Bryan Danielson defeated NJPW World TV Champion Zack Sabre Jr. in a singles contest at Sunday’s AEW WrestleDream 2023 pay-per-view event.
Following the match, Danielson raised referee Aubrey Edwards’ hand and hugged her to celebrate.
During the post-show media scrum, Danielson called Zack Sabre Jr. the better technical wrestler and discussed his moment with Aubrey.
You can check out some highlights from the media scrum below:
On his match with Zack Sabre Jr: “It’s really crazy to think of the person he was when I met him in 2008. Because there’s pictures on the Internet I’m sure, that people could see, of me and Zack and he looks like a skinny kid. And now he’s a man. And I would argue…One of the selling points of this match is that we’re going to find out who the best technical wrestler in the world is. And in theory the idea is that the winner of the match is the better technical wrestler. Being in the match, I won the match, but I am not convinced that I was the better technical wrestler. He was doing things that were quite frankly unbelievable and great, and I don’t know…my hand and wrist are super swollen right now.”
On how the match felt: “Sometimes I’m out there, and I would love to get an EKG on my brain when I’m wrestling because there’s the part that’s aggressive and you’re in it, but then there’s also the part where you’re just like, ‘Oh, I’m in awe of what he’s doing right now.’ It was a super cool match for me to have and I’m also very grateful because I’ve never had…not even a good match in Seattle. All my matches in WWE were short matches or whatever. When we came here in January I wrestled Tony Nese for like four-and-a-half minutes or something like that. To be able to do this match that I’ve wanted to do for so long, in front of this crowd, for an event like this that’s honoring Antonio Inoki. I couldn’t ask for anything more than that.”
On his moment with Aubrey Edwards: “That’s just…it’s just a cool moment. There’s not, in the history of professional wrestling, there haven’t been a lot of people from this area that make it big. And now we’re lucky in this company that we have multiple people…we’ve got Darby, we’ve got Swerve [Strickland], we’ve got Nick Wayne, we’ve got me, and we’ve got Aubrey, who has been there, and…been a fan and been invested in this. And for us to be able to share that moment…it wasn’t for anybody else, but for me and her, because she was, and I actually have never talked about her attachment to me and why she was crying, right? But the fact that she’s been on this journey with me, and then we got to have this moment together in Seattle because referees are a very important part of our matches, it felt special.”
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Bryan Danielson Defeats Zack Sabre Jr. at AEW WrestleDream 2023
In an exciting singles contest at Sunday’s AEW WrestleDream 2023 pay-per-view event, Bryan Danielson emerged victorious over NJPW World TV Champion Zack Sabre Jr. The match showcased the incredible technical skills of both wrestlers and left fans in awe of their abilities.
Following the match, Danielson celebrated his win by raising referee Aubrey Edwards’ hand and sharing a heartfelt hug with her. This moment highlighted the camaraderie and respect between the wrestlers and the officials who play a crucial role in making each match a success.
During the post-show media scrum, Danielson acknowledged Zack Sabre Jr. as the better technical wrestler and discussed his experience in the match. He expressed his admiration for Sabre Jr.’s growth since they first met in 2008, noting the significant improvement in his skills and physique. Danielson also mentioned that despite winning the match, he was not entirely convinced that he was the better technical wrestler, as Sabre Jr. showcased unbelievable and impressive moves throughout the bout.
Reflecting on how the match felt, Danielson described the mix of aggression and awe he experienced while wrestling Sabre Jr. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to have such a memorable match in Seattle, as previous matches in WWE had been shorter in duration. Danielson appreciated the chance to finally face Sabre Jr. in front of a passionate crowd at an event honoring Antonio Inoki, a legendary figure in professional wrestling.
Danielson also shared his thoughts on his special moment with Aubrey Edwards. He highlighted the rarity of individuals from their area achieving success in professional wrestling and expressed his appreciation for having multiple talented individuals, including himself, Darby Allin, Swerve (Shane Strickland), Nick Wayne, and Aubrey Edwards, who have made it big in the industry. Danielson emphasized the importance of referees in wrestling matches and how sharing that moment with Edwards felt special and personal.
For fans who want to catch some highlights from the media scrum, there is a video available on YouTube. The video captures Danielson’s insights into his match with Sabre Jr., the emotions he experienced during the bout, and his heartfelt connection with Aubrey Edwards.
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Overall, Bryan Danielson’s victory over Zack Sabre Jr. at AEW WrestleDream 2023 showcased the incredible talent and technical prowess of both wrestlers. The match left a lasting impression on fans and solidified Danielson’s position as one of the top wrestlers in the industry.