Seth Rollins reveals what happened to WWE fan who helped him pull off insane stunt 20 years ago
Seth Rollins has revealed that the spectator who helped him perform a spectacular moonsault more than 20 years ago is now a professional wrestling commentator.
Seth Rollins has revealed that the spectator who helped him perform a spectacular moonsault more than 20 years ago is now a professional wrestling commentator.
The WWE star explained that the man was his longtime friend Timothy Regal, who currently works for independent wrestling promotion SCW Pro.
Speaking on 'The Kittle Things' podcast, Rollins recalled the famous moment from a 2005 IWA Mid-South match against Matt Sydal.
The wrestler, then known as Tyler Black, launched himself off Regal's stomach before flipping backwards onto his opponent.
Although the move appeared spontaneous, Rollins explained that he had arranged everything with his friend beforehand.
The pair planned for Regal to move towards a ring post during a ringside brawl, positioning himself against it while other spectators moved away.
Rollins wanted his friend to remain completely still so he could use his stomach as a platform.
He admitted that they practised the positioning earlier that day, but he never rehearsed the actual backflip.
He said: "I never practiced the flip."
Rollins, who was 19 at the time, admitted he was far less concerned about the potential danger than he would be today.
The former world champion also remembered how excited Regal was about appearing in the match.
According to Rollins, his friend hoped the footage would make him famous as wrestling DVDs circulated among fans.
The clip eventually gained attention online and has continued to resurface over the years.
Rollins explained that Regal remains involved in professional wrestling through his commentary work for SCW Pro.
The promotion is co-run by Marek Brave, who also operates the Black and Brave Wrestling Academy alongside Rollins.
