In 2018, he was only a three-year veteran of the ring, but Brody King, who emerged out of the Santino Bros Wrestling Academy, has become a star performer.
While many may see him as a late bloomer, make no mistake that he has accumulated lots of ring experience in his brief career. His five matches in 2015 for the Santino Bros had exploded to an astounding 76 and counting for 2018.
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During a chat with King, he said that if there was any moment that he could highlight as being a turning point that helped generate interest in him, it would be his battle against WALTER for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla.
That match, which took place on July 13th, 2018, was given an outstanding four and ¼ stars. That meant these two large men told the story remarkably well in this match.
King continues to make himself known, having competed for as many as 30 promotions in 2018 alone. During that time, he has faced the likes of Matt Riddle and Jeff Cobb.
Actually, King and Cobb have squared off against one another on several different occasions but never in a one-on-one scenario.
As recent as this past August, King competed as part of Smash Wrestling‘s Super Showdown VI, where he faced Cobb in a three-way match that also included the ‘NOT HUMAN’ PCO.
While he may not have walked away, the victor, the 6’5, near 300-pound California native, came at his opposition with everything he had to offer.
North American Emergence
He continues to build a name for himself, competing not just in the United States but also in Mexico and Canada.
He is developing a fan base that values what he does in the ring as he continues to push boundaries and is in high demand, not just because of how he matches up against others but his versatility.
King’s style works well with larger men and smaller talent alike. Whether they are thick and strike hard or are swift, fleet of foot, and graceful, he continues to face them all. Soon, he will have a match for PCW ULTRA at their POSSESSED event against luchador Puma King.
He is also one-half of the tag team Violence Unlimited alongside Tyler Bateman, and that tandem has competed for such promotions as Bar wrestling and the aforementioned PCW ULTRA.
Some talent may question why they aren’t getting booked and why they aren’t gaining attention, but that isn’t the case for Brody King. Anyone who has had the pleasure of talking to him would see that he is friendly and accommodating outside the ring and gives his time and energy.
This demonstrates that this in-demand talent doesn’t take it for granted; he remains humble and grounded outside the ring.
This is because it is important for him to build relationships and maintain them. However, between the ropes, it is a very different story. He is committed to his craft and brings with him a skill set unlike others.
Brody King | God’s Hate
As a former AAW (All-American Wrestling) champion, King has been thrust into a position where he is even more in demand, especially with this particular promotion.
The win took place after he was part of a multi-man match that saw ACH’s 208-day reign as champion comes to an end. He defended this championship on September 29th against Penta El 0M.
His commitment to grow and develop says a great deal about who King is and how far he has come in such a short time.
Anyone who is skeptical should make a point of seeing what he offers and digs a little deeper. In order to gain a newfound respect and appreciation for what he can do in the ring. His size, strength, and mobility are keys to his success.
He took part in Pro Wrestling Guerilla’s annual Battle of Los Angeles tournament. He defeated PCO in the first round before losing to Trevor Lee in the second round. Of course, wins and losses mean very little; his overall performance is what fans should be looking at.
Whomever he is in the ring with has been assured that they are working with one of the best independent wrestling has to offer.
He is someone who will give as much to his opposition as he will to himself in each match. If the story is the most important part of what happens in the ring, fans can be assured that Brody King will tell it as good as anyone else today.
Brody King is ALL Elite
Before Ring of Honor was purchased by Tony Khan, Brody King became All Elite. He was paired with Malakai Black and Buddy Matthews and later with Julia Hart to form the House of Black.
But after Black’s departure from the promotion, he would form a short-lived team with Buddy Matthews as the Hounds of Hell. King’s status, both politically and professionally, has resonated strongly with fans.
From title matches with MJF to later feuds with Swerve Strickland, Brody King’s place in pro wrestling has far exceeded his humble beginnings at the Santino Bros Wrestling Academy, to the rise of the Straight Edge Vigilante.
