On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Tommy Dreamer stated that Jeff Jarrett winning the AEW International Championship on AEW Dynamite would have helped in getting the title over.
Jarrett lost to Rey Fenix this past Wednesday in the latter’s first defense of the AEW International Title.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On why the title switch would have made sense: “To Bully’s point, I thought it would have been a great move. If you want to get a title over, you put it on somebody that is gonna help get it over, and if people are mad that somebody’s holding that title, then they will pay to see somebody win it… Rey Fénix, excellent wrestler. His title [reign] has been marred because of how he won it. So if you took it away, it would also add more speculation: ‘Is he being punished? Blah blah blah.’ All stupidity. Help build it.”
On the title switch not hurting Fenix: “It’s also a giant [Satnam Singh], a guy with a pencil [Sonjay Dutt], and a female [Karen Jarrett] [who] all helped Jeff win that title. Jeff has credibility, and Jeff knows also how to get things over. So [it] wouldn’t have been a bad move. Jeff has been doing amazing, amazing work. And think of Jeff holding the title in — also, there’s Jay Lethal out there — think of Jeff holding a title in AEW and the heat that he can get because he is not a typical AEW wrestler, persona, but he has been doing amazing, amazing work.”
Al Snow sees a lot of potential in OVW Women’s Champion HollyHood Haley J, even if she has a lot still to learn. Haley is a major part of the Netflix docuseries Wrestlers, and Snow talked about her potential in an appearance on Road Dogg’s “Oh… You Didn’t Know” podcast.
“I met her over in Jeffersonville, Indiana … it was right after COVID,” Snow said. “I would go over there and I would film TV because I still had to produce TV every week, and I met her there and I knew the minute I met her she had the it factor.”
He noted of the challenges that Haley J has to overcome, “She’s just young and she’s immature, and you know, could be dumb and, you know, self-destructive. So you’ve just gotta kind of try and manage that.”
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The Importance of Title Switches in Professional Wrestling
In the world of professional wrestling, title switches play a crucial role in the development and promotion of championships. Recently, on the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Tommy Dreamer discussed the potential impact of Jeff Jarrett winning the AEW International Championship on AEW Dynamite. Dreamer argued that such a title switch could have helped in getting the title over with the audience.
Jarrett, a seasoned veteran in the wrestling industry, lost to Rey Fenix in the latter’s first defense of the AEW International Title. Dreamer believed that putting the title on someone like Jarrett, who has credibility and knows how to get things over, would have been a smart move. He emphasized that if people are mad about someone holding a title, they would pay to see someone else win it. This would create more speculation and interest in the championship, ultimately helping to build its reputation.
Dreamer also pointed out that Fenix’s title reign had been marred due to how he won it. By taking the title away from him and having Jarrett win it, it would add more intrigue and speculation among fans. Additionally, Jarrett’s presence in AEW as a non-typical wrestler could generate heat and excitement for the promotion. Dreamer mentioned Jay Lethal as another potential contender for the title, further highlighting the possibilities that could arise from a title switch.
Title switches are not only important for the individual wrestlers involved but also for the overall storytelling and promotion of championships. They create new storylines, rivalries, and opportunities for other wrestlers to showcase their skills and potentially elevate their careers. Moreover, title switches can generate buzz and excitement among fans, leading to increased viewership and ticket sales.
In another wrestling-related news, Al Snow expressed his belief in the potential of OVW Women’s Champion HollyHood Haley J. Snow, who met Haley J after COVID, immediately recognized her “it factor.” However, he acknowledged that she still has a lot to learn and overcome, including her young age, immaturity, and potential self-destructive tendencies. Despite these challenges, Snow sees great potential in Haley J and believes that with proper guidance and management, she can achieve success in the wrestling industry.
In conclusion, title switches in professional wrestling are crucial for the development and promotion of championships. They help to create intrigue, build storylines, and generate excitement among fans. The recent discussion about Jeff Jarrett potentially winning the AEW International Championship highlights the importance of putting titles on wrestlers who can help get them over with the audience. Additionally, Al Snow’s belief in the potential of HollyHood Haley J showcases the significance of recognizing talent and providing guidance to young wrestlers.