In January’s Men’s Royal Rumble, Je’Von Evans found himself sharing the ring with Brock Lesnar, who entered at number 22 and delivered his signature F-5 finishing move to the young wrestler. With Lesnar retiring from professional wrestling in August, this moment was likely Evans’ only experience taking the F-5 from “The Beast.” During a recent appearance on the “Cheap Heat” podcast, Evans shared that the move was less intimidating to receive than he had anticipated.
Evans recalled, “I was confident but also a bit nervous since I’d never taken the F-5 before. But having seen him perform it countless times growing up, I felt ready. It’s actually quite smooth—he lifts you up, then you’re done. Just kind of float.”
However, Lesnar’s suplex proved to be far more challenging for Evans. He explained that overhearing backstage advice about how to handle the move helped him avoid injury. “Someone warned me before the match that if Brock suplexes you, he’s going to really toss you, so don’t jump—just let him throw you. When he started suplexing others, I tried to react, but as soon as he grabbed me, I remembered the advice and didn’t jump, or I probably would’ve gotten hurt badly,” Evans said.
Last month, Evans praised Lesnar as one of the strongest wrestlers he has faced, while also acknowledging that his NXT rival, Oba Femi, matches that level of power.
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Fan Take: This insight from Je’Von Evans highlights the respect and caution even seasoned wrestlers have for a competitor like Brock Lesnar, emphasizing the physical intensity behind every move in the ring. For fighting fans, it underscores how veteran warriors preserve safety and legacy while pushing the sport’s limits, promising evolving stories as newer stars like Evans rise alongside established powerhouses.
Source: www.wrestlinginc.com
