In the latest episode of Stories with Briscoe and Bradshaw (via Wrestling Inc.), JBL provided an update on the health of Vampiro, who has faced numerous health issues over the years. Vampiro had previously mentioned struggles with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and CTE. JBL explained that the harsh conditions of Mexican border town rings, often made from boxing rings surrounded by hay and wood, contributed to the wear and tear on his body. He described Vampiro as being “beat up” but noted that, despite these challenges, he is otherwise doing okay.
JBL said:
“He’s having a tough time getting around. It looks like his knees are bothering him and maybe his back. You know how those rings were down in Mexico. Some of them were hard as concrete. It’s brutal how bad they were. You’d have to find a place to bump where you wouldn’t kill yourself.”
