JBL Recalls Backstage Shoot Match Between Big Show And Great Khali

WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield has shared a story about a backstage altercation involving two of wrestling’s largest superstars, The Big Show and The Great Khali.

Speaking on an episode of the Something to Wrestle podcast, JBL recounted hearing about the incident, though he clarified he was not present when it occurred.

“Big Show and Khali got into, I wouldn’t say it was a fight, it was like a shoot wrestling match, overseas, one time,” he said. “Both of them ended up on the ground, apparently, they kind of worked up to a shoot. I don’t know if Khali tried to take Big Show down or something, or if Big Show took him down. I can’t remember.”

The altercation reportedly happened during an overseas tour and escalated into a real wrestling contest rather than a typical backstage disagreement. Although JBL did not witness the encounter himself, he offered his thoughts on the likely outcome had the clash been more serious.

When asked who he would back in a legitimate fight between the two giants, JBL was quick to make his choice. He said he would favour Wight, noting that Khali’s well-documented mobility issues would have placed him at a major disadvantage.

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