Professional wrestling fans are in for a thrilling weekend with major events lined up by both All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). However, the excitement is tinged with a bit of drama involving prominent AEW star Will Ospreay.
Ospreay, currently recovering from surgery for herniated discs, took to Instagram to express his thoughts on WWE’s upcoming event, Wrestlepalooza, by sharing a humorous post. On his Instagram Stories, he posted a picture of Ben & Jerry’s Scoop-apalooza ice cream with the caption, “What a s–t name.” While this appears to be a playful jab at WWE’s event, his comments highlight the competitive spirit between wrestling’s two biggest promotions.
On Saturday, AEW will host its All Out event in Toronto, while WWE fans can tune into Wrestlepalooza in Indianapolis. This WWE event is particularly significant as it marks the start of WWE’s partnership with ESPN, being the first WWE Premium Live Event to stream on ESPN Unlimited, an innovative step in sports entertainment broadcasting.
Wrestlepalooza is set to feature a highly anticipated match between Brock Lesnar and John Cena. This clash not only signifies Lesnar’s return to the ring after a hiatus of over two years but also forms one of the concluding chapters in Cena’s distinguished career as he plans to retire in December. The magnitude of this showdown could sway wrestling fans to choose Wrestlepalooza over AEW’s All Out if timing causes an overlap between the two events.
AEW’s All Out promises to deliver action-packed matches, including a notable face-off with Adam Copeland and Christian Cage facing off against FTR. However, the absence of Ospreay, who was last seen in top form at AEW’s Forbidden Door event, creates a noticeable gap. In his recent interaction with SI.com, Ospreay disclosed that he was dealing with herniated discs that required surgical intervention. Thankfully, his surgery was a success, as he updated his fans on social media, expressing gratitude and optimism about his recovery journey.
The camaraderie and tongue-in-cheek rivalry displayed by Ospreay and the larger-than-life contests scheduled for both AEW and WWE serve as a testament to the vibrant and dynamic world of professional wrestling. As fans eagerly anticipate the outcomes, these events showcase not only athletic prowess but also the passion and dedication that define this sport.