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Welcome back to another thrilling edition of the AEW News Roundup, where we bring you the biggest news stories coming from the world of All Elite Wrestling.
We'll begin today's stacked article with none other than CM Punk, who has sparked a massive buzz among the wrestling section since the reports surfaced suggesting his possible move to AEW. He recently made a bold claim regarding his interest in pro-wrestling.
A WWE Hall of Famer recently revealed that Sting inspired him. Tony Khan has finally opened up about the role of having a four-men commentary team on Rampage.
An IMPACT Wrestling star wants to get in the ring with Christian Cage. Former NJPW star heaps praise on Jon Moxley.
That said, let's now get started with the latest AEW News Roundup.
#5. CM Punks says he's more focused on being an actor than a wrestler amidst AEW rumors
Ahead of his much-anticipated possible AEW debut on Rampage, CM Punk recently stated that he is not interested in professional wrestling.
Speaking with the Sunday Night’s Main Event, CM Punk discussed numerous topics, notably his take on AEW when it first emerged into the wrestling world. The former WWE superstar stated that he awaited to observe if AEW could revolutionize the wrestling world or not.
However, Punk added that he does not hold any interest in wrestling and instead likes focusing on his acting career.
So, I more or less took a wait-and-see approach,” Punk said of Khan and AEW. “And I wasn’t, or I am not, interested in pro wrestling, in that respect. We’re here, we’re talking about ‘Heels’ and it just so happened, maybe it could be back luck that the next role I got is set in the world of professional wrestling, but you know, that’s the way the cookie crumbles.“I’m focused on bring an actor, and just like I was when I was a wrestler, focused on being the best I could be, I’m focused on being the best actor I could be.”
Pursuing a career in Hollywood may have become CM Punk's passion when he stepped away from wrestling. However, he seems to be trolling fans with his statement.
It is worth noting that no company would drop multiple teases of a superstar if there wasn't any credibility in it. With the Rampage episode in Chicago exactly a week away, fans will have to wait and see if the rumors materialize.
#4. WWE Hall of Famer reveals AEW's Sting inspired him
AEW analyst for Rampage show Mark Henry recently revealed that Sting inspired him to get back in the ring.
The wrestling world was left stunned when Sting surfaced in AEW last year. Despite many people raising their concerns regarding his ability to wrestle at the age of 61, the WCW Icon proved the critics wrong by competing in two wrestling matches this year.
Those who witnessed him move in the ring and take massive bumps in his recent bouts wouldn't say that the man had lost any step when he last wrestled in 2014. Fans have been full of praise for the AEW star.
On top of that, it seems like Sting is motivating everyone out there, including Mark Henry.
Appearing on Miami's 940 Winz podcast, AEW's Mark Henry revealed that watching Sting compete at this age made him feel motivated to get back in the ring, despite having no current plans to wrestle
"I won't be in the ring as of right now, even though Sting has made me feel like even at 50, I should be able to get back in the ring. If that happens [jumping off of commentary and into the ring], it's going to be a surprise to me. That will be a surprise, man. I am no spring chicken,” said Mark Henry." (H/T - Fightful)
Mark Henry recently revealed that he is nagging through some injuries he suffered years ago, but his focus as of now is on commentating on AEW Rampage.
Meanwhile, Sting is gearing up for the third match of his AEW career next week when he teams up with Darby Allin to take on 2.0 (Matt Lee and Jeff Parker).
#3. Tony Khan reveals how the four-men commentary team would work on AEW Rampage
AEW president and co-owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Tony Khan, recently revealed they would try a different pair of combinations at the commentary booth, and it won't always be four men on the desk.
There's no doubt that AEW stars Chris Jericho, Mark Henry, Excalibur, and Taz are at their absolute best when it comes to mic skills. However, having four men calling a one-hour show seems unsuitable.
Speaking on a recent edition of Busted Open Radio, Tony Khan stated that the current plan is to have all four men accustomed to a different role on the show. Given Mark Henry's multitasking ability, he would be required to do backstage interviews and stuff.
The AEW chief also mentioned that Chris Jericho won't always be on the commentary table due to his involvement in wrestling matches:
Well it’s going to be a four man booth for part of the show, but it’s not exactly,” Khan said. “It’s not always going to be a four man booth. We are going to have four hosts to the show, but because of Busted Open, Mark is in a really unique position. I think he’s a great host, a great interviewer. So I’m going to have Mark roving. He’s going to stay on his toes, cause I think he’ll be out there with the guys and calling some of the action. But also we’ll call Mark into duty and he’ll do interviews, some sit downs. And we’ll get different perspectives from Mark, so he’ll be all over the place during the show. And we’ll get a lot of face time and hear from him a lot. There will be times where I think it will be a three man booth,” Khan said. (H/T- WrestlingInc)
The inaugural edition of AEW Rampage is mere hours away and fans are excited to see how the show pans out.
#2. Top IMPACT Wrestling star wants to face AEW's
Christian Cage in a dream match
IMPACT Wrestling star Chris Bey recently stated that he wants to get in the ring with AEW star Christian Cage.
Christian Cage recently challenged Kenny Omega to an IMPACT World Championship match, and both men will now face each other during the inaugural edition of AEW Rampage.
This has led many to speculate that the former WWE superstar may end up winning the title. IMPACT Wrestling star Chris Bey has taken to Twitter to express his desire to face Christian Cage and is hoping for him to dethrone Kenny Omega:
"I… I still wanna wrestle Christian Cage…You know who I’m pulling for," Chris Bey said via Twitter.
A stunning swerve this Friday could potentially change the landscape of the IMPACT Wrestling title moving forward. Christian Cage could even start appearing in the IMPACT Zone.
With Brian Myers recently becoming the no.1 contender for the Impact World Championship, he will be watching this Friday's match very closely.
Meanwhile, Chris Bey could also be gunning for the IMPACT World Championship, possibly against Christian Cage.
#1. Lance Archer heaps praise on top AEW star
AEW star and current IWGP United States Champion Lance Archer recently revealed that he loves getting in the ring with Jon Moxley, given the caliber he possesses.
Speaking to Managing Editor Nick Hausman of The Wrestling Inc. Daily, Lance Archer discussed numerous topics, notably his rivalry with Jon Moxley. The former NJPW star went on to talk about his recent bouts against Moxley, stating that both men never backed down from brutalizing each other:
“Hey, I think Moxley and I enjoy beating the crap out of each other every time we step in the ring, whether it was in Tokyo Japan in the Tokyo Dome, the AEW Championship at our anniversary or just most recently in this Texas Deathmatch here in Dallas, TX,” Archer said. “I think we have a real good chemistry whenever we step in the ring. Neither one of us is afraid to knock some teeth out and use whatever weapon we can find around us and beat the living crap out of each other, so it’s always a fun fight for both of us and I think for the fans." said Lance(H/T- WrestlingInc)
AEW star Lance Archer isn't ruling out another fight with Jon Moxley once he finishes his feud with Tanahashi. He even praised AEW's Jon Moxley for changing the wrestling business:
“So if he wants another chance at the IWGP U.S. Championship, if I get out with [Hiroshi] Tanahashi, I’m absolutely game to it. It’s always fun stepping the ring with somebody of the caliber as Jon Moxley. He’s changed the business, and it’s one of those things that it helps me grow, and it helps the business grow. The fact that we have such an open-door relationship with New Japan and other companies right now, I think it just makes it a lot of fun for the wrestling industry as a whole.” revealed Archer
