Paige Discusses Triple H’s Influence on the Divas Revolution, the Potential of “Tough Enough” Women for Main Roster

WWE Diva Paige was recently interviewed by Doug Mortman and Larry Dallas of “Busted Open” on the Sirius XM Radio Network. She was asked about a number of topics, including the Divas Revolution, and how the women of “Tough Enough” would fair on WWE’s roster.

Below are a few highlights from the interview:

On HHH’s influence on the Diva’s Revolution:

Paige: Just seeing him come in and completely take what was then called FCW like under his wing and make it into this huge brand to the point where it sold out in Brooklyn – 15,000 people are coming to watch NXT – that’s MIND BLOWING … and it’s all because of that guy. He really wanted to make it a success and he really did, especially with the Divas. He really did give the Divas a chance in NXT – like me and Emma, the first network show that we did – he really gave us a chance on there and it just progressed. He killed it. He knocked it out of the park with it. We’re all extremely thankful for the opportunity that he gave every single one of us.

On which young Diva Paige sees having the most promise:

Paige: Even though she’s on the opposing team, I would say Sasha Banks. I’m a huge fan of hers. And I’ve always said it. I’ve always said Sasha Banks. She’s just the full package to me. She can promo, she can wrestle, she looks good … she definitely shows the most, I think.

On whether she sees either of the remaining two Divas on Tough Enough becoming a big name in NXT and eventually the main WWE roster

Paige: As much as I like Sara Lee, and everyone thinks I pick on her, I would have to say Amanda – and it’s not being biased because you know how I’m like with both of them, I’m brutally honest with both of them. Amanda is kind of the full package too – she can talk, she’s really starting to get things in the ring, and she’s really embracing that heel role that she’s got going on. She really doesn’t care what people think of her and that’s cool to me, I like that, she doesn’t care about being liked or not. She’s not afraid of being different, she’s not afraid to be herself. She does great in the ring. She takes control as well, especially with her and Sara’s match she really took control of it. That’s cool. I like that about her.

On the winners of Tough Enough and their eventual transition to the NXT roster:

Paige: (laughs) It’s definitely going to be hard transition for them because they’re going to have to start working extra hard … especially because there are a lot of people on NXT that have worked their whole lives to get where they are. To be honest with you, they DO work hard, but they’re doing it on a reality show and then they get handed the contract at the end of the day. I can see a few jealous people [in NXT] but everyone is cool and cordial and they’ll be fine.

“Busted Open” can be heard on Sirius XM Radio, Channel 93, and more information can be found at BustedOpenNation.com.

Paige has been the focal point of the Divas division for quite some time, especially following the retirement of AJ Lee from WWE. In addition to her duties on “Tough Enough,” she was recently interviewed by “Stone Cold” Steve Austin on his podcast for the WWE Network. She has been the leading figure in the Divas Revolution storyline, aligning herself with Becky Lynch and Charlotte, forming Team PCB.

The aforementioned trio will be taking on Team B.A.D. (Sasha Banks, Naomi, and Tamina) and Team Bella (Nikki Bella, Brie Bella, and Alicia Fox) in a Divas Elimination Match at “SummerSlam” on Aug. 23.

Editor’s Note:

I’ve been a fan of Paige for a long time, and am glad that she is getting all of the media attention that she is. She has taken the ball and ran with it since AJ Lee retired, and with the Divas Revolution in full swing, the division has never been stronger. I won’t be surprised if the Divas get to main event a “Monday Night RAW” or even a pay-per-view in the relatively near future.

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