Last month at AEW Double or Nothing, Swerve Strickland delivered one of the event’s most memorable moments by cleverly using a staple gun to fend off his opponents during a chaotic arena brawl. The former AEW World Champion found himself with Claudio Castagnoli on his chest and Matt Jackson hovering above his head. Following the event, the hilarious staple gun segment went viral on AEW’s YouTube channel, with Strickland proudly sharing the impressive view counts of the videos.
During the match, Strickland also got a taste of the staple gun himself when Marina Shafir pressed it against his tongue. Despite the painful moment, it paid off as Strickland and his team—Kenny Omega, Powerhouse Hobbs, Samoa Joe, and Willow Nightingale—emerged victorious in the arena showdown.
Since Double or Nothing, Strickland has been feuding with his high-profile rival “Hangman” Adam Page, who is the number one contender for John Moxley’s AEW World Championship after winning the Owen Hart Foundation men’s tournament. Although Strickland was defeated by Page in the tournament final, Will Ospreay is eager to help Strickland take down Moxley. Despite his dislike for Page, Ospreay is trying to persuade Strickland to team up against the champion. Ospreay believes Strickland might attempt to block Page from capturing the world title, leading to a match scheduled for this Wednesday’s summer blockbuster episode of AEW Dynamite.
Fan Take: Swerve Strickland’s viral moment highlights AEW’s ability to blend creativity and athleticism in storytelling, making it one of the most exciting promotions to follow. This ongoing rivalry and the complex dynamics around the AEW World Championship could set the stage for some thrilling matches that elevate the landscape of professional wrestling.
