Will Ospreay Challenges Ricochet to Prove Himself in AEW

One big thing

Will Ospreay, AEW’s new International Champion, has laid down the gauntlet for Ricochet following the latter’s surprise debut at AEW All In.

The details

• Ricochet made his AEW debut during the #1 Contendership Casino Gauntlet Match at Wembley Stadium.

• AEW President Tony Khan confirmed Ricochet has officially signed with the company.

• Ospreay addressed Ricochet’s debut at the All In post-show media scrum.

Key quotes

“Man’s got to work for it though, like do you know what I mean? There’s a long list of people that he’s going to have to beat before he can call out the International Champion,” Ospreay said.

I’d like to see what he’s going to be doing here in AEW. I’m excited and I’m really, really happy for him.”

Why it matters

Ospreay and Ricochet have a storied history, dating back to their acclaimed match at NJPW’s Best of the Super Juniors eight years ago. Their potential reunion in AEW could reignite one of wrestling’s most electrifying rivalries.

The backstory

• Prior to All In, Ospreay called out Ricochet on TalkSport, challenging him to “remind everybody who the f**k you are” if he appeared at the event.

• Ricochet’s AEW debut marks a significant shift in his career after his run in WWE.

What’s next

With both wrestlers now under the AEW banner, fans are eagerly anticipating a potential match between these two high-flying superstars.

What dream matches would you like to see Ricochet have in AEW? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!