Cosplay and Wrestling with Darin Corbin at Nightmare Weekened

Shockingly, Darin Corbin made his wrestling debut in 2004. It is an understatement to say I was surprised to learn that.

While I have known of Corbin for a while, I first saw him up close in action at 2econd Wrestling a few years back. There is no way I would have guessed he has been around so long. I guessed he was about a 10 year vet.

I have seen him wrestle several times at 2econd and a few times elsewhere. He has a great moveset and ring presence. I love 2econd Wrestling, but I question their lack of a better direction for Corbin. Of course, I don't know the inner workings at 2econd, but I firmly believe Corbin has been underused. He should be a part of the title picture. He should be one of the faces of the company. He's that good.

When Tony and I heard he was appearing at GalaxyCon Nightmare Weekend, we messaged him about a quick picture. Despite being busy, he met us ringside and actually took the time to chat with us a bit. Then later that day, he was part of the cosplay wrestling card at the convention. O course, he was his usual entertaining self, while also being in cosplay mode.

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Darin Corbin and me in Rosemont, IL-May 2025.

Where is the Darin Corbin Story Going?

Darin Corbin is an original member of the 2econd Wrestling roster. His history there has been interesting.

So far, he has verbally sparred with 2econd promoter Rabbi Fine. While he wrestles on most shows, Rabi Fine has made his wrestling life difficult as payback for Corbin's nefarious actions. On one hand, one could say he is floundering in 2econd, floating aimlessly at the whim of Rabbi Fine. I like to think this is part of a long-range story arc which will have a big payoff. I see Corbin as a future 2econd champ. 

Either way, I applaud Corbin for being the ultimate team player. He is talented enough to be champ, yet he is willing to play this role for now.

Again looking at the positive, Corbin is getting solid exposure in a front line story. He just isn't in the title picture, yet. That is really what all wrestlers want. Whether scripted or not, all wrestlers still want to hold the title. It means the company trusts you to be the face of the company. It means more exposure. It means big matches with big name opponents.

If others are like me, they are growing in respect for Corbin. When that title match happens for him and he wins, I think the place  will erupt.

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Darin Corbin and me in Arlington Heights, IL-September 2024.