Ricochet successfully defended his AEW National Championship title twice, once at the Ring of Honor Final Battle and then on “AEW Collision.” His reign began on Friday night at Final Battle when he faced off against ROH veteran Dalton Castle. During the match, Castle nearly had Ricochet pinned following a powerful move, but Ricochet managed to counter and ultimately secured the win. The next day, Ricochet retained his title against Ace Austin on “Collision,” despite Austin’s strong offensive moves including a superplex and double stomp, as Ricochet overcame him with a lariat and package piledriver combination.
Ricochet originally won the AEW National Championship by defeating 11 other competitors in the Casino Gauntlet match at AEW Full Gear. Since then, he has expressed ambitions to claim more titles, like the Continental, Tag Team, and Trios Championships. His championship streak has now lasted 15 days, highlighting a promising start to his reign.
Fan Take: Ricochet’s early victories as National Champion set an exciting tone for AEW’s championship scene, showcasing his resilience and skill under pressure. For AEW fans, this signals the rise of a versatile and ambitious champion who could bring fresh challenges and dynamic storylines to the sport.
