Austin Theory on John Cena Match, Vince McMahon's Advice, MITB Cash-In, Stone Cold Stunner At WM38

Austin Theory (@austin_theory) is a professional wrestler signed to WWE. He joins Chris Van Vliet to talk about his upcoming match at WrestleMania 39 against John Cena for the United States Championship, his dream to become a pro wrestler at age 8, looking up to John Cena, what he learned from working closely with Vince McMahon, what happened when he was just known as "Theory" on WWE TV and how he got his first name back, taking an unforgettable Stunner from Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania 38, what his diet and workout routine look like, his aspirations to be at the top of the WWE and much more!
00:00 Intro
00:26 John Cena
01:46 Childhood Dream
02:38 Top Of WWE
03:20 First Meeting with John Cena
05:26 Beard
06:42 Vince McMahon
07:53 Wrestlemania 38
09:40 Selfie Gimmick
10:47 A-Town Down
11:56 AR Fox
12:49 Getting his name back
14:46 Fitness
16:19 Money In The Bank
17:57 Believing in Himself
19:56 Roman Reigns vs Cody Rhodes
21:12 Confidence
22:45 Gratitude
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[@ChrisVanVliet]

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[@DjCp3o420]

I like his story on his theory name, a kid in my hometown changed his name to forever

[@garyhen2028]

Chris buddy, you finally got taker on the show! Now let's get vinnymac on the show! Maybe 2-3 years might pass, but let's get it done buddy

[@DjCp3o420]

You should try to interview Kenzo Suzuki

[@garyhen2028]

Austin has vinnymacs number, let's get the biggest name in wrestling on the show

[@trewilliams8411]

Theory is going to be humbled and get the hell beat out of him at wrestlemania this kid needs to be thought a lesson Cena should win

[@Andrew-Antioch-Kim]

The fact that Chris is FINALLY able to interview WWE superstars (on a REGULAR basis, under the HHH regime) is a step in the right direction because we've always wanted it.

[@garyhen2028]

I personally asked him to get taker on for like 4 years! He finally made it happen.....now I personally ask Chris to get vinnymac on! It'll happen.

[@Mrdonjuliothewicked]

He’s been doing it for at the very least past 5-6 years now, what’re you talking about lol.

[@slashandbones13]

He interviewed LA Knight a month ago and Drew McIntyre seven months ago.

[@collinsal1433]

He’s been interviewing WWE people for years….

[@Prosodyy]

@@garyhen2028 should’ve got Shane, Vince ain’t doing this with all the backlash he’s had dealing with the company directions😂

[@phild8238]

He was 4 years old when cena debuted on smack down and now he’s facing him at mania

[@jayman36553]

Awesome seeing Austin Theory outside of the gimmick. Wish nothing but greatness for this kid in the future of the biz.

[@sady5096]

Lol kayfabe is dead

[@sady5096]

@X.Reyna.X Only 1 wrestler doesn't change anything

[@TheOnlyDTM]

@@sady5096 no it isn't you just don't have to be working 24/7 365 when these guys work 3-5 times a week for 4-6 hours for 300 days a year

[@Cyrribrae]

I mean. He's still pretty much in character. It's just that he's become the gimmick in a way haha. He's slightly more humble, but only slightly. Lol I ain't mad at it.

[@sady5096]

@@TheOnlyDTM What?

[@Entertained45]

Chris is on another hot streak. So many great interviews back to back to back.

[@harijha7560]

Austin Theory could be a great face in future like John Cena

[@thegameslave2]

*A Town....DOWN!* Austin is right about having a memorable theme song. I'm personally glad they dropped the selfie gimmick and moved towards making him more serious. It's going well for Theory. I also liked his time in NXT in The Way. Hope his match with Cena ends up being great. Good chat, CVV.

[@SultanKhan-fm6zb]

I personally always have been a big fan of Theory and really want him to succeed. Glad he is getting the opportunities, bro deserves it. He is putting in the work 🙏

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

I'm predicting the Rocky Balboa finish for this match. I feel like they'll work it so Cena is teaching Theory some respect throughout the match. I'd love to see a face turn for Theory based on that eventually.

[@notoriousmigz2427]

Like Rocky vs Dixon. Ahh yea I see.

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

@@notoriousmigz2427 yep, I really think that's how it'll go down. Which I'm totally fine with.

[@BobbyJericho]

maybe they'll wait a bit for the face turn but I'm sure It'll work when that happens.

[@mikayla9501]

i want to see him as a face too! he’s a great heel, but i think he’d be good as a face too if they do it right.

[@Austin-dl9dh]

Dude, the way Austin Theory is much calmer and chill compared to his on screen character is wild. I love the confidence he has. I really hope the best for Theory. I'm a huge fan of his and he definitely has a bright future. Next face of the company.

[@christianhafer9819]

I've always enjoyed Theory since he's been in WWE. He's a very good wrestler, and he gets better on the mic every week.

[@Stoissy]

its really dope seeing a 1997 baby doing his thing in WWE, the product when we were kids would make any kid fall in love with professional wrestling. Its weird that we are 25 years old these days though lmao

[@crangel8623]

What an amazing interview austin theory is without a doubt the future of wwe what talent he is.

[@modev4163]

I'm not into wrestling nowadays, but even outside of the wrestling aspect this man has the mind of a winner

[@ruffin207]

Austin Theory, Bianca Belair, MJF, Montez Ford, Carmello Hayes, Jade Cargill, Dominik Mysterio, Bron Breaker, Gunther, Grayson Walker, & Cody Rhodes are definitely the future guys & gals of the WWE!!!

[@murofr]

The future of professional wrestling is in good hands.

[@psilver063]

MARK!! Are they all gonna have really great MATCHES?!!! Oh that’s so cool to see them pretend to win a MATCH!!! Stupid mark! And NO I DONT THINK WRESTLING IS fake! I hate stupid marks like you who have driven this industry to what it is now. Long boring matches with zero depth or storylines. Wrestling is Entertainment for a reason and it’s niche marks like you who will always watch but it’s real fans like me who hate these stupid stories

[@TyMarshall007]

I really do think Austin Theory is the Future of WWE

[@TheCHILDRENofTV]

I completely agree, but creative needs to drop this whole arrogant, narcissistic bratty heel gimmick There’s already like five different guys on the roster doing the exact same thing There’s a difference between a heels like Roman reigns, and heels like Dominik Mysterio Austin theory has the potential to become one of the best heroes at the business Roman reigns status Heel

[@TyMarshall007]

​@@TheCHILDRENofTVand now he's been badly booked

[@cd.45r]

MJF vs Austin Theory is a dream match of mines two big heels from rival companies going at it at Wrestlemania 40!

[@RaphaRules]

Austin is such a humble dude! This guy is going places!! 🚀❤️

[@verbaljohnwilkesboot]

I've absolutely loved Theory over the last few months. Dude is on fire

[@eagleball68]

One cant deny, this man oozes confidence.

[@4eyedike]

I’m so glad he mentioned the stunner at Wrestlemania- it really was that good 🚀

[@Manilla_yanni]

Love you Austin frome algeria 🇩🇿❤️🇺🇸

[@mikedaniel7195]

I like Austin Theory he makes a great heel character and I have liked him from the beginning.

[@officialpriincesean9684]

POV: CVV drops an episode during school 🤘🏾

[@ChrisVanVliet]

😎

[@trewilliams8411]

@@ChrisVanVliet Theory is going to be humbled and get the hell beat out of him at wrestlemania this kid needs to be thought a lesson Cena should win

[@kennytaco4474]

Seeing you blow up is so awesome!! Feels like I’ve been watching you forever

[@peterarvanitis6497]

Guys definitely going places in WWE be it heel or face The Sky’s the limit with this guy Great interview chris

[@Hillbillabeast]

Love this guy. A-Town Down! 🚀

[@Tajonxv]

6:09 the realest shit i ever heard💯

[@stevenweber7793]

dude has superstar written all over him. You can smell his confidence and hear his speaking ability grow with every week. Cena is my goat but i am not gonna be upset if theory wins, dude has IT

[@trewilliams8411]

Theory is going to be humbled and get the hell beat out of him at wrestlemania this kid needs to be thought a lesson Cena should win

[@stevenweber7793]

@@trewilliams8411 buddy you realize this shit scripted right? Lmao.

[@theonlygoodonehere2259]

@@trewilliams8411 just like what lesnar did to cena

[@jlyo1991]

Got to see him when he was in the indies. Came through West GA for one match.

[@GimmeAHullYeah]

Well done as always, mate!

[@Power_trip397]

Austin theory has been growing on me for months now, and to see the 🐐 CVV interview the NOW is such a treat 💯👏🏽 can’t wait to see more and more interviews chris ‼️ love seeing them in or out of character

[@josephlarazza7378]

I get the impression that Theory grew up idolizing Cena. Pretty cool of Cena to help him out and put him over

[@grady1134]

Great interview. I think Austin Theory is going places. You can definitely see his character grow every time he has a great match. I'm looking forward to seeing his dream match with John Chena.

[@brandon_blaze]

Wish it was a bit of a longer interview. But really good stuff. Dude has such a bright future ahead of him. He seems to have a good head on his shoulders as well.

[@charlesfurnari7777]

Very good interview. Chris and Austin are great. I wish Austin much continued success.

[@JustCallMeRichApologetics]

When they make him a baby face he’s going to take over 💯 I love this guy

[@blocker1954]

My fav and the best interviewer in the business -Chris Van Vliet, conducting another incredible session with one of the best up and coming and incredibly talented young wrestlers who will ensure the future of pro-wrestling - Austin Theory.

[@HaHaHaYouFool9439]

Love this guy. Hope he gets a good long story line to put this kid on a higher level than he seems to be on currently.

[@_RogueRage]

And that’s why theory has one of the best themes in wwe today do got to put himself into it!

[@frankhubbard8816]

Very happy KZbin shorts algorithm put me on to this man as a wrestling fan, top stuff

[@DjCp3o420]

Good interview.

[@NoLMAOnade]

Thanks for having decent quality video and audio unlike that other CHUMP

[@Snakeman612]

I remember seeing this kid on some show on Vice i think maybe 10 years ago now about indie wrestlers and i said then wow this kid got something for real, And to see him where he's at now is insane too me!! A TOWN DOWN!!!

[@tonyjenkins3937]

The Future of WWE The Austin Theory A Town Down!

[@dktreee]

The dude is gonna be great

[@broccoliboy9673]

I want Austin theory to change heel so bad.. he’s the hero we need

[@trustnoone3007]

"Our First Interview" Smart move, Chris. Let's get this channel going strong!

[@therealwintersoldier4955]

Great interview. 👍

[@Anthonys_S]

One of the best things about the end of kayfaybe is in days gone by heels like Austin would be hated but now we get to see more of the real person then yes in storyline , I don’t like him much but I can really really appreciate how good the real guy actually is . He’s worked so hard. He’s got the confidence but nit arrogance , he has every chance of being really big for a long time. It’s never a given but I truly hope this guy gets his glory cos he’s really truly impressed me.

[@huntershort6233]

Never been this early

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Welcome!

[@trewilliams8411]

@@ChrisVanVliet cena will end theory at wrestlemania

[@BUTT-HEAD666]

Austin Theory is an incredible wrestler he has an incredible future in wrestling ahead for him he's got the mic skills the wrestling skills he's the total package 💪

[@kyledavis2013]

Let’s go Chris!

[@fs9842]

I kinda like Austin now. Great interview

[@slyrhythm6471]

Thank you

[@ianpilkington2037]

Future of the business right there, he WWE champ in the next 3 years

[@123simenHP]

I can't wait for Austin Theory to become face, join the new day and throw chocolate cake to the crowd. Book it, Trips!

[@yukonmac6799]

Thank you.

[@daytonafuntim]

Interviewing A.T. just means one step closer to VKM! Go get it, CVV!

[@theLGI93]

I love austin theory always been a huge fan ever since his evolve days

[@Kristijan94]

Now Austin Theory vs John Cena will be great match for shizzle

[@trewilliams8411]

Theory is going to be humbled and get the hell beat out of him at wrestlemania

[@MrAhmed-dx5hw]

We need to give Theory the inevitable nickname soon

[@mringram]

Decent interview

[@Blazntrax81]

Shout out to AEW 's AR Fox. Theory has a bright future ahead.

[@cakeman2519]

I love when ever people talk about him cashing in because I was at the show

[@orionash1]

didn’t know about him and AR Fox that’s so cool

[@rkotitan10]

Great interview. I know it’s an interview, but a part of me wants him to be kayfabe, but it’s good to see how down to earth/cool he is.

[@randysingh9334]

Theory growing that Khamzat Chimaev beard.

[@razorrawb]

Austin theory is slowly becoming a favorite. I'd chose him over John Cena that's for sure 🤷 top notch, SHARP!

[@Jestin612]

I will be watching 👀 wrestlemania, that's 4 damn sure. Theory is destined for greatness.

[@Will-gs8pc]

I like the name the Inevitable Austin Theory. He's going to be the Thanos of WWE.

[@cedricgant8535]

Love or Hate Theory one thing you gotta admire is his self belief.

[@garyhen2028]

Ive liked Austin theory since his main roster debut, he will put down cena at mania

[@j.r.765]

That new entrance he's got actually makes him look cooler.

[@ryandonnelly8305]

My idol 🙌🏻

[@andremarc1275]

good job

[@timkruse9912]

his way of thinking will get him far in wwe, he turns everything thrown at him as a positive

[@peterarvanitis6497]

Agree with theory The Brock selfies were the best both had fun I could tell lol

[@2dvscarter727]

I'm happy for theory I hope wwe get this right

[@ayyachris]

If you have the chance to work with Steve Austin there’s no way you can turn that down. Austin Theory was lucky to work with a legend. He knew it was special that’s why he did that sell.

[@nekhonuchuzho7141]

Really think Theory have a future at WWE

[@inuenndo_]

He’s so good in the ring and he has the confidence but i feel like he just needs a bit more time to develop the aura and promo, if he had a manager he’d be viewed a lot better

[@johnnyking4209]

Austin is the face of the company 3-5 years from now

[@Diamondmite]

I really want to see a Theory/Rollins tag team. I think their friction if they win the red tag titles and their pride refuses to let them drop it. Theory could grow, get better and better proving that he can hang with Rollins. Both men proving that they can one up one another while being the top of the tag division. It could take Theory to the next level

[@pokegmaestro4631]

I want to see an Attitude Adjustment on John Cena from Theory and finish with a 1..2….3!!!! And Still!!!!!! United States Champion!!!!!

[@kiannrodrick2426]

Austin seems like a cool dude.

[@nbnation5235]

After hearing austin talk made me so much more of a fan of him!! Vince made me actually hate this guy but after getting to know him a lil better im down with A Town

[@justbaderxo6283]

Austin theory is gonna be the future Miz

[@indominus_decay5771]

I hope he becomes the next face of the company

[@thedoif2540]

A win over cena at mania is gonna be big for the kid.

[@mr.allday]

Can't wait for cena vs theory hope theory win 🌟

[@MrAhmed-dx5hw]

Storyline idea: WrestleMania 40 Cena vs Seth for the heavyweight championship and Seth wins and then starts hitting Cena with a steal chair and a town down starts playing and my man Austin theory comes out shouting leave my hero alone! And saves Cena. Seth tries to hit theory with the chair and then Cena power bombs him and picks him for the AA but stops and let's theory hit A-Town down to him. This is his face turn and he wins the championship at summer slam.

[@kimkom5648]

from out of character to in character just like that .. like it

[@AdamantMindset]

i'm sure austin is going to add STF in his move set, it's an iconic submission hold in WWE now thanks to cena.

[@dineshLife]

Austin will greatest in future

[@zedriccopeland8878]

AR Fox‼️💪🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jaythespider]

my biggest hope for this match is that austin theory hits the original a-town down, the fireman's cutter, that he was told to stop using bc it looked too similar to the AA

[@brandonleerolland7330]

Randy Orton has the most underrated Stunner sell at survivor series.

[@TheSkorpioprince]

wow so AR FOX trained Theory...thats crazy and interesting. Been seeing him on AEW lately. he's very good in the ring.

[@theprowrestlingnova]

Yes at the WWA4 wrestling school in Atlanta, GA. He trains a bunch of great talent!

[@TheSkorpioprince]

@@theprowrestlingnova very interesting did not know that.

[@Rryghi]

Interview liv morgan next