Luke Menzies (Ridge Holland) Unfiltered | WWE Career, Brawling Brutes, Career-Threatening Injuries & Life After Wrestling
Former WWE Superstar Luke Menzies, best known to wrestling fans as Ridge Holland, joins the Sports Jedi Network for an in-depth, unfiltered conversation about one of the most remarkable journeys in professional wrestling.
Luke shares his story from growing up in Liversedge, West Yorkshire, England, to spending 12 years as a professional Rugby League player before signing with WWE in 2018. He reflects on his rise through NXT UK, NXT, and SmackDown, becoming a member of The Brawling Brutes alongside Sheamus and Pete Dunne (Butch), competing in WarGames, and capturing the NXT Tag Team Championship with Andre Chase.
This exclusive interview also explores the devastating injuries that changed his life, including the infamous double-leg injury, a broken nose, a Lisfranc foot injury, and his upcoming neck fusion surgery. Luke opens up about recovery, resilience, mental toughness, leaving WWE, and building a new chapter through fitness coaching and entrepreneurship.
* Luke Menzies' journey from Rugby League to WWE
* Signing with WWE and becoming Ridge Holland
* Behind-the-scenes stories from NXT UK, NXT, and SmackDown
* The Brawling Brutes with Sheamus and Pete Dunne
* WarGames and career-defining moments
* Winning the NXT Tag Team Championship with Chase U
* Career-threatening injuries and recovery
* Why wrestling was tougher on his body than rugby
* Life after WWE and what's next
* Advice for aspiring wrestlers and athletes
Whether you're a lifelong wrestling fan or someone inspired by stories of perseverance, this conversation offers an honest look at the sacrifices, triumphs, and determination behind a professional athlete's career.
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