Dexter Lumis credits Bully Ray for psychology lessons in TNA
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Former WWE star Dexter Lumis spoke about the significant role Hall of Famer Bully Ray played in his early wrestling career during an appearance on 'Insight'. Lumis acknowledged that Ray helped him understand the psychology of pro wrestling, which was crucial for his development. Lumis first gained recognition in TNA after winning the 2012 'Gut Check' competition and later joined WWE NXT in 2019. After being released by WWE in April 2022, Lumis returned to the main roster but faced another release in April 2026.
- •Lumis learned vital wrestling psychology from Bully Ray.
- •He won the TNA 'Gut Check' competition in 2012.
- •Lumis was part of WWE from 2019 until April 2022.
- •He returned to WWE main roster in 2024 before a second release.
- •Lumis is currently a free agent.
- 12:30 PMWrestling Inc — Former WWE Star Dexter Lumis Credits Bully Ray For Teaching Him Psychology In TNA
"Ex-WWE star Dexter Lumis explains how vital Hall of Famer Bully Ray was in the beginning of his wrestling career.
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