Taya Valkyrie Returns to ROH, Sparks Feud Between John Morrison and Dalton Castle
Taya Valkyrie, also known as La Wera Loca, has made her triumphant return to the AEW/ROH universe. After a hiatus from television since her loss in a trios match on Rampage in September, Taya surprised fans with an appearance on ROH TV episode 41, which aired on December 7, 2023.
In the main event of the episode, Johnny TV faced off against Dalton Castle, with The Boys by his side. Castle was moments away from hitting his finishing move, the Bangarang, when Taya’s music blared through the arena. La Wera Loca stormed the ring and delivered a double clothesline to The Boys, leaving Castle stunned. Taya then taunted Castle, adding fuel to the fire.
This unexpected turn of events led to an even more chaotic backstage promo exchange. Castle, excited about his upcoming participation in the ROH television title match at Final Battle, expressed his belief that he is the champion made for TV. However, Johnny interrupted and compared Castle to a stale wafer found behind a couch weeks later, throwing shade at his lack of charisma.
As the argument escalated, Taya chimed in to downplay Castle’s victory over Johnny, pointing out that it only happened because he had an army to assist him. She further stung Castle by asserting that he will never be a real-life action star like Johnny.
With tensions running high, the stage is set for an explosive feud between John Morrison and Dalton Castle. The upcoming Final Battle PPV on December 15 will likely bring further developments in this rivalry. While Johnny is not currently scheduled for a match, there is still one spot remaining in the Survival of the Fittest match to crown a new ROH TV champion. Castle has already qualified for the bout, leaving fans wondering if Johnny will receive an invitation to continue the debate over who is ROH’s greatest television star.
So, are you Team Johnny or Team Castle? Let us know your thoughts!
Sources: Cageside Seats
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