WWE star Austin Theory recently reflected on a dangerous moment during the 2022 Elimination Chamber match when he took a brutal F5 from Brock Lesnar off the top of a pod.
In an interview with Chris Van Vliet, Theory recalled the rehearsal for the spot, where AJ Styles was the first to attempt the bump from Lesnar but backed out when it came time for impact. Theory, knowing he had to go through with it, was constantly checked by the production team throughout the day to ensure he was okay with taking the bump.
He revealed that the spot, where Lesnar broke out of his pod and slammed Theory into the glass, was not originally planned. Theory expressed concern that he might fall through the structure, but he was ultimately fine after the F5 impact.
Lesnar, known for his strength and power, has remained absent from WWE television recently, reportedly due to his connection to a lawsuit filed by Janel Grant against Vince McMahon.
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