Finn Balor praises NXT.
Whenever an established wrestler signs with WWE, there is always debate and conversation surrounding the company's decision to either send them to NXT or the main roster.
After signing with the promotion in 2014, Finn Balor started with NXT, allowing him to quickly establish himself as a founding pillar of the brand.
While chatting with The Ringer for a new interview, Finn Balor praised the brand, saying it benefitted his longevity in wrestling.
"Like everyone else, there were nerves. You’re walking into a new job. New bosses, new colleagues, new opponents, new fans, new people you have to impress and show out in front of, new countries, new company, new ring, new TV channel, everything was new. There was a huge adjustment phase for me. A lot of people were saying at the time, ‘Finn should’ve gone straight to Raw or SmackDown.’ For me, I felt it was hugely beneficial for my career, especially my longevity, by having to go to NXT and learn under the likes of Matt Bloom, Terry Taylor, Norman Smiley. These guys taught me stuff that I still use in the ring today. If I had continued wrestling the Japanese style that I was wrestling at the time, maybe I wouldn’t be sitting here today. I’d be a lot more beat up."
Elsewhere in the interview, Finn Balor talked about the usage of his "Demon" character in WWE. His full comments on the topic can be found by clicking here.
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