In a recent interview with The Sporting Tribune, former TNT Champion Powerhouse Hobbs shared his experience wrestling Sting in AEW.
On the January 10th episode of AEW Dynamite, Hobbs & Konosuke Takeshita battled Sting & Darby Allin in a losing effort.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On the match: “I have so many childhood memories of Sting, but actually being in the ring with him. Him trusting me, me trusting him, and having a hell of a tornado tag match, teaming with Takeshita against Darby and Sting. Having Ric Flair in the mix. Main event match on TV. If you would have asked me two years ago, come on.”
On possible payback: “I’m good. Sting better watch out. I know he’s retiring March 3rd, so payback could still come.”
Sting will wrestle his final match at AEW Revolution 2024 in March.
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Former TNT Champion Powerhouse Hobbs recently opened up about his experience wrestling Sting in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). In an interview with The Sporting Tribune, Hobbs shared his thoughts on the match and hinted at possible payback in the future.
The match in question took place on the January 10th episode of AEW Dynamite, where Hobbs teamed up with Konosuke Takeshita to face Sting and Darby Allin. Despite their efforts, Hobbs and Takeshita ended up losing the match. For Hobbs, wrestling Sting was a surreal experience, as he had grown up with childhood memories of the legendary wrestler. He expressed his gratitude for Sting’s trust in him and the opportunity to have a tornado tag team match with such iconic figures in the wrestling industry.
Hobbs also mentioned the presence of Ric Flair during the match, adding to the excitement and significance of the event. He described it as a main event match on TV, something he couldn’t have imagined just a couple of years ago. The experience of being in the ring with Sting and sharing that moment with him was a dream come true for Hobbs.
However, Hobbs didn’t shy away from hinting at possible payback in the future. He mentioned that Sting should watch out because he knows that Sting is retiring on March 3rd. This statement suggests that Hobbs might have some unfinished business with Sting and could seek revenge before his retirement.
Sting’s final match is scheduled to take place at AEW Revolution 2024 in March. This event will mark the end of an era for Sting as he bids farewell to professional wrestling. Fans can expect an emotional and memorable night as Sting concludes his illustrious career.
For those interested in hearing more from Powerhouse Hobbs, a video interview is available where he discusses his ambitions of winning AEW gold in 2024, his thoughts on Sting, and Tony Khan’s Twitter presence.
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In conclusion, Powerhouse Hobbs’ experience wrestling Sting in AEW was a memorable one for him. The match allowed him to fulfill childhood dreams and share the ring with wrestling legends. While Hobbs may have lost the match, he hinted at possible payback in the future, indicating that his rivalry with Sting might not be over just yet. As Sting’s retirement approaches, fans can look forward to witnessing his final match at AEW Revolution 2024 in March.