The Undertaker, a WWE legend, battled some of the best wrestlers in WWE history throughout his career. Although he retired in November 2020, missing the chance to compete against today’s wrestlers who admire him, one current WWE star, Damian Priest, dreams of facing the Hall of Famer.
Damian Priest openly admires The Undertaker, naming him as his ultimate dream wrestling partner. He credits The Undertaker’s captivating personality and aura for inspiring his love of wrestling. Priest shared, “If I had to pick anyone, it would always be The Undertaker. Watching his entrance and standing in the ring with him would be amazing.”
Since The Undertaker retired five years ago at age 60, it’s unlikely Priest will ever get the opportunity to wrestle him. Nevertheless, Undertaker continues to have a dedicated fan base who celebrated his influence when Priest won the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 40. With 21 undefeated wins at WrestleMania, The Undertaker’s legacy is deeply woven into WWE history, a feat Priest is still working to approach as a younger wrestler often compared to the legend.
Regarding Priest’s own trajectory, it seems his momentum has slowed since his time as World Champion and his role in WWE RAW’s Judgment Day. After moving to SmackDown, he has been less prominent, partly due to WWE giving him a lighter schedule meant to extend his career. Though currently engaged in a feud with Aleister Black, the storyline hasn’t quite captured the fans’ imaginations. While his babyface character is well-liked, adopting a darker, more enigmatic persona could revitalize his standing, drawing inspiration from The Undertaker’s mystique. Having been with WWE since 2018, Priest is now a veteran former world champion in need of a fresh direction to climb back to prominence.
Fan Take: This news highlights the deep respect today’s stars have for WWE legends like The Undertaker, showing how past icons continue to inspire the future of the sport. For fans, Damian Priest’s potential character evolution could bring exciting new dynamics to WWE, blending legacy with innovation to enhance storytelling and in-ring drama.
