On a recent edition of the “Cheesesteaks and Controllers” podcast, Orange Cassidy discussed his maiden AEW International Championship reign and his toughest opponents during that period.
Cassidy held the AEW International Title for 326 days before losing it to Jon Moxley at All Out 2023.
Cassidy became a two-time AEW International Champion on October 10, beating then-champion Rey Fenix for the title. He said,
“It is bizarre that I have had so many matches because I don’t like to wrestle. Having all these matches, I don’t like any of them, but it was an honor to be in the ring with Katsuyori Shibata. I still can’t wrap my head around the fact that he wrestled me and is wrestling now. The Wheeler Yuta matches had a place that were a little more personal. I’ve had some time to think back, and people asked me this question while it was going on, and right when it ended, and I didn’t have time to reflect. Obviously, the Jon Moxley match is still in my brain, but there is another person…the match that I had with Swerve Strickland, that one, I’m still surprised I got out of it with the championship. Swerve is…I’m very scared of who he targets next. Here’s hoping he goes after the World Title and not me.”
Cassidy teamed with Kazuchika Okada in a losing effort against Blackpool Combat this past week on AEW Dynamite.
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Orange Cassidy Reflects on His AEW International Championship Reign and Toughest Opponents
Orange Cassidy, the popular professional wrestler known for his laid-back persona and unique in-ring style, recently opened up about his maiden AEW International Championship reign and the challenges he faced during that period. In a recent episode of the “Cheesesteaks and Controllers” podcast, Cassidy shared his thoughts on his title reign and the opponents who pushed him to his limits.
Cassidy held the AEW International Title for an impressive 326 days before ultimately losing it to Jon Moxley at All Out 2023. This lengthy reign solidified Cassidy’s status as a top competitor in All Elite Wrestling and showcased his ability to captivate audiences with his unconventional approach to wrestling.
Reflecting on his time as champion, Cassidy expressed his surprise at the number of matches he had during his reign, considering his well-known preference for not wanting to wrestle. Despite this, he acknowledged the honor of sharing the ring with Katsuyori Shibata, a highly respected Japanese wrestler known for his hard-hitting style. Cassidy admitted that he still couldn’t believe he had the opportunity to wrestle Shibata, who has since made a remarkable return to the ring after a career-threatening injury.
Cassidy also mentioned his matches against Wheeler Yuta, highlighting their personal nature. These matches allowed Cassidy to delve deeper into his character and showcase a different side of his wrestling abilities. He expressed gratitude for the chance to reflect on these matches and appreciate their significance.
One opponent who left a lasting impression on Cassidy was Swerve Strickland. Cassidy admitted to being surprised that he managed to retain the championship after facing Strickland, emphasizing his fear of who Strickland might target next. Cassidy humorously hoped that Strickland would set his sights on the World Title rather than coming after him again.
In recent weeks, Cassidy teamed up with Kazuchika Okada in a tag team match against Blackpool Combat on AEW Dynamite. Although they didn’t emerge victorious, the match showcased Cassidy’s ability to adapt and work alongside renowned international talents.
As Cassidy continues his journey in AEW, fans can look forward to witnessing his unique blend of comedy and athleticism in the ring. His reflections on his championship reign and the challenges he faced provide insight into the mindset of one of wrestling’s most intriguing characters.
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