The Bill Simmons Podcast The Undertaker on the Montreal Screwjob, Vince McMahon’s Genius, the Attitude Era, Vegas, Concussions, and 30 Years at WWE
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May 20, 2020 Mark Calaway, famously known as The Undertaker, shares captivating insights from his 30-year WWE career. He discusses the story behind the infamous Montreal Screwjob and his enduring relationship with Vince McMahon. Listeners will learn about the evolution of wrestling styles, the emotional weight of his legendary WrestleMania streak, and his challenging journey through injuries and surgeries. With entertaining anecdotes from Vegas and reflections on the importance of storytelling in wrestling, Calaway offers a unique peek behind the curtain of the sport.
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WrestleMania 33 Disappointment
- The Undertaker was disappointed with his WrestleMania 33 match against Roman Reigns due to a severe hip injury.
- He felt he couldn't perform at the level he wanted and let Reigns down, impacting his career.
WrestleMania 30 Concussion
- The Undertaker's WrestleMania 30 loss to Brock Lesnar was a significant moment, ending his undefeated streak.
- He has no recollection of the match due to a severe concussion suffered during the event.
The Streak
- The Undertaker wasn't initially aware of his WrestleMania undefeated streak until around WrestleMania 10.
- It became a significant part of his career, lasting until WrestleMania 30.