It’s Wrestlemania Saturday, and that means it’s time for a recap of a special edition of the WWE YouTube show, The Bump! Today’s show is full of guests, including Bobby Lashley, The Bella Twins, and Sasha Banks. Now that we’re all caught up on what’s going down, let’s take a look at The Bump!
⁃ Matt kicks off the special edition of The Bump from the WWE Warehouse, and excitement is in the air. They share their thoughts on last nights episode of Smackdown, until Kayla brings on the first guest, Bobby Lashley
Bobby Lashley
The WWE Champion joins the show, and he’s as fresh as ever. Kayla asks how he feels heading into the match, and he tells her “this day has been like the calm before the storm. This has been an incredible year”. Kayla follows up, and asks how it is to have fans back. Lashley gives the whole roster credit for making it through the pandemic, and tells Kayla “there’s gonna be a big embrace” between the roster and the fans. Matt chimes in, and reminds Lashley that his last one on one loss was to Drew McIntyre last year. Lashley responds, and says “I had that match won. The toughest guy is on top now”. Evan wants to know how Lashley will respond to recent criticism, and he explains “if anyone wants to step up, then here it is”. Ryan joins the conversation, and says MVP has been the consistent thing for Lashley lately. Lashley shares the story of his comeback, and how it didn’t go “like it was supposed to”. Lashley goes into the story of The Hurt Business coming together, and says “MVP was the voice in my ear saying we need to reach your potential”. Kayla jumps back in, and wonders how Bobby has gotten to this level of confidence. Lashley says “I’ve just kept moving forward. I feel so good, I’ve just been throwing people around the ring”. Matt reminds Lashley that MVP offered his services to Drew last February, and Lashley says “I have MVP’s back all the way”. Ryan asks about the dissension of The Hurt Business, and wonders why they broke up. Lashley explains “we brought other people on. The Hurt Business is me and MVP. We had to adjust things”. Evan rejoins the conversation, and asks about the support from the fans. Lashley says “it’s been great man. I’ve gotten messages from everybody. I’m going to give them what they deserve tonight”. Kayla comes back into the conversation, and asks Bobby for his final words. Lashley states “When I put that hurt lock on him tonight it’s over with”. Lashley exits the show, and the segment comes to a close.
⁃ After the WWE Champion moves on, the crew previews a few matches for tonight. Once the previews wrap up, Kayla brings on the next two guest’s, The Bella Twins.
The Bella Twins
The WWE Hall of Famers join the show, and that’s not a typo. Brie talks about how “special” the induction ceremony was, and adds “it was just surreal”. Nikki further states that “it’s unforgettable. We got a ring”. Kayla asks for them to further elaborate on the moment, and Brie says “it’s crazy. You think about the people surrounding you. I’m blessed and honored”. Nikki talks about thinking of the past HOF induction ceremonies, and says being at one to be inducted “is like a dream come true”. Ryan asks about the Smackdown Women’s Championship match, and Brie tells him “I have goosebumps. It will be the match of the night”. Nikki answers the question, and says “I’m honored they are representing the division. I’m so proud of them”. They follow that up by debating who will win the match, until Evan asks about the Raw Women’s Championship. Nikki drools over a match with Rhea Ripley, and says “I’m rooting for her tonight. Asuka is incredible, but I want Rhea to win”. Brie says “it’ll be one of those really tough matches. We’re gonna hear some kicks around the world”. Matt asks about Daniel Bryan, and wonders how everything has been on their family. Brie explains “Daniel does so much. You just get all these feels. He’s gonna bring it tomorrow night. He’s the cherry on top of every cake”. Kayla takes The Bella Twins back to their first and only WrestleMania match as a team, and Nikki covers the story of how the match came together. Nikki says “to go against AJ and Paige was so amazing”. Ryan shares his memories of the match, and he wants to know what fantasy match they would love to have. Both agree that they want to face Trish and Lita, and think “that would be iconic for us”. Matt brings up that the fact that The Bella Twins have never been tag team champions, and Nikki responds by saying “The Bella Twins will come back and fight for those titles”. Brie adds “it might not be soon, but our kids will be front row”. Kayla thanks both for stopping by, and another segment comes to an end.
⁃ When The Bella Twins exit stage left, Matt gives viewers a tour of the WWE Warehouse.
⁃ The tour wraps up, and Kayla gets interrupted by Asuka, so they play a game called “Asuka’s Assertions”.
⁃ The Bump crew previews the Raw Women’s Championship match, and give a few more previews, as well as predictions, before Kayla welcomes on one last guest.
Sasha Banks
The Smackdown Women’s Champion joins the show, and calls herself “the GOAT”. Evan tells Sasha that Brie Bella called her that, and she says “it’s nothing new to me”. Kayla joins the conversation, and asks how Sasha feels right now. Banks responds, and tells Kayla “I’m gonna be so real. I feel so amazing. I knew this would happen”. Ryan marks out over Sasha being on the show, and he wants to know about the story between Bianca and Sasha. Banks calls Belair “a rookie”, and explains “I made her choose me, because I am the greatest. I am the GOAT”. Evan rejoins the conversation, and asks what day she realized that. Sasha simply says “when I signed my contract”. Matt follows up, and he wonders if a past wrestlemania loss is on Banks mind. Sasha laughs about it, and Kayla wants to know when Bianca first landed of Sasha’s radar. Banks responds, and says “when she won the Royal Rumble. Tonight is to make her a bigger star, but I’m at the top of the division”. Evan asks a follow up question, and wonders if Sasha feels ruthless. Banks tells him “of course I do”, and that she is the actual “EST of WWE”. Ryan reminds Sasha that this is her first Wrestlemania singles match, and is curious if this is the moment Sasha dreamed of. Sasha tells him “it’s everything and more. I can’t believe it. I did it, and I’m so thankful. I went to bed knowing I’m great, and I’m gonna walk out knowing I’m great”. Kayla tells Sasha she should “put that confidence in a jar and sell it”, and Banks laughs. Kayla tells Sasha to send her final message to Bianca, and Banks does. Sasha tells Belair “I am the standard, and the blueprint. I am the boss of this whole division”. Sasha continues, and explains “I’m the best, so I guess that does make me the EST of WWE”. Kayla wishes Sasha luck tonight, and the final guest segment comes to a close.
⁃ The Smackdown Women’s Champion makes her exit, and preview of Broken Skull Sessions with Chris Jericho airs.
⁃ After the preview ends, the bump crew gives their final predictions, and the show comes to a close.
That’s all for this weeks episode of The Bump! Thanks for stopping by the recap, and enjoy Wrestlemania everyone!
