AEW President Tony Khan recently joined the Chase McCabe Show to discuss tonight’s highly anticipated Fight for the Fallen edition of Dynamite. One of the key matches of the night will see Orange Cassidy defending the International Championship against his former friend turned rival, Wheeler Yuta.
In the interview, Khan shed light on the unique dynamic between Cassidy and Yuta, stating that Cassidy was the one who brought Yuta into AEW and played a significant role in his development as a wrestler.
“They know each other very well. Wheeler Yuta is Orange Cassidy’s protege. Honestly, Orange Cassidy is the person who brought Wheeler Yuta into AEW in the first place. He’s the person that brought him to my attention. He’s his former coach and a person who really mentored him in pro wrestling, in AEW, and in Philadelphia training him,” Khan revealed.
This revelation adds an intriguing layer to the already intense rivalry between Cassidy and Yuta. It showcases the deep connection between the two competitors and the emotional stakes involved in their upcoming championship match.
Aside from the Cassidy vs. Yuta clash, tonight’s Fight for the Fallen card promises to deliver a night of thrilling action for wrestling fans. Here’s a rundown of the rest of the lineup:
- The Acclaimed vs. TBA
- Will Chris Jericho join The Don Callis Family?
- The Young Bucks vs. The Gunns
- AEW International Champion Orange Cassidy defends against Wheeler Yuta
- ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Champions Kaun and Toa Liona vs. Darby Allin and Nick Wayne
- The Bunny vs. Britt Baker for the final spot in the AEW Women’s World Title Fatal 4 Way at All In with champion Hikaru Shida, Toni Storm, and Saraya
- Kenny Omega’s sit-down interview with Jim Ross
- Adam Cole and AEW World Champion MJF discuss their All In main event
- Jeff Hardy vs. Jeff Jarrett in a Texas Chainsaw Massacre Death Match
With such an action-packed lineup, Fight for the Fallen is sure to captivate audiences and keep them on the edge of their seats throughout the night.
For more information on tonight’s International Championship match and the rest of the Fight for the Fallen card, you can check out the full article on Wrestling Headlines.
Don’t miss out on the excitement! Tune in to AEW Dynamite’s Fight for the Fallen tonight and witness the thrilling showdown between Orange Cassidy and Wheeler Yuta for the International Championship.