Dolph Ziggler Talks Stand-up Comedy, His "SummerSlam" Opponent, Favorite Match

Former World Heavyweight Champion Dolph Ziggler recently chatted with Journey of a Frontman to discuss multiple aspects of his career. Below are some of the highlights.

On getting into stand-up comedy, similar to how Mick Foley does it with a one-man show:

“Mick Foley has some stand-up things going on also, so he’s giving me an opening invite if i I ever have a day off. I can speak on stage with him and get a couple minutes in. Whenever I have a free minute, which is very rare, I am looking for mic time one way or another.”

Who he would like to face at “SummerSlam” in August:

“I would like to face Bad News Barrett at ‘SummerSlam.’ That guy, he’s come back from an injury, he’s come a long way. He’s found a way to recreate himself on ‘The JBL and Cole’ YouTube show and actually bringing that over to television. He brought it over to television and it’s great. I love hearing him talk. He’s good and knows what he’s doing. We’ve only been in the ring maybe two times together and we tore it down. I would love to get out there with him and put on a match that nobody else could follow.”

What his favorite match of all-time that he’s competed in was:

“One of my favorites for sure was me versus Edge at the 2011 “Royal Rumble.” We were the opening match for the World Heavyweight title. Edge was someone I had rode with and he’s been a mentor to me. It was cool to be in the ring with him and me being the bad guy. The crowd understands I’m good at my job. And I was able to hang in the ring with him. In the last 10 minutes of the match, everybody was on the edge of their seats. It was a real special time for me. It was a great match. Edge was awesome. I hung in there with him and definitely held my own. We tore it down that night.”

The entire interview can be found here.

Editor’s Note

Love Ziggler, but how the mighty have fallen. Hopefully, someone recognized the talent is there.

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