At AEW Full Gear, Ricochet made history by becoming the inaugural AEW National Champion. Following this milestone, he has set his sights on capturing more titles alongside his Demand stablemates Toa Liona and Bishop Coun.
During the Full Gear media scrum, Ricochet expressed their hunger for championship gold, emphasizing their ambition to secure any and all titles available—whether in tag team, trios, or individual competitions. He also issued a playful warning to AEW CEO Tony Khan, signaling his serious intent. Additionally, Ricochet revealed that even the AEW Women’s World Championship, currently held by Kris Statlander, is within their ambitious reach.
Under the AEW-ROH banner, Kaun and Liona hold the Ring of Honor World Six-Man Tag Team Championships multiple times, with Brian Cage as a third co-champion. Ricochet’s victory at Full Gear marks his first championship reign in AEW since joining in August 2024, though holding gold is not unfamiliar to him.
Reflecting on his achievement, Ricochet noted this was uncharted territory for him, yet praised the intense competition bringing top talent together. He felt great being the first ever AEW National Champion and described the experience as both a victory and a nostalgic milestone for Demand.
Fan Take: Ricochet’s breakthrough as the first AEW National Champion is a game-changer for the promotion, opening fresh storylines and elevating the championship scene. AEW fans can expect thrilling rivalries and dynamic championship pursuits that will continue to raise the bar for professional wrestling.
