Austin Theory has been anything but complacent since capturing the WWE Tag Team Championship alongside Grayson Waller at WrestleMania 40. The duo, known as A-Town Down Under, has successfully defended their titles for 50 days, taking on formidable teams like The Street Profits and expanding their influence internationally, including notable appearances in Saudi Arabia. Recently, during an interview on the Battleground Podcast, Theory upped the ante, issuing a bold challenge to UFC fighters, hinting at a high-stakes crossover match.
“Is it Conor McGregor? Is that who we want? Is that who wants to step up to Austin Theory, the undefeated tag team champion?” Theory provocatively questioned. “I mean, maybe Conor’s so tough, maybe he just wants to fight both the tag team champions. So maybe he has a handicap match because, you know, his ego. Because me and Grayson Waller, we don’t have egos, you know? We’re very set straight, we work hard, we’re champions. We show up to work, only if we’re not busy. So, Conor McGregor, maybe that’s the crossover.”
Austin Theory and Grayson Waller have maintained an undefeated record in their tag team title defenses, though they did suffer a technical loss. This setback occurred when LA Knight and The Street Profits defeated Theory, Waller, and Carmelo Hayes in a six-man tag team match on the May 24 episode of “WWE SmackDown.” Despite this blemish, Theory’s confidence and brashness remain unshaken, as he expanded on his ambitious UFC/WWE crossover proposal.
“But really, any of the UFC guys. I mean, that’d be pretty cool to see, you know?” Theory continued. “And watching those punches go from that to up on my shoulders into an A-Town Down, you know? Not ready for that! But I’m down. I’m down, I’m excited! Why not?”
Theory’s bravado is not surprising to fans familiar with his career trajectory. Since joining WWE, he has consistently pushed boundaries, both in the ring and through his persona. His latest challenge, however, takes his audacity to a new level, suggesting he and Waller are ready to take on MMA’s elite. The idea of a crossover match with UFC stars, particularly a high-profile name like Conor McGregor, could potentially draw significant attention and excitement from both wrestling and MMA fans.
This proposed match would not only test the physical prowess of WWE’s tag team champions but also bring a unique spectacle to the sports entertainment world. Theory’s insistence on a handicap match highlights his desire to prove himself on a grand stage, pushing the narrative that he and Waller are prepared for any challenge, no matter how formidable.
While the logistics of such a crossover remain speculative, Theory’s enthusiasm and boldness have already sparked conversations. His challenge to McGregor and other UFC fighters could pave the way for future collaborations between WWE and UFC, blending the athleticism and entertainment value of both worlds.
Austin Theory’s ambitions reflect a broader trend in wrestling where boundaries are continually being pushed, and new, exciting matchups are always on the horizon. Whether or not this challenge materializes, it underscores Theory’s commitment to making headlines and establishing himself as a prominent figure in the wrestling industry.
