Step aside, stats nerds; this is about making an impression, not winning brackets. Komander, AEW’s gravity-defying luchador, has been flying high—even if the scoreboard isn’t backing him up. While Kyle Fletcher speed-runs the Blue League like it’s a video game, and the Gold League remains a chaotic free-for-all, the real backstage chatter has been about a guy who wasn’t even supposed to be in the Continental Classic.
Juice Robinson’s loss (and injury) became Komander’s golden ticket, as he stepped in to fill the vacant spot in the tournament. Sure, he’s currently 0-3 (counting Juice’s opening loss to Will Ospreay), but Komander’s in-ring theatrics and undeniable charisma have AEW officials buzzing louder than a Death Rider entrance theme.
Reports from Fightful Select reveal that Komander’s performances have earned him rave reviews among the AEW brass, proving that sometimes it’s not about the wins; it’s about wowing the right people. Word on the street is that Komander was already riding a wave of momentum before this tournament, which may have been what secured him the first alternate spot. As for the wrestlers who didn’t make the cut? AEW’s keeping that list tighter than MJF’s scarf budget.
Still, the math isn’t Komander’s friend. With no wins on the board, his chances of taking the C2 are about as likely as Tony Khan going a week without a major announcement. However, Komander still has a chance to play spoiler in his upcoming matches against Claudio Castagnoli and Brody King. If there’s one thing luchadors love, it’s flipping the script—literally.
So while Komander’s Continental Classic dreams may be grounded, his stock is definitely taking flight. Let’s see if AEW turns this rising tide into a tidal wave—or if Komander’s future will remain a high-flying mystery.