Chris Hero was pleased to make a return to WWE in 2017 but wishes he had been able to return without using the Kassius Ohno name.
Hero, as Kassius Ohno, competed for WWE NXT from 2012 to 2013 and would return to WWE in 2016. He remained with the company until 2020.
On a recent episode of the “Talk Is Jericho” podcast, Hero spoke about his return to WWE NXT and wishes he’d been able to use the Hero name he’d used for years. He said,
“I started back in January 2017 and then I didn’t know until I was going out to make an appearance for the live crowd that I was going to be Kassius Ohno again. I thought I would be Chris Hero and they’re like, ‘Nope! You’re Kassius Ohno.’ I was like, well sh*t.”
In June, it was announced that Hero had signed with All Elite Wrestling as a coach. The following month, it was reported that he was also working with AEW as a producer.
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Chris Hero, also known as Kassius Ohno, recently expressed his desire to have returned to WWE without using the Kassius Ohno name. Hero, who competed for WWE NXT from 2012 to 2013 and then returned in 2016, remained with the company until 2020.
In a recent episode of the “Talk Is Jericho” podcast, Hero discussed his return to WWE NXT and his disappointment in not being able to use the Hero name he had been using for years. He revealed that he found out he would be returning as Kassius Ohno just before making an appearance for the live crowd. Hero said, “I thought I would be Chris Hero and they’re like, ‘Nope! You’re Kassius Ohno.’ I was like, well sh*t.”
Despite his disappointment with the name change, Hero made the most of his time in WWE. He had several notable matches and feuds during his tenure, showcasing his impressive in-ring skills and unique style. However, it seems that he still wishes he could have used the name that he had built a reputation with prior to his return.
In June of this year, it was announced that Hero had signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as a coach. The following month, it was reported that he was also working with AEW as a producer. This move to AEW allows Hero to continue contributing to the wrestling industry and share his knowledge and experience with the next generation of talent.
Hero’s passion for wrestling and his desire to make an impact in the industry is evident in his career choices. While he may not have been able to return to WWE as Chris Hero, he has found new opportunities in AEW to continue his journey and leave a lasting legacy.
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In conclusion, Chris Hero’s return to WWE as Kassius Ohno may not have been what he had hoped for, but it did not diminish his passion for the sport. His recent move to AEW as a coach and producer allows him to continue making a significant impact in the wrestling industry. As fans, we can look forward to seeing how Hero’s career unfolds and the contributions he will make to the next generation of wrestlers.