The inaugural Continental Classic tournament by AEW has been playing out in recent weeks.
The tournament will conclude at the Worlds End pay-per-view event on December 30th. In each match, the winner will be awarded three points, while draws will earn each wrestler involved one point.
The winner of the Continental Classic will be crowned the tournament champion and hold the prestigious Triple Crown Championship. This title includes the ROH World and NJPW Strong Openweight Titles.
The blue league includes Bryan Danielson, Claudio Castagnoli, Brody King, Andrade El Idolo, Daniel Garcia, and Eddie Kingston. The gold league includes Jon Moxley, Swerve Strickland, RUSH, Mark Briscoe, Jay Lethal, and Jay White.
Swerve Strickland spoke about the tournament to Jimmy Varsallone of the Miami Herald.
“The Classic has been a shot in the arm of what the pro wrestling industry needed. Introducing a new style of tournament bracketing with the classic round-robin style of blocks and scoring points. The usual tournament, you see [the seeding] and sometimes those guys don’t cross paths and they don’t face each other. In round robin, everyone has to face everyone, and that’s what made it so special. Everyone in the block was like, ‘I get to see these matchups. That’s going to be cool. I don’t know who is going to win here, this could be a draw.’ A lot of fans had a lot of fun with the scoring. Whoever is truly a wrestling connoisseur can have a lot of fun with those things. Me being part of the first one, we had to set the tone for the first-ever Continental Classic. Me being a finalist and going against Jay White and Jon Moxley, who is going to go down as a Hall of Famer and all-time great, being able to not face him once, but face him twice, means a lot. I get redemption for myself. Jay White, one of the pioneers of New Japan for the last three or four years, coming over here, he is new and being integrated to the national audience on-screen. I have a victory over him, and that means something, and it means something to him. He wants his redemption on me. Everyone is after something and we want to take it out on each other,” he said.
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The Continental Classic tournament, organized by All Elite Wrestling (AEW), has been captivating fans in recent weeks. This exciting tournament will reach its climax at the Worlds End pay-per-view event on December 30th. In each match, the winner will be awarded three points, while draws will earn each wrestler involved one point.
The ultimate prize of the Continental Classic is the prestigious Triple Crown Championship. The winner of the tournament will be crowned the champion and hold this esteemed title, which includes the ROH World and NJPW Strong Openweight Titles. It’s a remarkable opportunity for any wrestler to solidify their legacy and establish themselves as a top competitor in the industry.
The tournament is divided into two leagues: the blue league and the gold league. The blue league features notable wrestlers such as Bryan Danielson, Claudio Castagnoli, Brody King, Andrade El Idolo, Daniel Garcia, and Eddie Kingston. On the other hand, the gold league includes Jon Moxley, Swerve Strickland, RUSH, Mark Briscoe, Jay Lethal, and Jay White. These talented individuals will battle it out to secure their spot in the finals and have a chance at claiming the Triple Crown Championship.
Swerve Strickland, one of the participants in the tournament, recently shared his thoughts on the Continental Classic in an interview with Jimmy Varsallone of the Miami Herald. He expressed his excitement about the unique format of the tournament, which utilizes a round-robin style of blocks and scoring points. Unlike traditional tournaments where certain competitors may not face each other, in this format, every wrestler has to face everyone in their block. This creates a sense of unpredictability and anticipation for fans who eagerly await these intriguing matchups. Strickland emphasized that this new style of tournament bracketing has injected new life into the pro wrestling industry.
Being part of the first-ever Continental Classic holds great significance for Strickland. As a finalist, he will have the opportunity to face off against Jay White and Jon Moxley, two highly respected wrestlers who have made a significant impact in the industry. Strickland acknowledges the importance of these matches and the chance to redeem himself against formidable opponents. He also recognizes the significance of his victory over Jay White, a pioneer of New Japan Pro-Wrestling, as it establishes his credibility on a national stage.
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The Continental Classic tournament has undoubtedly brought a fresh and exciting dynamic to the world of professional wrestling. With its innovative format and talented roster of competitors, fans can expect thrilling matches and unpredictable outcomes. As we approach the Worlds End pay-per-view event, anticipation is building, and wrestling enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the crowning of the tournament champion and the new holder of the Triple Crown Championship.