Will Ospreay Reflects on Career-Defining Match with Ricochet as Both Wrestlers Join AEW

Will Ospreay, now a prominent figure in AEW, rose to fame in 2016 during his first year with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW). His victory in the Best of the Super Juniors tournament that year was overshadowed by a highly talked-about match with Ricochet. Ospreay recently reflected on this match at the All In post-show media scrum, describing it as a polarizing moment in pro wrestling that provided him with valuable learning experiences.

Ospreay explained that the match with Ricochet was typical of their performances in promotions like PWG and Rev Pro, but it gained unprecedented attention. He embraced both the criticism and praise, using it to improve his skills. Now, with both wrestlers in AEW, fans will have the opportunity to see Ricochet in action as he faces Kyle Fletcher, Ospreay’s close friend, in his first AEW singles match this Wednesday on Dynamite. Meanwhile, Ospreay is set to defend his International Championship against PAC.

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