Mick Foley, renowned for his willingness to endure physical pain in pursuit of wrestling success, recently revealed a regret that still stays with him. Speaking at a panel during FanX Salt Lake City 2025, the WWE Hall of Famer admitted that he should have taken better care of his body, especially recalling the time he was struck in the head with a chair while defenseless.
Foley shared his thoughts on whether he had any regrets about his wrestling moves. He humorously demonstrated a move he wished he had used—raising his hands to block the chair shot aimed at his head—a moment that amused the audience. He explained that during his career, blocking such hits was seen as a sign of weakness, a mindset he unfortunately adopted.
He reflected, “In my day, it was kind of a tough guy thing. Ironically, the toughest guys actually raised their hands, so there was no real link between toughness and whether you blocked hits or not.” Foley went on to recount a painful experience when Chris Adams hit him with a chair during a World Class match, breaking the tip of his thumb. This injury convinced him that raising his hands to block was dangerous, so he stopped doing it.
Foley’s bravery has always been admired by fans, but this confession shows the lasting toll his fearless approach took on him. If given a chance to go back, he said he would always choose to raise his hands and protect himself.
Do you believe Mick Foley’s legacy justifies the risks he took, or should WWE have better safeguarded its stars back then? Share your thoughts below.
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Fan Take: Mick Foley’s candid reflection highlights the brutal realities behind wrestling’s dramatic spectacles, reminding fans of the physical sacrifices wrestlers endure for entertainment. This discussion serves as a crucial reminder for WWE to prioritize performer safety as the sport continues to evolve.
