Charlie Campbell Earns ‘The Rock’s Approval’ for DC Promo During Noche UFC Debut

In the lead-up to his debut at Noche UFC, Charlie Campbell, along with his training partner, had an interesting pre-fight ritual: they’d watch classic Attitude Era pay-per-views from the WWF. Little did Campbell know that this trip down wrestling memory lane would spark a memorable moment in his UFC debut.

With UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier providing commentary for Saturday’s event, Campbell, a keen observer of Cormier’s pro-wrestling enthusiasm, hatched a plan. Inspired by one of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s catchphrases – “It doesn’t matter!” – Campbell decided to incorporate it into his post-fight interview.

“I just, like, rehearsed it a little bit,” Campbell confessed during an appearance on The MMA Hour. “I was like, ‘I’m going to get ‘DC’ so bad, man.”

Following Campbell’s impressive first-round knockout of Alex Reyes, the stage was set. Campbell seized the moment, asking Cormier for his thoughts on his striking abilities. And, of course, Cormier couldn’t resist responding.

“It doesn’t matter what you think!” Campbell interjected, channeling his inner Rock. “Shout out to Dwayne Johnson, ‘The Rock.’ I’m a huge fan.”

Cormier, clearly amused and caught off guard, replied, “You know I love a good WWE reference, so I’m going to let you live.”

This audacious move was a testament to Campbell’s determination to overcome the dreaded octagon jitters. Just 11 months prior, he experienced a devastating KO loss on Dana White’s Contender Series, moments away from victory.

However, Campbell didn’t let that setback deter him. He rebounded on the regional circuit, securing two wins before the opportunity to fight at Noche UFC arose. He was determined to stay composed in the spotlight and make his post-win speech unforgettable.

To set the tone, he even chose Cormier’s walkout music. Campbell’s philosophy was simple: seize the moment and take calculated risks. He knew it might have made him look foolish, but he was willing to go for it.

“I think deep down, he respected it, because why wouldn’t he?” Campbell explained. “[Cormier] had to digest it quick, and he was like, ‘Oh my god.’ I still think I could have done a better job, let’s put it that way. But I’m going to capitalize on those 10 seconds I get any time.”

In the aftermath, Campbell eagerly scoured the internet for reactions, particularly from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. And true to form, Johnson responded to a clip of the interview, playfully teasing Cormier for getting caught off guard.

“He just kind of s*** a little more on DC, like, ‘Oh, he got you good,'” Campbell recounted Johnson’s message. “I got his stamp of approval in some way, and some sort of seed could have been planted for future work together. It’s going to happen.”

Campbell speculated that this interaction might lead to more exciting opportunities. Cormier, known for his competitive spirit, might not take kindly to being the butt of jokes. With the UFC’s new corporate partnership with WWE, there’s even a chance for some cross-promotional action in the wrestling ring.

“We’ll see what the WWE does in the future with guys coming in,” Campbell mused. “If they give DC the mic in the WWE ring, I’m going to interrupt that and come out to his song.”

As Charlie Campbell continues to make his mark in the MMA world, it seems he’s also making waves in the world of entertainment and pro-wrestling. With his boldness and passion for the sport, who knows where his journey will take him next? One thing’s for sure, he’s not shying away from the spotlight or the chance to entertain.

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