AEW’s Kenny Omega recently highlighted one of his favorite matches on the anniversary of his return to the company. Since joining AEW in early 2019 following the end of his contract with New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW), Omega has been a pivotal figure in the promotion, also serving as executive vice president. He was initially set to make a comeback to NJPW at the Historic X Over event in November 2022. However, his confirmed return came the following year at Wrestle Kingdom, where he faced Will Ospreay in a highly praised match. Omega defeated Ospreay to capture the IWGP US Heavyweight Championship on the first night of the pay-per-view, a bout that Omega described on Twitter as one of his top inter-promotional contests.
At the time, Ospreay was still under NJPW and only joined AEW in November 2023. Their Wrestle Kingdom encounter earned a remarkable 6.5-star rating from wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer. Reflecting on their rivalry, Ospreay commented that Omega truly embodied the original spirit of AEW. In 2023 during AEW’s Forbidden Door event, Ospreay ended up dethroning Omega to claim the IWGP US Heavyweight Championship.
Fan Take: This news is significant for AEW fans as it underscores Kenny Omega’s role in bridging talents across wrestling promotions, enhancing AEW’s reputation for high-caliber international bouts. The ongoing rivalry with Will Ospreay not only elevates the prestige of AEW titles but also promises thrilling storytelling and in-ring action that can captivate global wrestling audiences.
