Carmelo Hayes Finisher

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Carmelo Hayes. Source: Getty

Christian Brigham, born on August 1, 1994, is an American professional wrestler. As of January 2025, he competes on WWE's SmackDown brand under the moniker Carmelo Hayes. Before making his transition to the main roster, Hayes began his WWE journey on the NXT brand. His time in NXT was marked by an 182-day reign as NXT Champion. Moreover, he is a two-time NXT North American Champion and a one-time, as well as the final, NXT Cruiserweight Champion.

Beyond his WWE accomplishments, Hayes achieved success on the independent circuits under the in-ring name Christian Casanova. His accolades include the CW Heavyweight Championship (2x), CW New England Championship, CW Tag Team Championship, Liberty States Heavyweight Championship, Limitless Wrestling World Championship, LPW Tag Team Championship, NCW New England Championship, and NEW Live Championship.

What is Carmela Hayes’ Finisher?

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Hayes using his finisher "Nothing But Net" on Jey Uso. Source: Getty

According to SmackDown Hotel, Carmelo Hayes uses "Nothing But Net" as his finishing maneuver, originally known as Diving Leg Drop, in professional wrestling. He also incorporates a 'Suplex Lift into a Cutter' as his finisher. He first executed both moves during his debut on WWE's NXT brand on June 1, 2021. Additionally, he has been utilizing the finisher 'Fedora Frog Splash,' commonly referred to as Frog Splash, since his professional wrestling debut on April 12, 2014, at Chaotic Wrestling (CHAOTIC).

Carmela Hayes’ Finisher list

FinishersFrom To
Nothing But Net (Diving Leg Drop)June 1, 2021Present
Suplex lift into a CutterJune 1, 2021Present
Fedora Frog Splash (Frog Splash)April 12, 2014Present

Carmela Hayes' signature moves

Carmelo Hayes incorporates a range of signature moves, such as the Melo Don't Miss, Low Pele Kick, Rope-Hung Scissors Kick, and Springboard Clothesline, as reported by chaseyoursport.com.

FAQs on Carmelo Hayes Finisher

A. Carmelo Hayes's finisher is "Nothing But Net”, which is originally known as Diving Leg Drop in professional wrestling.

A. Carmelo Hayes was trained by Brian Fury. He also worked at the WWE Performance Center.

A. Carmelo Hayes weighs about 210 lbs (95 kg).

A. Carmelo Hayes is billed from Worcester, Massachusetts, and Boston, Massachusetts.

A. Yes, Carmelo Hayes is competing on the SmackDown brand as of January 2025.

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