One big thing: Will Ospreay’s pre-AEW journey documented
A new documentary released Saturday chronicles Will Ospreay’s final matches with RevPro and NJPW before joining AEW.
• The film, produced by Mark Ashley Films, captures Ospreay’s last appearances in the UK and Japan
• It showcases matches that Ospreay describes as crucial to his maturation as a wrestler
• The documentary is now available on YouTube
Why it matters
This documentary provides a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment in a top wrestler’s career transition.
• It marks the end of an era for Ospreay in the UK and Japanese wrestling scenes
• The film highlights the significance of RevPro and NJPW in Ospreay’s development
• It offers fans a behind-the-scenes look at Ospreay’s mindset before his AEW debut
By the numbers
• Ospreay held the Undisputed British Heavyweight Championship for 919 days
• His final NJPW match was a cage match lasting over an hour
• Ospreay joined AEW in February 2024
Key matches featured
1. A cage match with United Empire against Bullet Club in NJPW
2. Ospreay’s final RevPro match against Michael Oku for the Undisputed British Heavyweight Championship
What’s next
Ospreay is set to face MJF for the International Championship on the 250th episode of “AEW Dynamite.”
• This will be a first-time-ever match between the two
• It follows Ospreay’s unsuccessful attempt at the AEW World Championship at Forbidden Door
The bottom line
This documentary serves as a capstone to Ospreay’s pre-AEW career, offering fans insight into his journey and the emotional weight of leaving familiar territories for new challenges.
How do you think Will Ospreay’s experience in RevPro and NJPW will influence his AEW run? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
