Nigel McGuinness to Face Bryan Danielson at AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam in Surprise Return Match

In an unexpected change, Nigel McGuinness will face AEW World Champion Bryan Danielson at “AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam” instead of the previously announced Darby Allin. This match is particularly significant as it marks only McGuinness’ second wrestling appearance in nearly 13 years, rekindling a rivalry from their Ring of Honor days in the late 2000s.

ECW legend Tommy Dreamer shared his thoughts on the upcoming match, expressing excitement for McGuinness’ return but noting the increased pressure on him compared to Danielson. Dreamer pointed out that while Danielson has been wrestling regularly, McGuinness has primarily worked as a commentator for the past decade. This disparity in recent in-ring experience adds an element of uncertainty to the match.

Despite concerns about the limited build-up time for this high-profile bout, with “Dynamite: Grand Slam” less than two weeks away, Dreamer remains optimistic. He suggests that AEW can effectively use social media to develop the storyline and fill in any gaps that cannot be addressed during their limited television airtime.

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