6 Stories of Respect in Wrestling

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Respect in wrestling goes way deeper than storytelling, athleticism, and showmanship. There’s a special exchange of respect in that ring and behind that curtain when it becomes warranted.

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1. Tommy Dreamer on Edge

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2. Sami Zayn on Cesaro

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Kevin Owens: "[Juice Robinson] is probably the best guy we [had] here that [wasn’t] prominently featured on NXT, for whatever reason."

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4. Ken Anderson on Drake Maverick

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5. Eric Young on Jeremy Borash

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6 Stories of Respect in Wrestling

Friendships Outside the Ring

Respect in wrestling goes way deeper than storytelling, athleticism, and showmanship. There’s a special exchange of respect in that ring and behind that curtain when it becomes warranted.

1. Tommy Dreamer on Edge

Tommy Dreamer: "Having Edge at my show was important to me because he’s one of my closest friends, and it was his first event after leaving WWE. And what impressed me the most was him watching the show, helping guys, and talking to them."

2. Sami Zayn on Cesaro

Sami Zayn: "I think it’s very admirable on his part [that Cesaro wrestled in both NXT and on the main roster]. It sends a message, and it was actually a smart thing to do in the end."

Kevin Owens: "[Juice Robinson] is probably the best guy we [had] here that [wasn’t] prominently featured on NXT, for whatever reason."

3. Kevin Owens on Juice Robinson

4. Ken Anderson on Drake Maverick

Ken Anderson: "[Drake Maverick] is one of my favorite guys right now. He’s so passionate about the business."

5. Eric Young on Jeremy Borash

Eric Young: "Jeremy Borash is probably one of the most talented people I’ve ever met. He can be an in-ring announcer. He’s just as good as Michael Buffer or any of those guys."

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