Shayna Baszler Discusses Differences Between WWE and MMA; Ember Moon

Shayna Baszler was recently interviewed by WWE.com, in preparation for her match against Ember Moon at “NXT Takeover: New Orleans.” They discussed a number of topics, including her preparations for the match, what can be expected and more.

Below are some questions, along with the “Queen of Spades'” answers:

WWE.COM: You’ve challenged Ember Moon before. Why do you feel the result will be different this time?

BASZLER: Because now Ember will have fear. Did she “win” by a technicality of the rules last time? Sure. But she still couldn’t lift her arm to wash her own hair, and she had trouble swallowing food and liquids afterwards. She knows there is no way to truly stop me. As soon as I grab ahold of her, she will remember that.

Ember Moon & Shayna Baszler come face-to-face days before their Title Match: WWE NXT, Jan. 24, 2018

WWE.COM: Let’s talk about your preparation. What is the difference between your pre-match preparations during your MMA career as compared to sports-entertainment?

BASZLER: It isn’t that much different. Some things have changed. The round times and limits aren’t there to worry about, so pacing benefits me in that I can take the time to enjoy the damage I cause. But the goal is still the same. It’s the same bloodthirst. In MMA, there isn’t time to admire your work until it’s all over with. In sports-entertainment, I can admire what I’m doing while it’s happening. So pre-match, I guess you could say my mindset is more like a lion about to play with its food, rather than a lion trying to hunt out of necessity. But ultimately, I’m out to hunt my target.

WWE.COM: What should Ember Moon and the NXT Universe brace for at NXT TakeOver: New Orleans?

BASZLER: All the keyboard warriors better gather together and bring tissues, because at TakeOver, the hero, Ember Moon, loses her title. And The Queen of Spades will be the new champ, while everyone else will still be crying. This isn’t a bandwagon; it’s a war wagon. You won’t be able to hop on because you’re going to get run over.

They also discuss her aggressive spirit and more.

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