5 pro wrestlers who would succeed in MMA and 5 who would fail
In September 2016, CM Punk slipped out of the squared circle and into a UFC cage. The results were as one-sided as they were decisive; Punk was punked by journeyman prospect in Mickey Gall.
With other wrestlers like Kurt Angle giving lip service to an MMA run, we thought it would be interesting to take a look at some pro wrestlers who would do well in the UFC... and some that wouldn't. So, Without further ado, here is our list of 5 pro wrestlers who would succeed in MMA and 5 who would fail.
Would succeed: Jack Swagger
The former All American amateur wrestler and WWE world champion has often considered himself the 'legit toughest guy' in the locker room.
Having recently signed to Bellator MMA, he stands poised to follow the same path blazed by Brock Lesnar. With insane reach and a strong ground game, Swagger could be the dark horse heavyweight MMA needs to stay relevant.
With the UFC's heavyweight division plagued by scandal, Bellator could make great strides with a figurehead like Jack Swagger. He has to win, however, and if he doesn't, it won't bode well for other pro wrestlers to enter the cage.