In a recent appearance on “The Angle Podcast,” The New Day’s Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods were asked about who they’d like to see in the Men’s WWE Royal Rumble match. Kofi Kingston picked the Young Bucks. He said,
“Secret entrant? I’m going to give a cop out answer here, there are so many possibilities. We’ve always wanted to have matches with the Young Bucks. We’ve said that before. We say it all the time. They opened the door, then let Mickie James come here from TNA. Not me. I can talk about it. Y’all keep the Forbidden Door open, you didn’t shut it. I’m gonna come through and peek and see.”
Xavier Woods added, “If they’re coming from TNA, I just want to say, I may have been the first to jump ship from over there. I’m just saying. I started the fire. Then we played Street Fighter against the Young Bucks.“
The New Day, consisting of Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, recently shared their thoughts on who they would like to see in the Men’s WWE Royal Rumble match during an appearance on “The Angle Podcast.” Their answers may surprise some fans, as they expressed their desire to face off against the Young Bucks.
Kofi Kingston, when asked about a potential secret entrant in the Royal Rumble, mentioned the Young Bucks as a dream opponent. He stated, “We’ve always wanted to have matches with the Young Bucks. We’ve said that before. We say it all the time.” This revelation showcases the New Day’s admiration for the Young Bucks’ in-ring abilities and their desire to compete against them.
Furthermore, Kingston playfully referenced the concept of the Forbidden Door, a term used to describe the collaboration between different wrestling promotions. He mentioned how Mickie James had recently made an appearance in WWE after her time in TNA (Total Nonstop Action Wrestling). Kingston humorously suggested that the Young Bucks should keep the Forbidden Door open, as he would love to take advantage of the opportunity to face them in the ring.
Xavier Woods also chimed in on the conversation, highlighting his own history with TNA. He jokingly claimed to have been the first to jump ship from TNA to WWE, playfully boasting about starting the trend. Woods then mentioned that he and his New Day teammates had even played Street Fighter against the Young Bucks, further emphasizing their desire to compete against them.
The New Day’s interest in facing the Young Bucks is intriguing for several reasons. The Young Bucks, consisting of Matt and Nick Jackson, are renowned for their high-flying and innovative wrestling style. They have gained immense popularity in recent years, particularly through their work in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The possibility of a match between these two talented tag teams would undoubtedly generate excitement among fans.
The concept of inter-promotional matches has become increasingly popular in the wrestling industry. The Forbidden Door has been opened, allowing wrestlers from different promotions to compete against each other. This collaboration has resulted in dream matches and unexpected surprises for fans. The New Day’s desire to face the Young Bucks exemplifies the potential for exciting cross-promotional encounters that could captivate audiences.
While it remains to be seen if a match between the New Day and the Young Bucks will ever come to fruition, the fact that these two teams have expressed their interest in facing each other is a testament to their passion for the sport and their desire to provide fans with unforgettable moments. Whether it happens in WWE, AEW, or another promotion, the possibility of a clash between these two talented tag teams is something that wrestling enthusiasts can eagerly anticipate.