I am so happy for Ivar and Erik. I honestly believe Erik would not return and when I heard Ivar got injured, I felt bad for both men. But they beat the odds, returns to the ring and finally won tag team gold once again! War Raiders forever!
I met him so many times and he’s genuinely a nice guy.He has a certain realness about him and he deserves the push.He has a certain humble demeanor about him that if you really know his story,his love for his chosen profession,how well spoken he is and his passion that is truly endearing
I'm so glad that Ivar and Erik both getting the recognition they deserve! The icing on the cake is when Wade says "Raw is WAR" every time they come out!
Boring af just like every wrestler rn. Except LA KNIGHT, Seth Rollins is cool, dolph Ziggler, missing a couple but it’s not that many good wrestlers left.
It's not much of a surprise to hear that 'Ivar' is one of the nicest guys ever. Yet it's still ultra cool to hear someone that, due to their gimmick, you rarely hear from. Thanks everyone for this.
Interviews like this make you appreciate what these men and women put themselves through. Gotta cherish every moment we see Ivar and Erik. They’ve both given a lot for this chance in the sun, and Ivar knows it could end any time. Bless him and Erik both.
Winning the tag titles and having the legendary Lillian Garcia announce you as the winners AND NEWWWWWWWWWWW. Legendary moment for a legendary tag team! Hell yea!
Such a eye opener. What a little piece of wisdom at the end as well. I'm not happy to prove them wrong. I'm happy to prove the people thst believed in me right." That's paraphrased because I couldn't remember word for word. Still hits the same. What a great way to think about it.
Another amazing video Chris 👏🏾👏🏾The War Raiders both came a long way it’s a great success story I’m so excited for their title reign under the og name hopefully it’s a lengthy reign.
So happy for this guy. I went to all the Chaotic shows back in the day and worked at a gym in Lowell where him and some of the other guys worked out. Very down to earth and all around nice guy. Next time you interview him, ask him about the time that Handsome Johnny’s mirror broke in Methuen. That’s when I became a fan.
@ As a fan from West Africa, Nigeria, of the pro wrestling product! Getting a response from one of the Goats of Wrestling interviews 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Christmas came Early 📌 Thank You sir ! And Congratulations on the New Bouncing Baby Boy🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I really enjoy watching Ivar and I've liked War Raiders a lot as well. I was pretty concerned Ivar had been released when things were kinda quiet for a bit there, but then he got to come back with his tag team partner so that was a huge relief.
Definitely a huge war raiders fan since I first seen them I'm happy things are going well for him definitely in my top favor modern tag teams of this era both guys are phenomenal in the ring
I have to admit I was not a fan of the Viking Raiders. Then I started watching their matches, WOW!!! Then I started digging into older matches on NJPW, WOW! Congratulations to the War Raiders!!
Ivar, if your reading this my friend congrats on your success , but also be safe and protect that neck. IMO, too many wrestlers take unnecessary chances. Be safe and be well. 🙏🏼
They are such old school tag team... They had finally captured the TT titles, but they deserve much more. + Both of them could've been great assests in the singles competition.
we are already in the current evolution for big man over 305 pounds moving like a cruiserweight with ez (Ivar, Bronson Reed, Keith Lee) with their most looked up to idols being Bam Bam Bigelow, Big Boss Man & Vader... and the future evolution will be Oba Femi, Hank & Tank, OTM ... once again thanks for doing this interview CVV ! much
To put it bluntly, Ivar aka Hanson deserves nothing more than to be inducted into the Hall of Fame (at least somewhere). Many have already been introduced for less. He and Rowe aka Erik deserve nothing less. I hope their title reign lasts a long time, they deserve it. Love you War Raiders! Thanks alot from germany to CVV for this wonderful conversation.
I 💯 agree but Ivar’s body is pretty banged up & I don’t think he has that much time left in his career unless he can continue his yoga & do some stem cells or other stuff to rejuvenate him in someway.
Ivar and Eric is amazing I ended up getting a photo with them at Mania weekend at the brunch. Time was up and the super stars were leaving and Eric and Ivar ran to me and said we want a photo with him real quick
Come along way Rowan&Hanson being thrown together as a tag team in ROH-War Machine, then coming to WWE in NXT, Erik&Ivar as The Viking Raiders to War Raiders.
I'm grateful to see Ivar back again, he's always an exciting performer to watch. My wife and I got to see the return of the War Raiders live, and the crowd around us was into it. Hope they have continued health and success!
Ivar is one of my absolute favorite wrestlers right now. His genuineness and ability in the ring are magnetic. I was SCREAMING at my TV when they won the tag team championship. I do wish Sarah Logan had a place in the War Raiders, but I'm so excited to see what the future holds for the War Raiders. Love, Love, Love them.
27:43 overqualified for your position. They were using you as kind of a filler position it sounded like and you shined much brighter than they expected. Kind of like telling a referee to make sure they fall like a referee and then they take a full on bump 😅
So happy for todd ivar whatever the fuck you know him as fact hes working with guys at the pc doesnt suprise me one bit to hear that , todd always been about the business
Xavier and Kofi watching this like: “SEEEEE?”😂😂😂
“The next step is getting those WWE tag team championships?” Uploading this episode the week they win the titles on raw
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Please try getting triple h 🙏 love the videos @@ChrisVanVliet
@@ChrisVanVliet saw what you did there great job ! CVV :D
I am so happy for Ivar and Erik. I honestly believe Erik would not return and when I heard Ivar got injured, I felt bad for both men. But they beat the odds, returns to the ring and finally won tag team gold once again!
War Raiders forever!
😂😂😂 war raiders? Tell me that’s not a group name 😂 plz tell me I’m seeing things. Sooo lame. Road warriors rip off.
Congrats to the War Raiders on winning the Tag Championships. So great to see the original name “War Raiders” name used again like in NXT.
I met him so many times and he’s genuinely a nice guy.He has a certain realness about him and he deserves the push.He has a certain humble demeanor about him that if you really know his story,his love for his chosen profession,how well spoken he is and his passion that is truly endearing
I'm so glad that Ivar and Erik both getting the recognition they deserve! The icing on the cake is when Wade says "Raw is WAR" every time they come out!
Ivar could be a single star, but he's good friends with erik. His loyalty just shows and he deserves whatever he gets. Incredible for a big man.
Or be a singles Star and still be a tag team
@danielland3767 think it would be to much, he's huge and older. Plus has an injury sheet on him.
Boring af just like every wrestler rn. Except LA KNIGHT, Seth Rollins is cool, dolph Ziggler, missing a couple but it’s not that many good wrestlers left.
It's not much of a surprise to hear that 'Ivar' is one of the nicest guys ever. Yet it's still ultra cool to hear someone that, due to their gimmick, you rarely hear from. Thanks everyone for this.
PS he's also shockingly talented
Excellet interview as always Mr. Van Vliet, I'm so glad Ivar and Erik won the titles. Very well deserved
Great timing for this video!
Interviews like this make you appreciate what these men and women put themselves through. Gotta cherish every moment we see Ivar and Erik. They’ve both given a lot for this chance in the sun, and Ivar knows it could end any time. Bless him and Erik both.
Winning the tag titles and having the legendary Lillian Garcia announce you as the winners AND NEWWWWWWWWWWW. Legendary moment for a legendary tag team! Hell yea!
Before his injury, Ivar was cutting some of my favorite promos. So glad to see them both back healthy and finding success immediately.
Your New Tag Team Champs War Raiders 🫡💪🏿♻️♻️🤝🏾🙏🏾 Great Interview CVV 👍🏿 💯
Glad to see Ivan and Erik recover from their injuries. Also congrats to them wining the tag titles.
Ivar
I went from being pretty passive about the War Raiders to Ivar joining my Boys Stable.
His singles run was generational.
ivar's match with oba femi was awesome
Met Eric and Ivar at the meet and greet at Wrestlemania XL, and they were awesome to talk to. They were super nice and took their time with everyone
Brilliant interview CVV. Congrats Ivar and Erik - go be that best tag team in this new era.
Such a eye opener. What a little piece of wisdom at the end as well. I'm not happy to prove them wrong. I'm happy to prove the people thst believed in me right." That's paraphrased because I couldn't remember word for word. Still hits the same. What a great way to think about it.
Another amazing video Chris 👏🏾👏🏾The War Raiders both came a long way it’s a great success story I’m so excited for their title reign under the og name hopefully it’s a lengthy reign.
War Raiders are given the recognition they deserve.
Congratulations on getting the tag belts! It seems like Erik and Ivar's career would make a good movie.
Great video didn't know his history great story and now for them to be tag champs what a story. Thanks CVV.
Excellent interview!
Truly, what a super cool guy. So stoked good things are happening for him and Erik.
So happy for this guy. I went to all the Chaotic shows back in the day and worked at a gym in Lowell where him and some of the other guys worked out. Very down to earth and all around nice guy. Next time you interview him, ask him about the time that Handsome Johnny’s mirror broke in Methuen. That’s when I became a fan.
As a fan of their work I really appreciate Sir Chris giving me the first class ticket of hearing all this takes, perspectives and stories
Glad you enjoyed this as much as I did!
@ As a fan from West Africa, Nigeria, of the pro wrestling product! Getting a response from one of the Goats of Wrestling interviews 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Christmas came Early 📌
Thank You sir ! And Congratulations on the New Bouncing Baby Boy🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@ChrisVanVlietyour vids are great
I really enjoy watching Ivar and I've liked War Raiders a lot as well. I was pretty concerned Ivar had been released when things were kinda quiet for a bit there, but then he got to come back with his tag team partner so that was a huge relief.
Definitely a huge war raiders fan since I first seen them I'm happy things are going well for him definitely in my top favor modern tag teams of this era both guys are phenomenal in the ring
I have to admit I was not a fan of the Viking Raiders. Then I started watching their matches, WOW!!! Then I started digging into older matches on NJPW, WOW! Congratulations to the War Raiders!!
Ivar, if your reading this my friend congrats on your success , but also be safe and protect that neck. IMO, too many wrestlers take unnecessary chances. Be safe and be well. 🙏🏼
This was an amazing episode as well. Im so happy for Ivar!! We are from the same city in Massachusetts. Lynn MA baby!! 🫡
gotta respect Ivar, such a legend
Im so glad I had the chance to see the war raiders win the world tag team titles at TD garden!! I was so happy for them
War Raiders vs The New Day loading... Kofi & Ivar had some underrated bangers🔥
They are such old school tag team... They had finally captured the TT titles, but they deserve much more. + Both of them could've been great assests in the singles competition.
Wonderful interview as always, would love to see Eric too on your show.❤
7:46 XD
*Cue the Spongebob asking Mr. Krabs for a raise video here*
we are already in the current evolution for big man over 305 pounds moving like a cruiserweight with ez (Ivar, Bronson Reed, Keith Lee) with their most looked up to idols being Bam Bam Bigelow, Big Boss Man & Vader... and the future evolution will be Oba Femi, Hank & Tank, OTM ... once again thanks for doing this interview CVV ! much
Just happy for him that it was the end of his career. Nobody deserves such an ending. Great interview greetings from Germany
I went back and watched the War Raiders win the tag titles after this interview. Well deserved.
I was loving Ivar's NXT run when he got hurt again. So glad to see him and Erik back and on top.
To put it bluntly, Ivar aka Hanson deserves nothing more than to be inducted into the Hall of Fame (at least somewhere). Many have already been introduced for less. He and Rowe aka Erik deserve nothing less. I hope their title reign lasts a long time, they deserve it. Love you War Raiders! Thanks alot from germany to CVV for this wonderful conversation.
I 💯 agree but Ivar’s body is pretty banged up & I don’t think he has that much time left in his career unless he can continue his yoga & do some stem cells or other stuff to rejuvenate him in someway.
This is going to be another great interview
Great interview
I feel like these guys are the new age road warriors hawk and animal were awesome now Ivan and Erik have filled that void
Oh WOW! I never knew that was him who confronted Heidenreich on that episode of Smackdown in 2004.
Ivar and Eric is amazing I ended up getting a photo with them at Mania weekend at the brunch. Time was up and the super stars were leaving and Eric and Ivar ran to me and said we want a photo with him real quick
How fitting and timely! Them winning the tag titles was a great move for WWE.
The timing of this is… ironic. Great interview!
The cart wheel he hits is perfect!
So glad he’s back
wow a lot of respect for him after seeing this 💗
I was right! Interview of the Year!
They deserved those World tag team championships !!! LETS GOOOO WAR WAR WAR
I'm happy for them winning the Tag Team Champions. It will be a great and meaningful reign.
I love this guy, he should have challenged GUNTHER for the IC at one point.
Keep up the great work Chris!!!!
Never saw them as war raiders but I will miss the ghost Viking ship in their intro.
Come along way Rowan&Hanson being thrown together as a tag team in ROH-War Machine, then coming to WWE in NXT, Erik&Ivar as The Viking Raiders to War Raiders.
Congratulations on your championship
I'm just happy that if/when these superstars gets in trouble physically, WWE can help them with medics/operations/therapies etc.
Congrats Chris on the birth of your son ❤ saw on Instagram. Ivar is awesome
I love how they both realized they couldn’t get to their goal solo and grew together as a tag team👍
RAAAAIIIIDDDDEEEERRRRRSSSS🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️beyond happy they back and not to mention wit tha tag belts🫡🫡🫡
Since day 1 #ROH YES new Raw tag champs, well deserved, im glad hes back too
After this interview CVV booked him for a title match which he won. He's now a tag team champion
Very talented big guy !
He is truly a Warrior
Ive known personally Todd from chaotic because of Brian milonas... so glad Todd is ok
🤘"Viking RAIDERS" the theme song is awesome still! Gym, Car and phone it doesnt matter🤘
Gonna need whoever runs WWE Vault to find that indie show footage, I know they see everything
I'm grateful to see Ivar back again, he's always an exciting performer to watch. My wife and I got to see the return of the War Raiders live, and the crowd around us was into it. Hope they have continued health and success!
Really great
Ivar is one of my absolute favorite wrestlers right now. His genuineness and ability in the ring are magnetic. I was SCREAMING at my TV when they won the tag team championship. I do wish Sarah Logan had a place in the War Raiders, but I'm so excited to see what the future holds for the War Raiders. Love, Love, Love them.
ivar what a year
35:53 that's what she said
👍890... Eugene is the Man...
CVV, name three things you are grateful for.
This man is living a hard life. Mad respect, but damn…
Ivar kind of reminds me of if Tom Segura was a pro wrestler 😂
I know Kofi and Xavier heard this interview 👀
Please interview Jason Jordan.
But he still got the money. Some people have been wrestling longer and that big contract would help injuries
That's NewDay comment didn't she well 🤣🤣
That beard has so many layers
27:43 overqualified for your position. They were using you as kind of a filler position it sounded like and you shined much brighter than they expected. Kind of like telling a referee to make sure they fall like a referee and then they take a full on bump 😅
Make a prediction video for royal rumble 2025❤
CVV
37:17 IVAR NOOOOOO
So happy for todd ivar whatever the fuck you know him as fact hes working with guys at the pc doesnt suprise me one bit to hear that , todd always been about the business
Hanson!!!!
neck fusion collective
😂😂
I forget he isnt an actual viking, when he speaks hus voice is so different
They are slowly changing to a more biker gang and it’s awesome works great frankly what wwe was missing
First time watching him in an interview, seems like a super cool guy. Am I the only one that thinks he sounds a lot like Kevin Owen’s tho? 🤣🤷🏻♂️
RAW IS WAR🔥🔥🔥
Simulated combat.... with the exception of those European uppercuts... Jeesh!!
"By the time this airs maybe you'll be world champion" .... well well, while you are doing predictions, the Powerball would be nice lol
That new day comment didn't age well😂😂