Tony Khan Opens Up About Ricochet, Calls Him Difficult to Work With
Tony Khan candidly discusses high-flyer Ricochet’s challenging personality and heel turn, praising his in-ring abilities while acknowledging backstage difficulties.
AEW President Tony Khan has pulled back the curtain on Ricochet’s reputation since the former WWE standout joined the promotion last August at All In.
The high-flyer’s heel turn has effectively drawn heat from AEW crowds, transforming his once soft-spoken persona into an arrogant, cocky character.
During his appearance on Battleground Podcast, Khan didn’t mince words about the former Lucha Underground Champion’s backstage reputation.
“One of the least-liked men in our locker room and somebody I’m a big fan of as a wrestler but he’s a very challenging personality, very hard to work with, really weird guy and that’s Ricochet,” Khan revealed.
The AEW boss went on to praise Ricochet’s in-ring talents despite the behind-the-scenes challenges.
“He has really turned the fans and I think he’s a great, great, great wrestler and to be honest I like working with because I think he’s such a great talent in the ring,” Khan continued.
Ricochet will square off against Kenny Omega and “Speedball” Mike Bailey in a three-way match for the AEW International Championship at Dynasty.
Khan wrapped up his assessment with a telling distinction about the former WWE Intercontinental Champion.
“He is in really top fighting condition and I think Ricochet is a great wrestler; I don’t think he’s a great guy,” Khan remarked.
The candid nature of Khan’s comments raises questions about how Ricochet’s difficult reputation might impact his push in AEW despite his undeniable in-ring abilities.
