On a recent edition of the “107.7 The Bone” podcast, ROH World Champion Claudio Castagnoli discussed his friendship with Bryan Danielson and why The American Dragon deserves to end his career on his terms.
Castagnoli will take on NJPW Strong Openweight Champion Eddie Kingston in a Winner Takes All match tonight at AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On his relationship with Bran Danielson: “I’m close with Bryan. We talk a lot, just about wrestling, but life in general. Bryan had an absolute Miracle career. As you know, people counted him out so many times, and he came back from things that normal people probably wouldn’t.”
On Danielson deserving to end his career on his terms: “So, for him to call it on his own terms and end his career whenever he wants to, I think that’s very important to him, and he deserves that. So, whenever he decides that enough is enough, he will do so, but I also think you have to very much pay attention to how he worded it.”
Castagnoli also discussed his high-stakes match against Kingston in an interview with Sports Illustrated.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On facing Claudio Castagonli in New York City: “You’re going to beat me in New York, you’re going to have to kill me. Claudio is going to have to put me down for a lot longer than three seconds.”
On the importance of Ring of Honor: “If Ring of Honor never took off in the early 2000s, there would probably never be AEW. Ring of Honor wanted to be different. A lot of AEW guys wrestled for Ring of Honor, too. My mentor, Homicide, was the world champion. Xavier was the world champ. Low Ki was the first-ever champ. Those are all New Yorkers. The belt belongs with a New Yorker.”
On his promise for tonight’s match: “New York is home, and I’m always going to protect my home. I’ll make the only promises I can make. If you miss this, you’re going to regret it. And I promise that I’m going to fight until the end.”
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In a recent episode of the “107.7 The Bone” podcast, ROH World Champion Claudio Castagnoli opened up about his friendship with Bryan Danielson and why he believes The American Dragon deserves to end his career on his own terms. Castagnoli’s comments came ahead of his highly anticipated Winner Takes All match against NJPW Strong Openweight Champion Eddie Kingston at AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam.
Castagnoli, who is known for his close bond with Danielson, revealed that they often engage in conversations about wrestling and life in general. He expressed admiration for Danielson’s incredible career, emphasizing how he has defied the odds and made remarkable comebacks when people had written him off. Castagnoli acknowledged that Danielson’s ability to call it quits on his own terms and retire whenever he chooses is of utmost importance to him, and he wholeheartedly believes that Danielson deserves that privilege. He also emphasized the significance of paying attention to how Danielson worded his intentions.
In addition to discussing his friendship with Danielson, Castagnoli also spoke about his upcoming match against Eddie Kingston in an interview with Sports Illustrated. Kingston had boldly proclaimed that if Castagnoli wanted to defeat him in New York City, he would have to go to extreme lengths and essentially “kill” him. Castagnoli, however, made it clear that he would fight until the very end and protect his home turf. He expressed his unwavering dedication to New York and promised an unforgettable showdown.
Castagnoli also touched upon the importance of Ring of Honor (ROH) in the wrestling industry. He credited ROH for being a trailblazer in the early 2000s and noted that without its influence, there might not have been an AEW. Many AEW wrestlers, including Castagnoli himself, have roots in ROH. He highlighted the achievements of fellow New Yorkers who held the ROH World Championship and asserted that the belt rightfully belongs to someone from the city.
As fans eagerly anticipate the clash between Castagnoli and Kingston, it is clear that both wrestlers are determined to leave a lasting impact. Castagnoli’s promise to fight until the end and protect his home resonates with the passion and loyalty he holds for New York. The match is expected to be a career-defining moment for both competitors, and wrestling enthusiasts are urged not to miss out on this epic showdown.
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