Rusev Anticipates Brutal Clash with Sheamus at WWE Clash in paris
PARIS, FRANCE – Rusev views his upcoming Good Old-Fashioned Donnybrook Match against Sheamus at WWE Clash in Paris as his most significant bout “in a while,” anticipating a physically demanding adn painful contest. The match, where no holds are barred and Irish bar elements are permitted, marks a key prospect for Rusev as his return to WWE in April.
The veteran wrestler emphasized the challenge Sheamus presents, acknowledging his opponent’s resilience and striking power. “It’s also going to be the most brutal match I’ve had ever, so I expect nothing less but pain,” Rusev told Denise Salcedo. “I expect nothing less but a very, hard physical match with Sheamus. We all know Sheamus. He’s stubborn. He’s got big heart and he can hit hard, but he can also get hit hard.” Rusev jokingly revealed preparations for potential injuries, stating they’ve “reserved a couple of beds in the nearby hospital just in case.”
This bout arrives after a heated several-week feud between the two former League of nations members, with each competitor securing a victory over the other. Their rivalry escalated beyond the ring, spilling into backstage brawls and culminating in a double countout in their third official match.Rusev’s return to WWE followed a nearly five-year run with All Elite Wrestling, where his last in-ring appearance occurred at Worlds End 2023, defeating Andrade El Idolo with assistance from CJ Perry. He and AEW mutually agreed to part ways in February 2024, paving the way for his re-emergence in WWE.
If you use any of the quotes in this article, please credit Denise Salcedo with a h/t to Wrestling Inc. for the transcription.
