Samoa Joe will challenge MJF for the AEW World Championship at AEW Worlds End on Saturday, December 30.
In a recent interview with Niko Knows Best, Joe discussed the potential title challengers he aims to face if he wins the AEW World Title from MJF next weekend, relinquishing the ROH TV Title, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On Swerve Strickland as a potential title challenger: “I think when you look at the competitors, especially as of late, I think you have to look at a guy like Swerve Strickland whose game has been amplified tremendously the past few months and has really stepped up in a way that a lot of people didn’t even think he was possible of doing.”
Samoa Joe on Hangman Page, Wardlow, and Keith Lee: “You’ve got guys like Hangman Adam Page, who has had a rough year, but in his own right, is a guy that wants to get in there and have a scrap and get into a fight every night. You go back to guys like Keith Lee, you know, a tremendously tough opponent last time, and you know this is a guy that I see rumbling through people. Powerhouse Hobbs, I’ll give Wardlow another go. I mean, there’s so much talent that wants a piece; you know I’ll be more than happy to dish it out.”
Samoa Joe on vacating the ROH TV Title: “Championships can be a gift and a curse, especially in the world of professional wrestling. You have competitors and opponents waiting in line, defenses you have to make that are gonna keep you away from the path to the AEW World Championship.”
On how relinquishing the title was a tough decision: “Relinquishing the ROH Television Title allowed me to keep that focus and really pursue the AEW World Championship, and that’s what I’m gonna do. It wasn’t an easy decision.”
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Samoa Joe, the renowned professional wrestler, is set to challenge MJF for the AEW World Championship at AEW Worlds End on Saturday, December 30. In a recent interview with Niko Knows Best, Joe discussed his potential title challengers if he emerges victorious against MJF, as well as his decision to relinquish the ROH TV Title.
When asked about potential challengers, Joe mentioned Swerve Strickland as someone whose game has significantly improved in recent months. He praised Strickland’s amplified skills and acknowledged that many people didn’t expect him to reach such heights. This indicates that Joe sees Strickland as a formidable opponent and a potential future challenger for the AEW World Championship.
Joe also mentioned other wrestlers he would be interested in facing, including Hangman Adam Page, Keith Lee, Powerhouse Hobbs, and Wardlow. He highlighted their toughness and expressed his willingness to compete against them. This shows Joe’s eagerness to face a diverse range of opponents and his confidence in his abilities to take on any challenge.
Regarding his decision to vacate the ROH TV Title, Joe explained that championships can be both a gift and a curse in the world of professional wrestling. While they bring opportunities and recognition, they also come with numerous defenses that can distract from the ultimate goal of winning the AEW World Championship. Relinquishing the title was a tough decision for Joe, but it allowed him to maintain his focus on pursuing the AEW World Championship.
Fans can watch the full interview with Samoa Joe on Niko Knows Best’s YouTube channel, where he delves deeper into these topics and shares more insights about his career and aspirations.
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As Samoa Joe prepares to challenge MJF for the AEW World Championship, fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of this highly anticipated match. Whether Joe emerges as the new champion or not, his determination and passion for wrestling continue to make him a fan favorite and a force to be reckoned with in the industry.