I Went Off Script During a WWE Match

WWE matches are predetermined, but wrestlers do a lot of improvisation while in the ring. During one of my matches, my opponent improvised and did something that forced me to go off script. I share what he did and what I did to him in this video.

[@MavenKHuffman]

Thanks for watching the video and hearing my story. After hearing my explanation, do you agree with what I did?

[@crack66]

loving these videos , thank you for sharing :) .

[@amzkm3811]

The clothesline was more devastating than Bradshaw's 😂

[@RandomUploader77]

Another excellent upload

[@shaneomacdaddy]

Yes, definitely.

[@Cael-i7g]

Yes stuff happens in the mix of time

[@gr81disp]

"I took control of the match," Maven describing his attempted murder via clothesline...

[@williamsmith666]

"I wasn't stiff with those fists --" No. But that clothesline certainly was.

[@DjjkrisRTC]

😂

[@CellGames2006]

Do not cross Maven. Snitsky found out about that the hard way in that one match...

[@ljroach5698]

😂😂😂

[@jwadewalt]

@@CellGames2006i guess it was his fault

[@288theabe]

Love the psychology of storytelling you provide!

[@MavenKHuffman]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Antonio_Edits.]

@@MavenKHuffman🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@curtislewis8801]

The Dreamville shirt tho? Man of culture 🔥

[@LakersOfLosAng23]

JID up next 🔥

[@Hendrixxx9427]

@@LakersOfLosAng23big facts

[@MichaelBibb.]

⁠@@LakersOfLosAng23 he has 30m monthly listeners, he up now 💯

[@therealuno808]

MAVEN IS FOR THE PEOPLE!!

[@winstonpeart3826]

@@LakersOfLosAng23he's not up next he's up now 💯

[@itsOasus]

If anything, its a good thing Masada was facing you and not someone who might have been more willing to go further into potentially unacceptable territory.

[@Bill_the_Redneck]

Masada is a tough guy. I think he would have been fine.

[@tafua_a]

Imagine him doing this to Jamal (aka Umaga)

[@JCarlito19]

Hardcore Holly, JBL, Ron Simmons, or even Eddie Guerrero would've KILLED him for that.

[@thefiendish186]

@@JCarlito19 Egomaniacs running wild in WWE

[@purish215]

​@@thefiendish186not ego maniacs it's the part of the culture u never do something like that to some one higher up on the latter or even at the same level unless you both planned it

[@Ibmyselfman]

That's an old school response. Hell yeah. You also weren't even down for a one count, and your competitor did a one foot cover, and was completely relaxed when you gave him a clothesline. That exposed the business. You did the right thing, absolutely.

[@AndiBraun93]

How does this expose the business? I thought this was kind of a cool spot

[@spacequack5470]

​@@AndiBraun93You need glasses if you cant see it

[@AndiBraun93]

Could easily kayfabe explain that the veteran can steamroll the jobber if pushed to 100%@@spacequack5470

[@LankyBeanss]

@@spacequack5470I think the cats already out of the bag on that one.

[@Bobbys119]

he didnt expose anythuing lol everyone has known forever that wwe is scripted

[@elbledal]

good thing masada wasn’t wrestling bob holly

[@gabet3754]

Oh man, he would have buried him 😦

[@princenoreally]

Bob would have literally killed him

[@brianshields7485]

​@@princenoreallyyeah we would have witnessed a murder 😮 it is hardcore holly after all

[@eclectica1]

They'd still be scraping his remains off the ring floor right now.

[@ryanespinoza7297]

I don’t think he’d be stupid enough to step on Bob Holly.

[@evdomos]

That crowd is so hot for a Heat, you must have loved that.

[@ousmansano21]

i think it was before Raw so tis might be the first match of the night

[@Mowmauf]

@@ousmansano21was this supposed to be a dark match because I didn’t hear the commentators (I know a dark match is a non televised match)

[@redrick8900]

@@Mowmauf If it was supposed to be a dark match they wouldn't have a cameraman going up the ramp with him. Also, I saw this match on TV.

[@mankytoes]

The off script moment got a great pop too. I actually think it worked really well as storytelling- the heel looks like an asshole for trying a cocky pin, but Maven doesn't look weak because it doesn't even get a one count, and he leaps up and takes control.

[@sixsix8six]

the "old school" guys would've stiffed Masada after that. Kudos to you for trying to make it a teaching moment rather than stiff him.

[@Gemini050788]

And not once. He would’ve had more receipts than a suspicious girlfriend. Ba-Dum-Tss

[@Unholychaos987]

I dont know... that clothesline sounded pretty nasty to me!

[@Benson7290]

Try that cover on JBL and he would end up in the ER

[@Mechachu]

@@Unholychaos987 To me it looks like he turned enough that is was more of a takedown than a clothesline.

[@Mechachu]

@@Benson7290 Or Hardcore Holly lol

[@dream_in_digital]

I haven't watched wrestling in twenty years but somehow ran across your channel. I've been glued to it ever since. You were meant to be on KZbin, Maven. Thank you for creating a positive community and bringing us together to support charities as well. Wishing you all the best. 💙

[@Kevmaster2000]

You missed so much in 20 years. That’s crazy.

[@Akkbar21]

@@Kevmaster2000I haven’t watched wrestling since I was a kid at the height of Hulkamania and I’ve been digging the channel. As an adult, wrestling doesn’t interest me… but this bts look is interesting

[@Badass-Dalty]

⁠@@Akkbar21you missed a shit ton of crazy shit including someone called Chris Benoit which he eventually died via suicide

[@kurtyyyyyy]

Same here. I loved the attitude era but then stopped. Watching all this new talent is interesting

[@dnickx]

Knowing some of Masadas work I thought that it was because of him either being too stiff or he took some liberties (thing that has happened A LOT on his matches)...but like you said Maven, something as simple as that it means much, MUCH more in the bigger picture. Awesome video as always, greetings from Uruguay!!

[@coryshannon3815]

Same here. But it's good to know, even though he's done a lot of deathmatch stuff, Masada at least knows how to not work stiff.

[@gotenhuggins270]

Why dude never had a wwe contract

[@rusty9514]

When did Masada take liberties besides stiffing the crap out of Spydar Boodrow for not knowing how to work?

[@bamweasel]

I even once had a chance encounter with his ex wife. What she told me isn't publicly known, but it gave me a horrible insight into the kind of man he is.

[@AGentlemansJourney77]

One of the BEST channels I've come across in the past year. Love from 🇨🇦

[@jonathancee1020]

Maven wearing a Dreamville T is the collab I never thought I'd see.

[@Habib_ApaKhabar]

It's Always Fun When Maven Talks. The Skill Of Story Telling That Maven Had Is Truly Magnificent

[@NightmareTeeVee2]

I think him being a former teacher, it’s just normal & natural for him. To stand in front of students, trying to explain everything in full detail so they can understand & comprehend, translates the same as in his videos.

[@MikeArrow]

You've said it before, everything in wrestling is about Respect. That's the main 'currency' you have and the only thing someone else can increase or diminish as a result of their actions. Whether intentional or not, you were disrespected, lowering your perceived status. Having the wherewithal to push back against that was 100% necessary given those circumstances. You had to show that you weren't going to sit there and take it.

[@boraonline7036]

And still someones who beahaved as disrespectful as you can imagine in Japan, while the Internet was watching what he did, got a job as a wrestler in that very company. So I guess respects only goes as far as the boss says "I don't care". Not saying that showing respect should go out of the window. I just say it seems there are double standards going on, at least in WWE, with those respect rules.

[@sic6664]

It's just petty bullying isn't it.

[@benizjammmin]

Okay but the guy was trying to make a name for himself. It’s his one shot. Is he supposed to just be uneventful and non-memorable?

[@OmicronX-1999]

@@benizjammmin He's supposed to not try to make himself look better than someone who actually works for the company he was trying out for. Sure, he needs to look like he can work, but at the end of the day he was there to job for Maven, and you don't do that by pinning someone with your boot.

[@Calgaryman10]

@@benizjammmin Well, that was his first and last WWE match. Propably would have been better of by showing he that he is trustworthy employee. Remember, your job in professional wrestling is acting your intended role as well as possible. Not acting Chris Jericho when you have been booked to boost Maven character.

[@JWUniverse]

The way you popped up reminded me of Triple H popping up to attack a Fan who just attacked Stone Cold in the match. Very well done!

[@Speedyreedy1218]

He did that when a fan tried to get Linda too.

[@magillagorilla57]

The ref got in that squabble too!

[@Speedyreedy1218]

@@magillagorilla57 After HHH already had it under control.

[@OmicronX-1999]

@@magillagorilla57 Heheh, yeah he did. It was pretty funny.

[@40yr.Old.Nerdin]

Loving the behind the scenes insight you offer. Wrestling was my jam back in the late 90s and early 2000s. Not so much in the last couple decades, but I still really enjoy hearing these tales. 👍🏻

[@Kevmaster2000]

The mid 2000s to early 2010s was the GOAT. And now it’s really good again too.

[@Speedyreedy1218]

​@@Kevmaster2000Early 2010s? Now? It's sucked to me since 2005.

[@DeckyStrikesBack]

​@Speedyreedy1218 it's the hottest it's been in a long time right now.

[@Speedyreedy1218]

@DeckyStrikesBack I don't watch show to show. But I've kept up with what's happening through podcasts. Whenever the podcaster talks about "what's hot" and makes a recommendation of a segment, I look for the clip. And still, I am bored, disappointed, and unimpressed by what you consider "is the hottest It's been in a long time. "

[@DeckyStrikesBack]

@@Speedyreedy1218 ah yes. Listening to podcasts....the best way to watch wrestling!

[@GregMerritt-ws8tq]

This is a breath of fresh air in contrast to all the bruised ego beat downs and revenge plots we hear about on here. Thank you.

[@FragileLense]

I’m not gon lie I grew up on ruthless aggression and growing up I wasn’t the biggest maven fan. But his KZbin grind has been very interesting. Been watching a lot of his videos. Keep it up dude

[@biskcuit]

Man, at this point, I want to hear whatever Maven wants to say. If I'm not wrong, this channel has become one of the amazing things after Attitude era. Mr. Maven, I must really acknowledge your amazing narrating ability. God bless you and stay healthy.

[@mannymartinez3410]

My man got rocked with that clothesline lol 2:43 . This is the kinda content we never knew we needed. Great video Maven

[@JeremyBogie]

Yea so many people are saying he did it the nice way. He totally stiffed Masada as he should’ve.

[@dillonsutton9677]

Hey Maven, I just wanted you to know that you are a GREAT charismatic speaker. Man, you can make anyone feel the emotions you want them to feel with any inflection of your voice. It’s stunning and I take notes of it as I speak publicly or personally to people. Thanks!!

[@DrSlick]

It brings a smile to my face how you appreciate every moment that you were in the WWE.

[@devenbereznoff244]

Honestly I would love to see more videos like this where you analyze and explain what’s going on in your matches. I think it’s very cool seeing the process of how matches are broken down and how you improvise.

[@Vasanbunshichi]

Bro u are so respectful, and how you explained every part of the match and how you handle things on and off the the ring is pure sportsmanship mad respect for you 👊

[@rockethot]

Thanks for the vid Maven. You lived the dream that a lot of us had as kids and really appreciate you sharing your story. Your channel has gotten me back into wrestling.

[@OmegaS-117]

I am so glad you have a YT channel that shows the things that are kinda behind the scenes of wrestling since I grew up watched wrestling in late 90’s on VHS tapes but I really started watching wrestling in 2013 or 2014

[@MegaHarv]

I couldn't help but LMAO at the reactionary clothesline to the situation. I don't think it was "Stiff" per say, but there was enough mustard on that clothesline that Maven's opponent was going down no matter what. I agree though that it was warranted

[@oz_jones]

He has said that he has a temper, lol. Clothesline to teach the rookie, then take control. Simple as.

[@Adam-kn3tv]

Per se*

[@randomlyfactual1943]

​@@Adam-kn3tv Percy*

[@shoestringtheories]

Maven, I've never watched WWE in my life but the way you present everything is so entertaining that I watch every video!

[@djmoney1213]

Great channel and even better shirt. I hope you never get tired of making videos cause they’re always top tier

[@y2kcjs]

This is what modern day wrestlers need more of, protecting your character, having some old school mentality and competitiveness. These days its a bit of a free for all

[@Speedyreedy1218]

They need to protect legends' finishers too.

[@jasontodd1896]

Agree

[@Boss-6]

haven't watch WWE for years but watchin it with you explaining makes me watch it again. thanks MAVEN! appreciate it man!

[@bradlove2502]

Undertaker had some good things to say about yalls royal rumble spot the other week and it immediately made me want a Maven Royal Rumble spot but you HAVE to eliminate a BIG name hahaha

[@KDanio]

Masada was crazy in japan, so much cruel matches :D

[@h.tantamoq8743]

With Jun Kasai.. 🤯 When I heard Maven say the name Masada, my alarm bells were ringing. That man is not a joke, tough as nails to say the least. Good to hear he was so civilised about his mistake, good sport. 😊

[@TheSteezyEazyMMAHour]

As somebody who wrestled on the Indy scene for many many years hearing these stories from this high up in the business the way you tell these stories my god I’m so glad I found this channel

[@RedTail1-1]

oooo! Heard that punch clear as day. Damn, man. You really laid into him.

[@Diggy22]

He must be glad that he didn't try that with Perry Saturn ☕

[@eclectica1]

Or Bob Holly.

[@williamsmith666]

P.S. Perry Saturn

[@Jxtreme0000]

Best entrance theme song ever. Big Mother Thruster - Tattoo. One of the reasons I liked Maven since the tough enough days.

[@ConsistentlyInconsistent21]

That's a crazy opinion.

[@AlexVenthem]

I love watching your videos, even small matches like this get 10 minute videos because of what people can learn as aspiring wrestlers. Keep doing what you're doing, love from UK

[@paulberrymusic3439]

Love watching ur videos maven ! Always interesting ! Keep it up. I used to love wrestling as a kid I'm 30 now , listening to you talk about this sport has made me appreciate the art of it . Great stuff

[@mikeflemingchannel]

That is a really good story. As I kid, I swore wrestling was not a scripted sport, because you all do such a great job. Thanks for giving these glimpses into how it all works. I truly enjoy every video you do.

[@oz_jones]

The storylines might be fake, but the bumps definitely aren't. Never been a huge fan, but I do get it.

[@garygonzales1005]

Go unscripted again and crash the 2025 royal rumble you never got eliminated

[@kingkruel333]

You always make my Friday nights before going back into work the best, thank you maven.

[@MavenKHuffman]

👍🏽🙏🏽

[@damionsaintclaire2365]

First off. I love these videos. Thank you for taking the time out for your content. Secondly. That i think was the first time i ever seen you actually pissed in any capacity. I just wish you gave 100%. As you talked about prior. I was just like man this guy has talent and could go somewhere. Loved you as a kid watching. Now at 34 its pretty cool to see you make these videos and talk about REAL things. Respect to you man. If you do see this i hope you have a great day or night.

[@MavenKHuffman]

Me too…. If old me could go back and slap some sense into young me!!!!!

[@damionsaintclaire2365]

@@MavenKHuffman We all have those moments. That "why did i do it this way when i could have done it that way" Im just happy for you that when youve matured you are able to talk about it. Its not easy for anyone. Especially something that big.

[@gregoryroth2180]

Maven, everyone who grew up during the attitude/ruthless era are so thrilled to see that you are doing well and good. Keep making the youtubes, you are a treasure to professional wrestling :D

[@nickdefiler796]

Damn i forgot about Masada in WWE. He is Ultraviolent Wrestling Legend

[@AndromedanPrince]

Just wanna say I love your channel, I wrestled on the independents in Vegas back in 2002 to 2006 and even though it wasn't WWE level a lot of what you say is very relatable to my experience I started in my teens and had to go above and beyond just to prove myself and get respect and learn to stand up for myself because some of the guys could be mean AF lol my trainers were legends Nick Bockwinkle and Scott Casey they were tough but actually super nice guys and I was so honored to have trainers of that level. Btw, one of my class mates at the Wrestling School was Kenny King from Tough Enough 2 lol right after the show ended he joined the school and that experience deserves a story time of itself 😂😂

[@joshsydenstricker1042]

Maven I just learned you’re an emu alumni. Don’t see many of us. Love the channel. Keep it up

[@PXX-t1j]

I didn't know who you were and I'm not that big fan of WWE. I saw some stuff in swedish TV long time ago but that's it. For some reason your videos pop up and I have started to watch them. I must say you seem to be a really decent guy and nice guy and I really enjoy your videos! Nicely done Mr Maven.

[@amzkm3811]

Thank you for everything you've done for us - the fans! Thank you for the memories!

[@maniacloc15]

Bro the crowd pop when your music comes on CLEARY shows how much people loved you dude you was and still are an amazing Talent 👏

[@baldsportsfan9368]

Love seeing these types of breakdowns Maven

[@theraVen27]

This was a great video. The off script actually made a great little story. He does that in the indies, but that won’t fly in the big league where the best compete. Great vid here

[@bradlove2502]

And another thing I forgot how AMAZING your entrance music was WOW!

[@CentennialCripple]

I still listen to your entrance music frequently. That song is legit, and I miss seeing you wrestle.

[@ghostfreak1309]

I've only ever seen Maven in the ring a few times, but he seems to have Hall Of Fame levels of experience! Love him!

[@MattBG67]

The feedback from the crowd is crazy good

[@majjkk999gaming6]

I remember watching this on KZbin with my brother, and we laughed at how this man just clocked Masada 😂

[@salsanacho]

I like how all the backstage folks appreciated how you protected the WWE brand by going off script.

[@josephmulry7874]

Love your channel. and so glad for your online success!

[@GarrettXPrime]

you are such a great story teller man i cannot believe none of the big promotions are utilizing your talent and ability to speak

[@TheStonersCommittee]

I knew this what you were talkin about. I heard you mention it before. Great video dude 😂😂

[@Hoopsrocks]

Love your videos. I love that you have that inside perspective that you can convey like a down to earth dude, without the baggage of still having to toe the company line. Keep up the good work! 👍

[@jerryd551]

I think Masada is a case in which an outsider tries to impress but just hasn't figured out how things work here. If he was gonna lose to Mave anyways, might as well make himself look better in the process. But he just didn't understand the game rules of WWE.

[@BoogalooBartholomew]

Thank you, Maven, for this channel. I have been a lifelong fan, to the point where I wanted to make it a career. One check-up at the doctor later I found it riskier than I anticipated lol. Anyway, these videos give a legit glimpse of what the life of a wrestler truly entails. I'm grateful for these snapshots of your wrestling journey, and I wish you continuous success.

[@Mr.Dennis87]

Maven has become one of my favorite wrestling content creator

[@romuluslives2707]

Man i love your channel maven hands down one of the best channels out here. You've opened the doors and opened the behind the scenes to us die hard wrestling fans. Please keep it up

[@claude7923]

+10 points for wearing a Dreamville T shirt, I'm also a J Cole Fan😊

[@thesuperdingos]

I didn’t know you could call audibles like that during matches.

[@phantasmaunotroup]

Well they do have to sometimes improvise on the fly when something doesn't go according to plan

[@skutterbutter21]

Damn I never realized that Masada wrestled a match in wwe. Great video maven!

[@Trey9876]

I'm a proud Maven 🥜 hugger .

[@Teddy42O]

Fruity comment 🌈🤣🤣

[@jaeknox9587]

That’s called protecting the business, and really cool not being a jerk about it after and explaining to the worker what he did wrong. A lot of established wrestlers would’ve been a jerk about that and made a really brutal example in the ring of the guy. Solid move not going hard on em

[@jss27560]

I did notice him standing on your chest as soon as it happened before you mentioned it. It did seem like a sign of disrespect that Chris could have got away with but less of talents couldn't. I didn't think you would get reemed for doing .doing it

[@TRONMAGNUM2099]

Maven, This reminds me of a video with KoKo B Ware. I think his opponent tried to go into business for himself and Koko leveled him with a clothesline. Your clothesline sent a message as well. Great job on letting him know he was a guest in your house.

[@1976P]

You mean "Koko Ware absolutely murders a jobber?"

[@mrbew4186]

Bro ngl your theme song gives me so much nostalgia I’m 29 and used to love wrestling used to think I would before I found bball 😂 you remind me of the love I had for it honestly. I’m a forever support 💯

[@TCR2025]

Man I hit 8 ads watching this video😂 sheesh

[@npmeyer77]

MAN I can't get enough Maven! Good stuff, as usual.

[@neojd]

Pretty cool behind the scenes explanation, and nice to get a play by play of 1 of your matches. Keep up the good work.

[@Xfactor0000]

Hold on, so you've been filming all alone? A Big Respect for you sir👑

[@danny29x]

I stopped watching WWF/WWE before you joined but really enjoy your videos anyway. You have an interesting way of telling what you did in the business. You seem like a cool guy. Keep doing what you do you way you do it. Awesome videos 🤘

[@SedraShelova-cc3dx]

Bro, your videos are gold.

[@BlazePokePulls]

Facts.

[@sonyg0640]

no one asked you.

[@biskcuit]

100%

[@Leo_ai75]

Loving these behind the scenes takes on the life of a WWE Wrestler. Keep them coming Mave.

[@human9512]

Love From INDIA Maven. ❤

[@deckytrfc1]

Only came across your channel a few weeks ago & it’s become one of my go to channels.

[@spartacus778]

this is some of the most unique wrestling content I've ever seen. Thanks Maven for bringing us this wonderful view of wrestling

[@adotsmith]

Honey wake up, Maven uploaded again!

[@Waltuhbrownie]

I went on a maven video binge 😳 thanks man I love your positive vibes and the way you describe everything

[@darylcastillo1439]

A friend of mine who used to wrestle said the reason why he was regularly booked was because he had no problem putting over other, bigger talent by getting squashed in quick matches. Those who try to put themselves over (main character syndrome) would not be asked back. This is a great example of this, and a great story behind this match, Maven!

[@ghazzter]

Masada is a legend in his own right, but he had to learn to get where he is today. What you did in this match is something that he'll never forget, and it was, even if he doesn't know it, was to his benefit.

[@Twintailwinds]

Love hearing you talk thru the backstage stuff Maven. Keep up love seeing you succeed

[@GaryJr530]

Hey Maven, guess what? I used to work at an orange juice factory, but I got canned, couldn't concentrate. 😂

[@JoshB1111]

Love ur channel Maven!! I'm a 47yo wrestling fan who thinks ur wrestling KZbin CHANNEL is da best!!!

[@VonPunk]

This is a cool channel, my first day watching some vids here, I'd heard somewhere Maven did not like talking or being asked about wrestling, whether that was false or he's changed his stance, I love seeing people embracing past roles/jobs and talking so positively and wholesomely about it even if it wasn't so great at times. If you can laugh and reflect on the past, it just does you good in the present and future. I will watch more. I remember this match, I'd enjoyed Masada in ROH around this time so it was fun to see him in a WWE ring. Very interesting to hear this story, as a viewer I was completely unaware of the off script parts of it and it's fun to hear the full story from laying out the match to backstage after, I was left with no questions, very satisfying story. Thanks Maven.

[@Urbanizemecapn]

You have great ideas and do a phenomenal job of incorporating your wrestling experiences in a KZbin format

[@Daymond42]

Maven, I wanted to thank you for two notable things with your KZbin channel. For one, I really enjoy how you break things down and explain how things happen in the match, and how things work behind the curtain as well. I also really like your method of explaining. I feel your teaching background shines through in that aspect. I recently started a job as a substitute teacher, and never really considered myself a "talker", but I had to learn quickly with this job. Your videos seem to help me figure that part out, as well. Maybe it's just because I'm more of an introvert at heart... but hey, we all can change ourselves, right? :> Thanks for reading this!

[@GodBlessGodBless1227]

Maven you have 1 of the sickest intros. It’s a shame you don’t like it LOL. That guitar lick is classic ! Thanks for the vid. God Bless ❤.

[@JaredRangel08]

I enjoy your content Maven! I wish your run in the WWE would have been a lot longer im sure you would have had a great and successful run. Keep up the good work!

[@PreacherJenkins]

Your editing and production is top notch

[@AbleAnderson]

I’m surprised more wrestlers don’t do this bc it’s extremely entertaining and interesting to hear these kinds of stories

[@alfianbon9885]

6:20 The crowd popped the hardest actually during the time when you clotheslined him and threw in all those punches. Crazy how the best moments in a match are most likely from all those off-script moments