On a recent episode of his Kliq This podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash shared his insights on what truly makes a wrestler stand out as a great worker in the industry. Throughout the discussion, Nash delved into various aspects of wrestling that contribute to a performer’s ability to connect with the audience and create compelling matches. Below are some of the key takeaways from his conversation (via WrestlingInc.com):
Kevin Nash on what makes a great worker:
“To me, one of the hugest — you have to put equal parts of ingredients into something to make them a great worker. I think the first thing is believability. Are they believable? Rey Mysterio was absolutely believable, so it has nothing to do with physical size. Then it’s their, does their sh*t look real? When they turn the gear on and they start throwing boots or fists, does that look or mimic a shoot. I think that’s huge.”
Kevin Nash on a mark being unable to be a great worker:
“Then, to me, are they a mark? If they’re a mark, they’re never going to be a great worker. If they won’t put people over, it’s like, yeah [they’re not a great worker]. If they’re not willing to teach — if they’re just a mark for themselves.”
