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Theory credits IShowSpeed's WrestleMania 42 athleticism to training with him and Logan Paul

Theory talks Speed ahead of Backlash Saturday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 71 min read
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What happened: Austin Theory joined SportsCenter to discuss WWE Backlash on Saturday night and reflect on WrestleMania 42. Theory said IShowSpeed's athletic showing at WrestleMania traced back to preparation work done with him and Logan Paul. The appearance was framed around Theory's storyline build heading into the Backlash card.

Why it matters: Speed's WrestleMania 42 spot was one of the event's most talked-about crossover moments, and Theory's claim positions him as a behind-the-scenes architect of that performance. With Backlash arriving Saturday, the segment doubles as a promo vehicle to draw casual viewers tuned in for the influencer crossover. It also keeps Logan Paul tethered to Theory's story even when Paul is not on the card.

What to watch: Watch Backlash on Saturday night to see whether Theory's WrestleMania-era alignment with Logan Paul carries into his match. Any on-camera Speed cameo would confirm the crossover angle is still active.

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