Introduction to Bishop Dyer: A New Chapter in Pro Wrestling
Bishop Dyer, the new persona of Tom Pestock, is making waves in the pro wrestling world. Although Dyer is new to the scene, Tom Pestock is not, having spent nearly 13 years in WWE as Baron Corbin. The transition to a new identity marks a significant shift in Pestock’s career, as he forges a new path outside of WWE.
Adjusting to a New Persona
In a recent interview with WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard, Bishop Dyer discussed his experience adjusting to his new persona. Dyer mentioned that it’s an adjustment for everyone, including fans and peers, who still refer to him as Baron Corbin. He recalled a recent match in Mexico where the crowd chanted “Baron Corbin,” and he had to adapt to the new name. Dyer explained that he tried to keep the Baron Corbin name initially, but WWE declined, leading him to create a new identity.
Evolution and Growth
Dyer views his departure from WWE as a reset, allowing him to evolve and grow as a wrestler. He acknowledged that it’s a process to get used to the new name, and he sometimes accidentally signs autographs as “Baron Corbin.” Dyer trained at Nattie’s gym, where he met with fellow wrestlers Jamie Noble, Apollo Crews, and Angelo Dawkins, who still refer to him as Corbin. This experience highlights the challenges of transitioning to a new persona, especially after 13 years of being known as Baron Corbin.
Facing Satoshi Kojima and Embracing Japanese Wrestling Style
Bishop Dyer is set to face Japanese legend Satoshi Kojima at MLW Slaughterhouse. Dyer expressed his excitement about competing against Kojima, citing his admiration for Japanese wrestling style. He reached out to Finn Balor for feedback on facing Kojima, who praised Kojima’s skills and intensity. Dyer is eager to adapt his skills to the Japanese style, which he believes will be an incredible experience. He also mentioned that he texted CM Punk about the upcoming match, and Punk expressed interest in attending the event.
Training and Preparation
To prepare for his match against Kojima, Dyer has been training with Natalya and TJ Wilson at their Dungeon wrestling school. He believes that this training will give him the best chance to compete with Kojima and other Luchadors like Mascara Dorada. Dyer’s goal is to advance in the tournament and put Kojima down, which would be a significant achievement in his new career.
Conclusion and Upcoming Event
MLW Slaughterhouse takes place on Saturday, October 4, at Thunder Studios Arena in Long Beach, California, and will air live on MLW’s YouTube channel. Bishop Dyer’s match against Satoshi Kojima promises to be an exciting encounter, as he continues to make a name for himself in the pro wrestling world. For more information on Bishop Dyer and his journey, visit Here
