Shelton Benjamin, WWE star and industry veteran, recently shared an interesting story about his first encounter with Brock Lesnar. In an interview with Chris Van Vilet, Benjamin discussed Lesnar’s early wrestling career and how dominant he was even at a young age.
According to Benjamin, the meeting took place at a wrestling tournament in Fargo, where Lesnar was still in junior college. Benjamin recalled, “Of course, we’re gonna say, you know, he’s hungry. And long story short, he won the tournament because I lost a match and we would have wrestled, but he won the tournament. And he was a junior college kid and I just remember everyone who saw him was like you see that?”
Benjamin also emphasized that Lesnar has always had the physique of a superstar, stating, “There’s never been a scrawny version of Brock that I saw. From the time we saw him he was rocking it, our coach was salivating to the point where after just because he was in junior college they started they immediately started recruiting him. So I’m kind of over in the corner like you know, I’m your heavyweight and you are recruiting another heavy right in front of me. But I mean you see the guy how would you not?”
Despite their initial encounter on the wrestling mat, Benjamin and Lesnar have developed a strong friendship over the years. It’s always fascinating to hear stories about the early days of wrestling legends, especially when they involve two talented individuals like Benjamin and Lesnar.
In addition to discussing his meeting with Lesnar, Benjamin also touched on the ‘Mama Benjamin’ storyline in WWE. Interestingly, Benjamin revealed that his real-life mother was considered for the role. For more details on this intriguing revelation, you can read the full article here.
As fans, it’s always fascinating to hear behind-the-scenes stories and insights from our favorite wrestlers. Benjamin’s recollection of his first encounter with Lesnar provides a glimpse into the early days of a wrestling superstar. It’s a testament to Lesnar’s natural talent and drive that he was able to make such an impact even at a young age.
Stories like these remind us of the rich history and camaraderie within the world of professional wrestling. Benjamin and Lesnar’s friendship serves as a testament to the bonds that are formed within the industry, even amidst fierce competition.
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