gave his thoughts on various topics on the latest edition of his “Hall Of Fame” podcast.
During the podcast, the WWE Hall of Famer talked about Sami Zayn winning the Gauntlet Match on Monday’s episode of WWE RAW to earn a shot at Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER at WrestleMania 40.
Booker T said that Zayn was legitimately upset with fans wanting Chad Gable to win instead. He said,
“I talked to Sami Zayn actually on Tuesday morning. We were flying to Orlando and we were sitting next to each other on the plane. And I swear, the same thing like you just said, so many people was pulling for Chad Gable in that match and Sami, I said, ‘Man, you know, what a match, man.’ I said, ‘What a match! You’re gonna look back on this one day and say that was the one, that was the one that catapulted me to the next level, that was the one that put me in the light and let people see exactly what I can do.’”
He continued, “He was so literally upset about the online heat that he got from the fans. He’s like, ‘Man, I thought the fans love me. And then next thing you know, I see all this stuff.’ I say, ‘Man, you can’t listen to that white noise. You gotta think about how great that match was, and you’re gonna look back on it one day and say: ‘Man, that was some really, really good work that I did.’ But he still, like I said, was feeling that heat. He let someone down just because the fans didn’t think the match was as good as, you know. I thought it was.”
In a recent episode of his “Hall of Fame” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Booker T shared his thoughts on various topics, including Sami Zayn’s recent win in the Gauntlet Match on WWE RAW. Zayn’s victory earned him a shot at Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER at WrestleMania 40.
During the podcast, Booker T revealed that Zayn was genuinely upset with the fans’ reaction to his win. Many fans were rooting for Chad Gable instead, which disappointed Zayn. Booker T recounted a conversation he had with Zayn on their flight to Orlando, where they discussed the match and its significance.
Booker T expressed his admiration for the match and told Zayn that it could be a turning point in his career. He encouraged Zayn to look back on the match one day and recognize it as the moment that propelled him to the next level and showcased his abilities to a wider audience.
However, despite Booker T’s positive perspective, Zayn was still affected by the negative online feedback he received from fans. He expressed his disappointment, saying that he thought the fans loved him but was disheartened to see the backlash. Booker T advised Zayn not to pay attention to the criticism and focus on the quality of his performance.
Booker T reminded Zayn that he should be proud of the work he put into the match and not let the opinions of others overshadow his accomplishments. He emphasized that the match was indeed excellent and that Zayn should remember it as a significant achievement in his career.
The podcast episode also featured other discussions, including Booker T’s thoughts on the Hall of Fame class, WWE news, and AEW news. The episode provides fans with an inside look into the mindset of a wrestling legend and offers valuable insights into the industry.
Overall, Booker T’s comments shed light on the emotional impact that fan reactions can have on wrestlers. It serves as a reminder that performers, despite their success, are still vulnerable to criticism and that it is essential for them to focus on their own growth and achievements rather than seeking validation from others.
To listen to the full podcast episode, viewers can watch the embedded video above.