The AEW Champion reflected on being pinned at the World’s End event and delivered a clear message to his upcoming challenger. At the December 27 pay-per-view’s Zero Hour pre-show, AEW National Champion Ricochet teamed up with Toa Liona, Bishop Kaun, and Josh Alexander but was defeated by Mike Bayley, Kevin Knight, Jack Perry, and Luchasaurus. Ricochet was pinned by Jack Perry, handing Perry’s team the win.
Ricochet is set to face Perry for the AEW National Championship at Dynamite New Year’s Smash on December 31. In a video released by AEW right after the match at World’s End, Ricochet stated that Jack Perry achieved the extraordinary by beating him today, crediting his friend Luchasaurus as part of the journey. He assured Perry that this loss is not the end and promised that their paths will cross again soon. Ricochet vowed that he will seek sweet revenge in the near future.
Fan Take: This development adds a thrilling layer of intensity to AEW’s storyline, building anticipation for the New Year’s Smash showdown. For AEW fans, it promises a high-stakes rematch that could significantly shift championship dynamics and elevate the excitement around the sport.
