Kenny Omega faced Swerve Strickland in two singles matches on AEW Dynamite earlier this year.
What happened?
Swerve Strickland won the first match, but Kenny Omega won the second, securing an AEW World Championship match at Revolution.
Strickland reflected on those matches in a new interview with Forbes.
Why it matters for Kenny Omega
Kenny Omega is one of the top benchmarks in pro wrestling, and Strickland wanted to match skill for skill.
Strickland believes people seeing the matches changes their perception of him.
What comes next?
Strickland said a motivated Kenny Omega is a dangerous Kenny Omega in the industry.
Kenny Omega's motivation led to exciting matchups, and Strickland was excited to face him.
The two singles matches took place on episodes of AEW Dynamite, with the second match securing Kenny Omega's spot at Revolution.
Swerve Strickland underwent knee surgery after AEW All In Texas, and discussed his decision in the same interview.
Kenny Omega's performance in the singles matches showcased his skill and motivation.
Strickland's win in the first match was a significant moment in his career, and he appreciated the opportunity to face Kenny Omega.
The matches between Kenny Omega and Swerve Strickland demonstrated the high level of competition in AEW.
Kenny Omega's participation in the singles matches highlighted his commitment to his craft.
The outcome of the second match, with Kenny Omega winning, led to his AEW World Championship match at Revolution on March 5, 2023.