Last night at AEW Grand Slam, Eddie Kingston won the big one. He would defeat Claudio Castagnoli to win the ROH World Championship, ending their decade long feud and earning respect in the process.
Taking time to reflect on this victory – Kingston would dedicate the win to a lost friend, and a past ROH World Champion – Xavier.
Eddie Kingston Dedicates His Victory To Xavier, Respects Claudio Castagnoli As A Wrestler
In a digital exclusive – Eddie Kingston had the following to say about his victory.
“I’m in pain. That stage hurts. Claudio hurts every time he hits you. I don’t like him as a human being. But I shook his hand because let’s be honest, he was a great Ring of Honor Champion, and I’ve always said he was a great wrestler. I just don’t like him as a person, and that’s not gonna change. But I can definitely show him that I’ve grown. I’ve grown up. Back in the day, I wouldn’t have shook his hand. I would have spit in his face, and then I would have gloated. But bro, I grew up man. I’ll give him his due and his respect. I’m proud, I’m happy.
When I get back to the hotel, I’m not gonna be proud and happy because now I know I gotta defend this championship and this championship. It’s gonna be hard, but I like it. Without struggle, there is no progress. I feel too weird if there is no struggle. But this is dedicated to Xavier, the second-ever Ring of Honor World Champion. Rest in peace, bud. Thank you for everything you’ve done for this business. Thank you for being good to me in the locker room. But this one’s for you, dog. This one’s for you because people should remember who you are. X marks the spot, baby. Love you, X. Rest in peace. I’m good, man. I just wanna go see my parents. We good? New work in this mother.”
It is unclear who Kingston will defend against first, but his role as NJPW Strong Openweight Champion will likely put him in the ring again on October 1st for AEW WrestleDream.
Who should get the first shot at Kingston? Let us know what you think in the comment section down below.
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EXCLUSIVE!
Our cameras caught up with NEW @ringofhonor World Champion Eddie Kingston, after his historic victory at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City #AEWDynamite #AEWGrandSlam pic.twitter.com/Py9KroRlpT— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) September 21, 2023
