While Rey Mysterio vs. Logan Paul has been announced for the upcoming WWE Crown Jewel pay-per-view event, the leader of the LWO gives credit to his opponent for earning the respect of the WWE locker room.
During a recent appearance on “The MMA Hour,” the Master of the 619 opined on Logan Paul calling him out, how Paul has earned the respect of the locker room, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On Paul earning the respect of the locker room: “The buzz was a little standoffish and cold [toward Paul at first]. I think slowly … the more he was around, and the more we saw him taking this to heart, then we started to give that respect. And that’s how it is — you embrace, you know? People that walk in from another world into our sport … that happens in any sport. But he has gained the respect of all of us. We see how much he appreciates [this industry] and the work he puts in to go out there and perform.”
On if he was surprised by Paul calling him out: “He had just won a fight, his octane level was at a peak, and he felt very comfortable. Now, the question is, will he be comfortable whenever we decide to make this match?”
