Former WWE star MVP discussed the potential Zilla Fatu has and how being Umaga’s son can be both a curse and a boon for the WWE NXT star.
MVP, talking about his “Dating MVP and Dwayne SwayzeThe podcast said he sees a lot of potential in Fatou, despite the pressure he faces to live up to his father’s and family’s name. The AEW star believes the name will give him an edge, but there will be a lot of demands on him to live up to his father’s name.
“It’s a huge start because this is Umaga’s son and we all know what and who Umaga was,” he began. “So there are certain expectations of you. You have to carry that burden. You are expected to be as old as your father. Maybe not immediately. Are you named Fatu? You’re going to move to the front of the line because your name is already bankable.”
He pointed out the qualities the “NXT” star has that could stand him in good stead, while reminding him that he has to put in a lot of work to be successful in WWE.
“He’s a big kid, a good-looking kid, he’s got presence, he’s got charisma, he’s got quickness. He has huge upside and could be a big star. They see it in him. So he’s moved to head of the line because of the name, but that weight comes with it,” he added. “(His good things are) His talent, his ability, his desire, you know, his drive. He could be great. He’s young, though. He is very young. He has to do the work. And people think, well, you made it to NXT, you made it. No, you didn’t. Because now you really need to show up.
MVP is confident that Fatou will be a WWE star for many years to come due to his talent as well as the guidance he can receive. his family members In WWE.