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Brock Lesnar has carved his legacy with a dominance that echoes through the ages. His persona, presence, and ruthless wrestling style have made him a stand-out performer in WWE for years. But there is one aspect of Lesnar that is often left underappreciated. WWE legend Matt Hardy recently opened up on an underrated aspect of Brock Lesnar’s in-ring work that makes him even more special.

The underrated art of selling by Brock Lesnar

Matt Hardy recently discussed Brock Lesnar thoroughly on his podcast “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy”. The decorated tag team star talked about how The Hardy Boyz played a key role in shaping Lesnar’s image as a monster in his early years in WWE. Apart from praising Lesnar’s intimidating presence and star power, Hardy highlighted a key aspect of his pro wrestling career.

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He said, “Brock is a great seller, I tell ya! I think Brock Lesnar is one of the most underrated sellers in wrestling history. I really do.”

The words resonated like a finishing move, driving home a point that had gone unnoticed for far too long. Hardy unveiled a side of Brock Lesnar that many had underrated – his prowess as a seller of moves to put his opponent over. He added, “When Brock turns the selling on, he is one of the best in the world. And he is so good and so believable, so unique in the way itself, especially for a guy of his size he is one of the best-selling.” 


He delved deeper, picturing Lesnar’s commitment to his craft. Praising Lesnar further Hardy mentioned, “Especially when he’s into something really, and when he cares about a match, he gives his opponent so much into selling. And I think that is a secret sauce of a Brock Lesnar.”

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Lesnar’s ability to make his opponents’ offense look impactful, even when faced with his mountainous frame, is a testament to his incredible talent and professionalism.

The Beast’s exceptional skill

The towering presence of Brock Lesnar, a colossus standing at 6’3″ and weighing a formidable 285 pounds isn’t someone who anyone can take down. When he steps into the ring, an aura of invulnerability surrounds him, amplified by his dominant career trajectory and imposing physique. It’s a believability that could make you believe he could outmatch a truck in a showdown.

But beneath this imposing façade lies a lesser-known talent – Lesnar’s exceptional skill in selling.

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If caught in a calf crusher, he’ll make it seem like his leg hurts. And when trapped in the Coquina Clutch, his face might turn a shade of purple, making it look as if he’s on the brink.

In these moments, Lesnar flips the script. He turns the spotlight on his opponents, making them appear incredibly strong and capable. 

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So, while Lesnar may seem like an unstoppable force, remember that he’s also a master of selling in the ring. And in this game of grappling giants, few can do it better.