• News
  • Sports News
  • Former WWE Intercontinental Champion all set to join rivals AEW

Former WWE Intercontinental Champion all set to join rivals AEW

Ricochet, former U.S. and Intercontinental champion known for his aerial abilities, is expected to join AEW, WWE's rival. His agent was seen at Beach Break Dynamite. Leaving WWE after a match with Bron Breakker on July 1, he seeks a major push. Tony Khan hasn't confirmed the signing. Samantha Irvin continues in WWE. Official announcement pending.
Former WWE Intercontinental Champion all set to join rivals AEW
Image via WWE
With Ricochet’s deal with WWE over, it’s widely expected that the former United States and Intercontinental champion will sign with AEW. So far, there hasn’t been any confirmation from Tony Khan or his associates over if they’re going to sign Ricochet on the dotted lines. However, the wrestler’s agent has reportedly been spotted at an AEW show, and it might not be long before his client joins WWE’s current rivals in the market.

Ricochet’s stint with AEW could be greater than WWE


Ricochet had a fair share of memorable moments with WWE during his previous stint. The highflyer is well-known for his aerial abilities, and the way he uses the ring is special. However, a major push never really came, which kept him perennially on the sidelines.
This is perhaps the biggest reason for his refusal to extend his contract with WWE. He had already handed in his notice that he did not wish to extend his contract beyond July 1, and his last moments on air included a clash with Bron Breakker on Raw.
If he does sign on the dotted lines with AEW, it will be a great acquisition for Tony Khan and the company. Unlike some of the other wrestlers who switched from WWE, Ricochet is in his prime, and he could certainly become one of the brand's faces.

When it comes to storylines, the potential is endless. For the time being, fans will have to be patient until a deal is made official by all parties involved. Based on his agent’s presence at the Beach Break Dynamite show, it might not be long.

While Ricochet might soon be seen on AEW posters, his fiancee, Samantha Irvin, will continue with WWE for the time being. Samantha has become quite popular, especially in recent times, and her skills as a ring announcer are unrivalled at the moment.
A couple of days ago, she wrote a heartfelt message on the occasion of Ricochet’s departure. The two made their relationship public towards the end of 2021 and have been going strong since.

author
About the Author
TOI Sports Desk

The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide. From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal featuring HS Prannoy, our live coverage extends to all mega sporting events. We extensively cover events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Cricket World Cups, FIFA World Cups, and more. The desk is also adept at writing comprehensive match reports and insightful post-match commentary, complemented by stats-based articles that provide an in-depth analysis of player performances and team dynamics. We track news wires for key stories, conduct exclusive player interviews in both text and video formats, and file content from print editions and reporters. We keep track of all viral stories, trending topics and produce our own copies on the subjects. We deliver accurate, engaging, and up-to-the-minute sports content, round the clock.

End of Article
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA