Raj Dhesi — better known as Jinder Mahal during his time in WWE — is hoping to see more South Asian representation in the world of professional wrestling soon.
Speaking with Straight Talk Wrestling, Dhesi said that he wanted to mentor the next generation of South Asian wrestlers. He stated that they were underrepresented in wrestling at the moment. Dhesi highlighted the importance of giving back. (H/t Fightful)
“I just want to in a way mentor South Asian wrestlers, the next generation, help them out as much as possible because we didn’t have that before,” said Dhesi. “I didn’t have that before. We didn’t have resources where there was veterans that were really willing to help us out or get us booked places or wrestle with us, so I think that’s very important is giving back to the next generation of South Asians, whether they’re from India or Canada or USA. We’re all the same, and we’re very underrepresented in wrestling right now, and I want to see that change.”
Raj Dhesi: There’s Room For All Of Us
Dhesi went on to say that South Asian wrestlers face so much discrimination and hardships. He stated that he wants to give back, as there was enough room for everyone. Dhesi reiterated that he wanted to see that change.
“We face so many hardships, like discrimination, everything. I want to change the perception,” Dhesi said. “So that’s what I really want to do, that’s what this run is about,” Dhesi said. “It’s about giving back, and just creating camaraderie, creating a brotherhood amongst us where we’re not in competition with each other. There’s enough space, there’s enough spots for all of us, for all of us to have successful careers because for a while, we always felt like there’s only room for one of us, and that’s gotta change, and it’s gonna change.”
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