In a recent interview with Forbes, AEW wrestler Ricky Starks discussed teaming with Big Bill, his current goals in AEW, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On his team with Big Bill: “When we first got together, I don’t think anyone expected how things ending up turning out out. It’s still kinda up in the air…I don’t really know what it holds for me because we weren’t supposed to be a tag team.”
On having goals in AEW: “I’ve publicly gone on record and said how much I want to wrestle Kenny Omega, and maybe I need to stop doing that because every time I talk about someone I want to wrestle publicly, it changes. I had someone ask me my goal and I can’t tell you because every time I make one it changes immediately. I would love to say I have goals, but I really don’t. Obviously, I’d love to be AEW World Champion, but every time I make a goal, it never ends up going the way I had envisioned it. So, I think I’m gonna try something different.”
On the amount of TV time the roster gets: “It’s always gonna be challenging because you only have so much TV time allotted and you have a growing number of people on the roster, so there’s gonna be challenges there. It’s really about who stands out and who steps up to the plate when given the chance. There are things that are out of my control that I don’t have an answer for…and that’s just how it is. You just have to deal with it. I can only control as much as I can control. It’s a team effort. We’re all working for the same goal, and if you don’t follow the same goal, maybe this isn’t the place for you.”
In a recent interview with Forbes, AEW wrestler Ricky Starks opened up about his experience teaming with Big Bill, his current goals in AEW, and the challenges of getting TV time in a growing roster.
When asked about his team with Big Bill, Starks admitted that it was unexpected. He said, “When we first got together, I don’t think anyone expected how things ended up turning out. It’s still kinda up in the air… I don’t really know what it holds for me because we weren’t supposed to be a tag team.” This suggests that their partnership may have been a result of unforeseen circumstances or creative changes within AEW.
Moving on to his goals in AEW, Starks expressed some uncertainty. He mentioned how he has publicly stated his desire to wrestle Kenny Omega but acknowledged that every time he talks about someone he wants to wrestle, it changes. Starks said, “I had someone ask me my goal and I can’t tell you because every time I make one it changes immediately.” While he would love to be the AEW World Champion, he has learned that setting specific goals doesn’t always lead to the desired outcome. Starks hinted at trying something different in order to navigate his career path in AEW.
One of the challenges faced by wrestlers in AEW is the limited TV time allotted to the roster. Starks acknowledged this issue and recognized that with a growing number of talents on the roster, there will always be challenges in terms of getting enough exposure. He emphasized the importance of standing out and stepping up when given the chance. Starks said, “It’s really about who stands out and who steps up to the plate when given the chance.” He also mentioned that there are certain factors beyond his control and that he can only focus on what he can control. Starks emphasized the team effort within AEW and stated that everyone should be working towards the same goal. He added, “If you don’t follow the same goal, maybe this isn’t the place for you.”
Overall, Ricky Starks’ interview with Forbes provides insights into his experience teaming with Big Bill, his evolving goals in AEW, and the challenges faced by wrestlers in terms of TV time. It showcases Starks’ adaptability and determination to navigate the ever-changing landscape of professional wrestling. As AEW continues to grow, it will be interesting to see how Starks and other talents overcome these challenges and carve their paths to success within the promotion.