Brian Cage EXCLUSIVE Interview| on Injury RECOVERY, AEW MISCONCEPTION, Don Callis, the FTW Title,

Описание: AEW’s Brian Cage joins Nick Teodoro on Nick Club Wrestling Happy Hour for a wide-ranging and honest conversation about his career, recovery, and life inside professional wrestling.

AEW powerhouse Brian Cage joined Nick Teodoro on Nick Club Wrestling Happy Hour for a wide-ranging conversation covering injury recovery, AEW, intergender wrestling, Don Callis, the FTW Championship, and clearing up misconceptions about himself.

🇬🇧 UK Crowds & Wrestling Energy

(0:55 – 1:07)
Brian Cage kicked things off by praising UK wrestling crowds, calling their energy unmatched and the experience “extra special” thanks to their over-the-top, creative chants.

🦵 Injury Recovery & Rehab Update

(1:21 – 2:56)
Cage gave a brutally honest update on his physical condition, revealing he’s undergone three knee surgeries in eight months. He described the rehab process as “brutal” and “extremely painful,” while stressing how committed he is to coming back stronger than ever.

🤝 Relationship with Crowbar

(3:12 – 4:31)
Brian spoke about rehabbing alongside former WCW star Crowbar, explaining that Crowbar personally offered to help after Cage suffered a quad tendon injury. The two share a long-standing bond built on trust and experience.

🔄 Adjusting Between Wrestling Companies

(4:51 – 5:33)
Cage addressed moving between different promotions, saying the in-ring work stays consistent, with the biggest adjustment being the locker room vibe and overall culture rather than wrestling itself.

🏆 The FTW Championship & Its Booking

(5:41 – 7:03)
Brian revealed the FTW Title reign came together last minute after a planned match with Jon Moxley fell through. While appreciative of the opportunity, he admitted he wished the title had been used more effectively.

💬 He suggested the FTW Title could have thrived as an “unsanctioned championship,” even being defended against unsigned or rising talent to give it a unique identity.

🧠 Working with Don Callis

(7:34 – 8:31)
Cage praised Don Callis, calling him “pretty smart with everything” and describing his approach as a hybrid of old-school psychology and modern wrestling.

⚖️ Intergender Wrestling & Tessa Blanchard

(8:51 – 12:33)
Brian discussed his intergender matches, including working with Tessa Blanchard, while clarifying his stance on the concept.

💬 “I’m actually not a huge fan of intergender wrestling either myself,” Cage admitted, explaining that for him it’s more about versatility and delivering the best possible match, regardless of opponent.

🧢 Clearing Up Misconceptions

(12:44 – 15:52)
Cage addressed some of the biggest myths about him, pushing back against the idea that he’s just a muscle guy.

💬 “I’m definitely not a meathead… I’m more of a big nerd.”
He also shut down criticism about his mic work, joking that every promo suddenly becomes “the best promo of his life” in fans’ eyes.

🗿 Brian Cage’s Wrestling Mount Rushmore

(16:07 – 19:54)
Brian revealed his personal Mount Rushmore of pro wrestling:

Shawn Michaels

AJ Styles

Chris Kanyon

Eddie Guerrero

He added that throughout his career, he’s always aimed to be a hybrid of Jericho, Kanyon, and Benoit, blending athleticism, creativity, and psychology.

🥞 Favorite Breakfast Food

(21:11 – 24:32)
At home, Cage keeps it clean with eggs and oatmeal, but when he’s cheating?