Cain Velasquez is still passionate about MMA, but it doesn’t take much to notice that the former UFC heavyweight champion has a new athletic passion with pro wrestling. Velasquez (14-3 MMA, 12-3 UFC) made his pro wrestling debut earlier this month at Triplemania XXVII in Mexico City. He performed in a lucha libre style, wearing a traditional mask and successfully pulling moves that were seemingly way beyond his depth considering his size and experience level. The outpouring of praise following his debut paired with his instant connection with pro wrestling has Velasquez falling head over heels. He’s already got a pair of matches scheduled for Sept.
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