Chris Jericho Compares Matt Cardona to Bret Hart Ahead of ROH Final Battle

One Big Thing

Chris Jericho has drawn parallels between potential AEW signee Matt Cardona and WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart ahead of their ROH World Championship match at Final Battle.

Key Details

• The championship match takes place December 20 at Hammerstein Ballroom
• This marks Cardona’s ROH in-ring debut
• Jericho defends his ninth world title (“Nueve”)
• Ticket sales reportedly doubled after the match announcement

The Direct Quote

“Matt Cardona has done a good job of reinventing himself and recreating himself, and dare I say, he reminds me a lot of Bret Hart. Everything he does is very solid. It looks great. It’s very meat and potatoes in the best way,” Jericho said on Busted Open Radio.

Why It Matters

• Reports indicate AEW has offered Cardona a contract
• The match could impact ROH’s potential television deals
• This marks Cardona’s first major AEW-affiliated appearance since March

By The Numbers

• This is Jericho’s 9th world championship reign
• Cardona’s last AEW TV appearance was 9 months ago
• The venue is expected to sell out

What’s Next

The ROH Final Battle outcome could signal Cardona’s future with AEW, as his contract status remains undecided. The match also holds significance for ROH’s television prospects.

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