Sat Sep 20 23:50:00 UTC 2025: **SPORTS ILLUSTRATED: Breakker Credits Sheamus for Solidifying His Place in WWE**

**Orlando, FL -** Rising WWE star Bron Breakker has named veteran Sheamus as the key figure in his transition to the main roster. Despite his quick success including reigns as both NXT and Intercontinental Champion, Breakker revealed in an interview with ESPN Unsportsmanlike that his true “Welcome to WWE” moment came through a series of matches with the Irish brawler.

“I think my ‘Welcome to the WWE’ moment was probably when I worked with Sheamus,” Breakker stated, praising Sheamus’ physicality, respect within the locker room, and future Hall of Fame status. “He’s someone that makes you earn it, he’s really physical out there. I obviously enjoy that type of combat sports, I love getting in there. He’s someone that’s really fun to work with, he’s really fun to watch.”

Breakker and Sheamus have clashed multiple times since Breakker’s arrival on Monday Night Raw, including a memorable match for the Intercontinental Championship earlier this year, a title that has eluded Sheamus throughout his career.

The news comes as Breakker prepares for a high-profile tag team match at the inaugural WWE Wrestlepalooza this weekend. He will team with Bronson Reed as “The Vision” to face The Usos, reuniting for the first time in two years. The Vision is a dominant faction led by Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman.

WWE Wrestlepalooza will stream on the ESPN app and Netflix (internationally) on Saturday night. The event boasts a stacked card, including John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar, Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch vs. CM Punk & AJ Lee, and Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

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