Recording artist Jelly Roll is gearing up for his first wrestling match, teaming with Randy Orton against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre on the opening night of this year’s WWE SummerSlam. While he has shown promise, WWE star Mark Henry noted on “Busted Open After Dark” that Jelly Roll still has a lot to learn. Henry pointed out that toughness is something that can’t be taught—during an earlier match, Jelly Roll was knocked down easily and needs to develop greater resilience. Despite improving his fitness, Henry warned that losing weight also meant losing some strength, which could be a disadvantage.
Henry also expressed concern about Randy Orton partnering with someone who might not be able to support him during rough moments in the ring. He advised Jelly Roll to work on enduring hits and incorporating more conditioning drills, as while punching skills can be taught, taking punches can’t. Nonetheless, WWE officials remain pleased with Jelly Roll’s progress, and he is currently training alongside Jacob Fatu, Kevin Owens, and WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker.
Fan Take: This update is significant for WWE fans because it highlights the challenges celebrities face when crossing into wrestling and the essential qualities needed to succeed. Jelly Roll’s journey could inspire more performers to transition, adding fresh energy to the sport while underscoring the physical toughness wrestling demands.
