Rolling Stone has published a new interview with WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin to hype his exclusive interview with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon tonight after RAW live on the WWE Network.
Here are some highlights of what he said about:
Sting’s WWE Debut at Survivor Series:
“The face-to-face with him and Triple H, they just let it build and build. Triple H tried to sell the big right hand, block, there’s the kick and the damage is done, then he hits his finish. I loved it. I’m a fan of good stuff inside the squared circle and it was a good story. The Authority had really built how they needed to win that night in a really long-winded promo by Stephanie McMahon and Triple H. They were setting the table for Sting. All of the guys in that match worked their asses off, and I really enjoyed the work between Seth Rollins and Dolph Ziggler as they went into the finish.”
What He’d Like To See Incorporated Into The WWE Product:
“People go into that arena and they know the fix is in. They know what pro wrestling or sports entertainment is. That being said, they want it executed to the highest level so that they can suspend their disbelief and buy in, and so in a world of make believe you make people believe in you. It’s as real as it can be. It’s not about trying to relive the Attitude Era, it’s not about putting up middle fingers or using four-letter words, it’s about creating a character that people can buy into and believe. Someone they either love or hate, but they’re emotionally invested in. That’s what I would like to see. ”
Working On His Own Private Label Beer Brand:
“I can’t really announce anything yet but we’re working on the paperwork right now. I’m also working on another lifestyle-orientated thing that I’m excited about too, but since you brought the beer up, I’m anticipating getting everything finalized so I can get in the tasting room, come up with the formula and create the beer. It’s almost a done deal.”
There’s much more to the interview, including Steve Austin’s thoughts on NXT, which (if any) current WWE Superstars remind him of the “Stone Cold” character and if he thinks Hulk Hogan is serious about wanting to wrestle again. Check it out at RollingStone.com.