When it comes to tag team wrestling, Dennis Condrey is an expert. He won numerous championships in the territories as one-half of the Midnight Express in the 1980s. Condrey was in the house Saturday night to observe FTR retain the AEW World Tag Team Championship on Collision. After the show, FTR and CM Punk called Condrey to the ring to show their respect for paving the way in this business. Condrey repaid the praise by passing the torch to FTR as the greatest tag team in the world.
AEW published the video as a post-show extra. The segment is a little all over the place, but it is interesting to see legends mingle with present stars. Plus, you get to see Punk wearing an Indiana Jones hat. As Punk said, it’s important to show the future the people that paved the way for the current generation of wrestlers. Dax Harwood got emotional discussing the sacrifices Condrey made, so that FTR has the benefits today. Condrey was tired of arguing and put over FTR as the best tag team in the world.
If you are curious or yearning for a taste of the Midnight Express, here is the duo of Condrey and Bobby Eaton managed by Jim Cornette competing against the Rock ‘n’ Roll Express in 1984.
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Tag team wrestling has always been a cornerstone of professional wrestling, and one man who knows a thing or two about it is Dennis Condrey. As one-half of the Midnight Express in the 1980s, Condrey won numerous championships in various territories. His expertise in the tag team division is undeniable, which is why it was significant when he passed the torch to FTR as the greatest tag team in the world.
The momentous occasion took place at AEW’s Collision event, where FTR successfully defended their AEW World Tag Team Championship. After the show, FTR and CM Punk invited Condrey to the ring to show their respect and gratitude for his contributions to the business. In a post-show extra published by AEW, fans were treated to a heartwarming segment that showcased the bond between legends and present-day stars.
During the segment, it was evident that Condrey’s legacy had left a lasting impact on FTR. Dax Harwood became emotional as he discussed the sacrifices Condrey made for the advancement of tag team wrestling, which ultimately paved the way for FTR’s success today. In a powerful moment, Condrey declared FTR as the best tag team in the world, solidifying their place in the annals of wrestling history.
The video of this special moment is a must-watch for any wrestling fan. Not only does it provide a glimpse into the respect and admiration between generations of wrestlers, but it also showcases the unique personalities of those involved.