Darby Allin, known for his fearless in-ring style, recently shared details about the most perilous steps spot he has ever taken, highlighting his match at AEW WrestleDream 2023. During an appearance on Insight With Chris Van Vliet, Allin identified the moment Christian Cage powerslammed him off the apron onto the ringside steps as his worst experience. This incident perfectly illustrates the risk inherent in Allin’s performances, particularly when he takes hits involving the steel stairs.
He described how close the impact came to serious injury. The spot with Christian Cage surpassed other hard falls, including a previous one involving PAC, due to the proximity of his head to the dangerous surface.
Reflecting on His Flamethrower Encounter With Jon Moxley
Allin also reflected on the intense rivalry with Jon Moxley, recalling a dramatic flamethrower spot that punctuated their feud last year. He expressed a sense of urgency and determination in response to sustained beatings, stating that sometimes he needed to stand up for himself and retaliate, rather than endure constant punishment.
Considering an Alternate Path: Skateboarding and Stunts
When asked if he might have been a star on Jackass had it existed during his early career, Allin shared insights into his fearless approach to stunts outside of wrestling. He explained how, as a skateboarder, he was drawn to high-risk maneuvers akin to those of Evil Knievel. Despite initial doubts about his wrestling potential, Allin emphasized his willingness to push mental and physical boundaries beyond what others in wrestling are comfortable with, underscoring his relentless pursuit of challenges.
The worst one is definitely the one with Christian Cage at WrestleDream. If you watch that back, that one’s the worst. Way worse than the PAC one. My head is like that far away from actually breaking my neck on those stairs.
– Darby Allin, Professional Wrestler
I don’t know what to tell you. Sometimes Darby has to get his revenge. He can’t just clearly get his ass kicked every single night.
– Darby Allin, Professional Wrestler
You never know. Honestly, because back then I was just going crazy on my skateboard, doing all these stunts and stuff like that. I was trying to go the Evil Knievel route, because I had no confidence to being a wrestler. But then, with all the craziness, I think I can do way more for wrestling, because people aren’t willing to go the lengths I’m willing to go. I am not just saying that. It’s not a catchphrase. I do believe there’s no one in the world of wrestling that is willing to go the places I’m willing to go, physically, mentally. I love a challenge.
– Darby Allin, Professional Wrestler
The Importance of Taking Risks in Wrestling’s Future
Darby Allin’s candid revelations underscore the extreme physical risks wrestlers face, especially when executing high-impact spots like those involving ring steps. His willingness to endure such dangers sets him apart in AEW and professional wrestling at large, influencing how fans and peers view the limits of performance in the sport. Moving forward, his approach may inspire others to push boundaries, but also raise safety considerations regarding the risks athletes undertake during matches.
