In the world of professional wrestling, certain moves and finishers become iconic and are associated with the very essence of a wrestler's character.
In the world of professional wrestling, certain moves and finishers become iconic and are associated with the very essence of a wrestler’s character. One such move is Baron Corbin’s “End of Days,” a devastating maneuver that had long been shrouded in an aura of invincibility. However, all good things must come to an end, and it was at WrestleMania 38 in Dallas that the unthinkable happened Drew McIntyre became the first WWE star to kick out of the End of Days finisher.
In a recent interview with Fightful, Baron Corbin shed light on this pivotal moment in his wrestling career. Despite being a fixture in WWE for years, Corbin revealed that he had “zero input” in the decision to have McIntyre kicked out of the move. For a wrestler who had seen his character evolve multiple times over the past decade, the End of Days was the one element that remained constant a symbol of his dominance in the ring.
As WrestleMania 38 approached, Corbin was informed that McIntyre would be the one to break the finisher’s streak. Understandably, he expressed his displeasure over the decision. It was a move that left fans and even Corbin himself shocked, as the End of Days had previously been a virtually unstoppable force. Corbin had successfully executed the move on legendary names such as John Cena, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle, leaving a trail of fallen opponents in its wake.
The match at WrestleMania 38 saw McIntyre emerge victorious over Corbin via pinfall, marking a significant turning point in both of their careers. Following the defeat, Corbin faced a series of setbacks, including losses to his former tag team partner Madcap Moss and fellow former NFL player Pat McAfee. His attempt to revive his career with JBL as his manager in the fall also yielded limited success. Despite brief feuds with “NXT” Champion Carmelo Hayes, Gable Steveson, and Bron Breakker on “WWE NXT,” Corbin struggled to regain his footing.
The decision to have McIntyre kicked out of the End of Days serves as a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of professional wrestling. Streaks are broken finishers are challenged and the landscape of WWE is constantly shifting. While it may have been a bitter pill for Baron Corbin to swallow, it is a testament to the unpredictable and dynamic world of sports entertainment.
In wrestling as in life change is inevitable. Wrestlers must adapt and evolve to stay relevant and the once-unbreakable finisher is no exception. While Baron Corbin may have lost the aura of invincibility surrounding the End of Days, his journey in WWE continues, and fans eagerly await what the future holds for this talented performer. In a business where resilience is key, Corbin’s story is far from over and he remains a force to be reckoned with in the squared circle.
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