Toni Storm is set to defend the AEW Women’s World Championship against Riho at Saturday night’s Worlds End 2023 pay-per-view event, and Tony Khan has nothing but high praise for both women.
Speaking during Thursday’s AEW Worlds End 2023 media call, the AEW President praised Storm’s “Timeless” character, Riho’s recent work feuding with The Outcasts, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the media call below:
On Toni Storm’s current character: “Right before I first started talking to Mariah — and it took a long time to get her visa done — so this is many, many months ago. I first went to Toni Storm and talked to her about changing character and watching some films from the ’50s, and she sunk her teeth into it more than anybody’s ever sunk their teeth in something… She has taken the ball and run with it unlike anyone I’ve ever seen, and ‘Timeless’ Toni Storm has been amazing.”
On Riho challenging Storm at Worlds End 2023: “I think somebody that can go out there and, from the very first Dynamite, not only have great matches, but we’ve also seen somebody that delivers ratings, is Riho.”
On Riho’s storyline of vengeance against The Outcasts: “I joke to all the women: you know, this really reminds me [of] Kill Bill. ‘Cause, you know, they all put this woman down, and she’s come back for revenge, and this group — they don’t even like each other, the individual people, anymore. [The Outcasts] all have that in common, that Riho’s coming for all of them.”
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Toni Storm and Riho Set to Clash at AEW Worlds End 2023
Toni Storm, the reigning AEW Women’s World Champion, is gearing up to defend her title against Riho at the highly anticipated Worlds End 2023 pay-per-view event. As the excitement builds, AEW President Tony Khan has expressed his admiration for both women and their contributions to the wrestling industry.
During a recent media call, Khan praised Storm’s character development, referring to her as “Timeless” Toni Storm. He revealed that he had approached Storm months ago about changing her character and drew inspiration from films from the 1950s. Khan commended Storm for fully embracing the new persona and delivering exceptional performances in the ring. He described her dedication and commitment as unparalleled, stating that Storm has taken the ball and run with it like no one else.
Riho, Storm’s challenger at Worlds End 2023, also received high praise from Khan. He acknowledged Riho’s ability to captivate audiences with her incredible in-ring skills and her impact on ratings. Khan emphasized that Riho not only delivers great matches but also draws viewership, making her a valuable asset to AEW.
Furthermore, Khan highlighted the storyline surrounding Riho’s vengeance against The Outcasts, a group of wrestlers who had previously underestimated her. Drawing a comparison to the movie “Kill Bill,” Khan noted that Riho’s determination to seek revenge on each member of The Outcasts has created an engaging narrative. He pointed out that despite their differences, the group shares a common fear of Riho’s impending retribution.
As fans eagerly await the clash between Storm and Riho, AEW continues to provide thrilling wrestling content. To stay updated on all the latest wrestling news, fans can visit eWrestlingNews.com or follow the platform on Twitter and Facebook.
In conclusion, the upcoming AEW Worlds End 2023 event promises to be a spectacle, with Toni Storm defending her AEW Women’s World Championship against Riho. Both wrestlers have received praise from AEW President Tony Khan for their contributions to the industry. With Storm’s captivating “Timeless” character and Riho’s impressive skills and revenge-driven storyline, fans can expect an exhilarating match that will leave a lasting impact on the wrestling world.