WWE Hall of Famer Making AEW Return, Adding a New Twist to Bryan Danielson’s Journey
In an electrifying twist that has enthusiasts humming, WWE Hall of Famer Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat is set to make his plenty-predicted go back to All Elite Wrestling (AEW). This comes as Bryan Danielson, a towering discern in the wrestling world, gears up for a essential juncture in his illustrious career.
Bryan Danielson’s High-Stakes Challenge
Bryan Danielson has drastically raised the stakes for his upcoming match at AEW’s marquee occasion, All In, via pronouncing a beautiful ultimatum. Danielson declared that he could retire from expert wrestling if he fails to defeat Swerve Strickland for the AEW World Championship at Wembley Stadium. This formidable proclamation has sent shockwaves through the wrestling community, igniting a experience of urgency and anticipation.
However, before Danielson steps into the All In ring, he faces a powerful and unexpected project. Wrestling legend Jeff Jarrett, acknowledged for his excessive in-ring persona and storied profession, confronted Danielson with a fierce mission. This heated encounter caused Danielson responding in type, resulting in a excessive-stakes showdown scheduled for the August seventh edition of AEW Dynamite in Greenville.
Ricky Steamboat’s Momentous Return
The excitement would not end there. AEW these days found out on Rampage that Ricky Steamboat will make a unique appearance as a ringside guest for the Danielson vs. Jarrett healthy. This assertion has brought a further layer of intrigue and pleasure, given Steamboat’s revered reputation inside the wrestling global and his records with AEW.
Tony Khan, AEW’s President, took to Twitter to proportion this interesting improvement:
“This Wednesday, 8/7, Winston-Salem, NC, Wednesday Night #AEWDynamite, TBS, 8pm ET/7pm CT @RealJeffJarrett vs @bryandanielson In the Final Countdown for his World Title shot vs @swerveconfident, Bryan Danielson fights vs Jeff Jarrett, with special guest Ricky Steamboat at ringside!”
This Wednesday, 8/7
Winston-Salem, NC
Wednesday Night #AEWDynamite
TBS, 8pm ET/7pm CT@RealJeffJarrett vs @bryandanielson
In the Final Countdown for his World Title shot vs @swerveconfident,
Bryan Danielson fights vs Jeff Jarrett, with special guest Ricky Steamboat at ringside! pic.twitter.com/tpHatcMCue
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) August 3, 2024
The Legacy of Ricky Steamboat in AEW
Ricky Steamboat’s upcoming appearance isn’t his first foray into AEW. He has made several notable appearances, enhancing the prestige and excitement of the events he graces. Steamboat was the special guest timekeeper for the highly acclaimed “Dragon vs. Dragon Slayer” match between Bryan Danielson and Daniel Garcia back in August 2022. His involvement added a layer of historical significance and nostalgia, resonating deeply with fans.
Steamboat’s most recent appearance in AEW was at the Revolution event in March 2024, where he again served as the special guest timekeeper. This event was particularly momentous as it marked the final match of another wrestling icon, Sting, held at the Greensboro Coliseum. This venue holds a special place in Steamboat’s heart, as it was here that he and Jay Youngblood clinched the NWA World Tag Team Championship at the inaugural Starrcade event in 1983.
