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Matt Hardy Reacts To Jeff Hardy Saying He Could’ve Been Bigger Than John Cena If He Lived A Healthy Lifestyle

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Matt Hardy weighed in on the internet debate sparked by his brother Jeff Hardy’s recent comments. Jeff had claimed in an interview that he could have been a bigger star than John Cena if he had maintained a healthier lifestyle earlier in his career. The remark ignited widespread discussion among fans, who debated Jeff’s potential versus Cena’s iconic status.

On the latest episode of The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy podcast, Matt acknowledged his brother’s unique qualities while offering a realistic perspective:

“I think if Jeff would’ve been in the right headspace and had his act together like he does now, I think he could have been a top guy for a long time. I don’t know if he would’ve been bigger than Cena just because I don’t know how Jeff’s promos would have translated over.

He’s a very unique character, he’s a very unique enigma. But talking, especially at that time with Vince (McMahon) in charge, was a very important factor.”

Matt highlighted Jeff’s undeniable charisma and mystique, describing him as an anomaly in professional wrestling:

“He had so much equity, and people were so invested in him because of his charisma and the mystique behind Jeff Hardy. He really is an anomaly. There’s something about him that just draws you to him. He has it, which a lot of people don’t have.”

However, Matt acknowledged that Vince McMahon’s emphasis on articulate promo delivery for top stars could have been a limiting factor for Jeff:

“I know they want someone typically as a top guy who’s really well-spoken, very articulate, and stuff, and that’s not exactly Jeff’s strong suit. But it would have been very interesting to see if he would have been in this headspace, how far he could have gone.”

Matt concluded by asserting that Jeff could have been a dominant figure in WWE under the right circumstances:

“I definitely think he could have been a top guy, a multiple-time world champion, and had a few years where he was dominant on top.”

The discussion underscored Jeff Hardy’s unique appeal while also recognizing the systemic challenges and personal hurdles that shaped his career trajectory.

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