AEW missed on Malakai Black

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Right after the thrilling match between Will Ospreay and Buddy Matthews, I found myself deeply engrossed in an intriguing online discussion. This chat eventually led to Fightful Select revealing that their sources claim Malakai Black was wrapping up his tenure with AEW, if he hadn’t done so already. If it’s true that Malakai Black is leaving All Elite Wrestling, I can’t help but wonder if the company overlooked a tremendous talent in him.

Discussing Black’s role in AEW is likely to spark heated discussions. When he joined AEW in July 2021, spectators were eagerly anticipating his meteoric rise. Black was a beloved figure who many believed didn’t receive the recognition he deserved after transitioning to the WWE main roster. This narrative of underappreciated talent had been recurring within WWE, and Black was one of those who suffered from poor booking decisions. Joining AEW was seen as a chance for both Black and his fans to witness how high his stardom could soar.

Regrettably, he wouldn’t have many matches over his three and a half years with the company. Mostly known as the leader of the House of Black, he didn’t often appear as the main event players fans were eager to see. In singles competition, he had 15 matches, achieving a commendable 12-3 record. All Elite Wrestling safeguarded him, but this protection didn’t translate into any significant opportunities for him.

Over the past few years, there’s been a lot of online discussion and conjecture surrounding Black’s position on the team. The inconsistency in his screen time didn’t make things clearer, as fans often pointed out his prolonged absences, contributing to the narrative that he might be discontent or challenging with creative decisions. However, these rumors usually fall somewhere in the middle, not leaning too far toward truth or complete fabrication.

Even though there’s already been discussion, it’s worth revisiting the topic of how exceptional a performer Black was for AEW. In many aspects, he perfectly embodied what AEW represented in 2021. He was anti-establishment compared to what was considered successful in sports entertainment. Unlike the standard mold that WWE often emphasizes, he didn’t fit into the cookie-cutter category. Black was the kind of talent who could have attracted viewers to AEW long before some of the top names joined the company. It’s fair to say that he should have achieved a higher level of stardom within AEW, and this is a point worth noting.

Supporters frequently debate over missed opportunities for their preferred artists’ advancement. At certain instances, these discussions might hold validity, such as in the case of Malakai Black’s tenure with All Elite Wrestling, which could potentially be a contender on the list.

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2025-01-10 19:15