For the second week in WWE’s Uncooked run on Netflix the corporate wanted to maintain the momentum going. They did simply that with the January 13 episode seeing the debut of Penta. One of many firm’s most fun signings in current reminiscence. The masked lucha star who lives by a code of “Cero Miedo” (No Concern).
His recognition crossed over when San Francisco 49ers tight finish George Kittle adopted Penta’s hand gesture as a part of a victory celebration. Penta, who was contemporary off a run in All Elite Wrestling, made an enormous first impression with the viewers and has been on a roll ever since.
Penta entered his first Royal Rumble on February 1, kicking off the 30-man over-the-top rope elimination match towards Rey Mysterio and lasting greater than 42 minutes. We caught up with the brand new famous person on Monday nights to speak about his transfer to WWE.
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What did debuting on Uncooked on Netflix imply to you?
Penta: I had combined feelings and emotions as a result of my household was there. My little lady was crying once I was within the locker room. So when my music hit, I forgot about every little thing once I went to the ring. Chad Gable is among the finest wrestlers on the planet. I feel it was the perfect opening for me. After the match, it was positively a turning level in my profession.
How was it having the ability to speak to specific your self with a fairly emotional promo? That’s one thing you didn’t actually get an opportunity to do a lot of.
That is the actual factor. Within the ring I communicate from the guts, my soul.
What was the most important a part of your transition to WWE?
My course of earlier than right here was very laborious. I need to do the perfect for WWE.
Have you ever leaned on Rey Mysterio in any respect?
Not likely. He has solely impressed me all through my profession and private life. He’s my pal. I really like Rey, however I don’t need to be the subsequent Rey Mysterio. I need to be the primary Penta.
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There was a time the place you had been each on Lucha Underground. What did you are taking from that have?
A lot. When Lucha Underground began, it was the youthful Penta. It was loopy Penta. Extra intense and violent. Now this Penta I feel advanced to this totally different type. Penta is aggressive however extra critical on the similar time as a result of WWE has a method. I really like this type. Right here I’ll join with the actual Penta.
How do you evaluate this locker room from others you’ve been in?
I like this locker room so much. Everybody right here is joyful. Everyone seems to be skilled.
Discuss your presentation and the way a lot freedom you might have creatively.
My entrance for WWE was one hundred percent Triple H’s thought. I’m so proud as a result of the boss takes the time for my entrance. I need to thanks Triple H.
Do you might have a dream WrestleMania match?
I desire step-by-step. Why not [John] Cena? Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, [CM] Punk, Cody [Rhodes]. I need everybody.
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