Jerry Wiseman Interviews RoH’s Colt Cabana

Colt Cabana in Demand in Ohio—Colt Cabana, rumored to be on his way back to New York, will be making stops in Ohio for two popular promotions in June and July. On June 26th Cabana will be wrestling as part of WAR-Wrestling and Respect, the Lima, Ohio based promotion known for hot crowds and great matches. Promoter Thomas Williams noted Cabana and WAR go back a long time and it is great to have Colt back on a WAR show.

On July 27th Cabana will be appearing for Scott Toler’s SWI wrestling in Sidney, Ohio at the Shelby County Fairgrounds. Cabana will be making an appearance at the local Aarons rent-to-own store on July 26th and July 27th for a meet and greet autograph session for fans. Toler has had decent crowds since his first show in April and hopes that Cabana will help bring a renewed interest in professional wrestling to the Northwest part of Ohio.

I recently spoke with Cabana, who not only wrestles but also takes part in doing stand-up comedy. Make sure to be a part of the Colt Cabana Express when it comes to Northwest Ohio in June and July.

Colt Cabana has been wrestling since 1999 and in that time he has worked for ROH, Wrestling Society X, the WWE, OVW, FCW and a few other indies. Cabana is outspoken, funny and a bit off the wall but is one helluva worker when the bell rings. In the midst of wrestling he can also be found opening for Mick Foley when they do stand-up at select comedy clubs. Cabana took a moment from his busy schedule to talk to Examiner.com

Q. You've spent a lot of time in ROH, what makes it different and almost cultish?
A. It's underground. We've gained an underground following. We don't have to listen to "the man" or be a part of corporate America. Because we don't have any creative restraints or glass ceilings, our performers go balls out and put on consistently memorable performances and shows.

Q. Your time in OVW, what is that like? As an OVW alum I have to say my time there was the most fun I've had in the business.
A. I always really liked Danny Davis (OVW owner), but it was one of the worst times in my life. Fortunately I made a lot of great friends and we were able to keep ourselves sane. The fans there were always great too. I did learn a lot in OVW and it was a great learning experience.

Q. Who would be the dream opponent for Colt Cabana?
A. My dream opponent was Johnny Saint and I was able to wrestle him for 1PW in Sheffield, England this past July. It was a true dream come true.

Q. Did it bother you to be called up to the WWE just to job and then get sent back to OVW? Do you see yourself back in the WWE soon?
A. Your facts are incorrect as it was FCW. I also was able then to get called back up to the road again while performing my WWE.com show that I was very proud of. A lot of guys don't even get the call up. That was a compliment in itself.

Q. What is your best road story?
A. I've been at it over 10 years now. I've got so many stories. We recently filmed a documentary w/ Bryan Danielson. It'll be available at www.wrestlingroaddiaries.com.

Q. In five years, what will we see Colt Cabana doing?
A. Wrestling and working on various comedy projects.

Q. How cool is it that your brother works on Family Guy?
A. It's just work man. He's worked so hard to get where he is. He deserves it. Just shows how far hard work and determination will take you.

Q.How do you change up your style for the different promotions you work for?
A. I try not to. My style is my style and that's why a specific promotion asks me to wrestle for them.

Q. What is next in wrestling for Colt Cabana?
A. ROH is going strong on HDNet every Monday. Otherwise check out twitter.com/drColtCabana for constant updates on my life and career.

Q. In the annals of wrestling, what do you want it to say about Colt Cabana?
A. Something completely different in a era of wrestling that was predictably boring.