At “AEW Dynamite,” Chris Jericho’s first FTW Championship defense turned into a spectacle of chops and chaos, thanks to a timely assist from Big Bill. Facing off against the formidable Katsuyori Shibata, Jericho found himself in a no-holds-barred, no-disqualification match that had fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
The Canadian crowd was treated to an intense exchange of blows, with the combatants utilizing everything from a trash can lid to a bag full of hockey pucks. True to the FTW spirit, the match was a bruising ballet of resilience and pain. Jericho and Shibata exchanged relentless chops, turning the match into a test of wills and chest tolerance, painting each other’s chests in hues of red and purple.
Just as Shibata seemed poised to claim the title, Big Bill made his presence felt. Bill, who has been eager to prove himself under Jericho’s mentorship, intervened dramatically. His interference sent Shibata crashing through a table he had set up himself, giving Jericho the opening he needed to pin Shibata and narrowly escape with the FTW Championship still in his grasp.
Bill’s actions tonight have undoubtedly shown his dedication to learning from Jericho, though “The Learning Tree” has yet to officially embrace him. Jericho’s silence on the matter adds another layer of intrigue as fans eagerly await his verdict on Big Bill’s future. Will this bold move earn Bill a spot under Jericho’s tutelage, or is there more testing ahead for the aspiring protege? As the dust settles, one thing is clear: in AEW, expect the unexpected and bring a helmet—or maybe a hockey puck.