Sheamus Discusses His Match Philosophy and Crowd Connection in WWE

STAMFORD, Conn. — WWE Superstar Sheamus recently opened up about his match philosophy during an appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show.” The Irish wrestler discussed how he connects with the crowd and why he refrains from watching his old matches.

Sheamus, who has had a storied career over the last 15 years, described his early days in WWE as filled with nerves and insecurities. “I try not to watch my old stuff,” he said. “I feel when I first started in WWE, I was so nervous and self-conscious about myself, and I wasn’t really in the moment. I wasn’t really enjoying it.”

He emphasized that his approach has evolved over time. “Now I’m at the point where I just love going out there, feel the crowd. … I always hear you. I can hear you over 20,000 people,” he added, referring to McAfee’s enthusiastic commentary.

Sheamus also expressed that his recent matches represent the pinnacle of his career. “I just enjoy, feel the crowd, I’m more in the moment than I’ve ever been,” he said. “That’s why I’m having the best matches of my entire career.”

As the Celtic Warrior gears up for the June 16 edition of WWE Monday Night Raw, he is set to face off in a King of the Ring first-round match against Rusev and Bronson Reed. The winner will face Cody Rhodes in the semifinals, providing Sheamus another opportunity to showcase his skills in the ring.