AKIRA wants that Nike check.
Wrestling sponsorships have become more frequent over the years, with a promotion like WWE partnering with brands like Takis, Snickers, Skittles, Slim Jim, and Mike's Hard Lemonade.
On the other hand, AEW will often promote brands that are under the Warner Bros. umbrella like Game Of Thrones and Ricky and Morty.
While chatting with Jeremy Lambert and Joel Pearl of Fightful Overbooked's In The Weeds podcast for a new interview, AKIRA showed off a scar on his side that happens to look exactly like a Nike logo. The former MLW Middleweight Champion explained how he got the scar and said that he's pushing for a Nike sponsorship.
"When I wrestled at RPW in November, the day before Bloodsport, the reason I had to pull out is because I got an injury in that match and they thought that I pierced one of my kidneys. It was a very crazy accident. I now have a big ol’ Nike logo. I’m still trying to push for Nike to sponsor me so I can live the good life. Nike, I literally have the logo (on my side). You don’t have to get it done. It’s already official. I’m seen all over the world. Just $5000. I’m not asking for a lot. You have $5000. What you don’t pay the children to make the shoes, you can give to me. LeBron, help me out. Maybe give me my own customs. Glass Shatter Nike shoes. I’m printing money here. Shatter glass design in different colors. Nike, come on."
Fans can check out Fightful Overbooked's full interview with AKIRA in the video linked at the top of this article.
MLW Battle Riot VII will take place in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, April 5. The show will stream for free on the promotion's YouTube channel.
