Samoa Joe and Mickie James were among the 10 Superstars released by WWE earlier this month. Other releases included Billie Kay, Peyton Royce, Chelsea Green and Tucker.
Dutch Mantell was a guest on last night’s episode of UnSKripted, hosted by Dr. Chris Featherstone. Mantell was asked about Samoa Joe and Mickie James’ recent releases from the WWE. Mantell, who worked with both former WWE Superstars in TNA, had the following to say:
Dutch Mantell on Samoa Joe and Kurt Angle’s match at Lockdown 2008
While speaking about Samoa Joe, Dutch Mantell also briefly discussed his match at Lockdown 2008 against Kurt Angle. The ring was surrounded by a steel cage, giving the match an MMA feel as both men did their best to out-grapple each other. Lockdown 2008 drew TNA’s biggest PPV buy rate of all time.
Speaking about the match, Dutch Mantell said:
Samoa Joe did find success in WWE despite never being used to his potential. He’s a two-time NXT Champion and a two-time WWE United States Champion. He also won the 2015 Dusty Rhodes Classic alongside Finn Balor.
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