TL:DR: Tommy Dreamer has praised Samoa Joe, the new AEW World Champion, for his professionalism and credibility. Dreamer believes Joe’s representation will elevate the company and set a positive example for the locker room. Joe, a 25-year veteran, has previously held titles in TNA, ROH, and WWE NXT. He recently defeated MJF at Worlds End, ending MJF’s year-long reign.
Tommy Dreamer on Samoa Joe’s Credibility
Tommy Dreamer expressed his admiration for Samoa Joe on “Busted Open Radio,” highlighting Joe’s realistic offense and the aura he’s maintained throughout his career. “You talk about a credible champion? Joe for a lot of years got MMA comparisons,” Dreamer said. He believes that Joe’s credibility will not only elevate him and the title but also the entire company.
Joe as a Role Model
Dreamer also praised Joe’s professionalism, stating that he is a great representation for AEW. He commended Joe’s handling of the media scrum after Worlds End, a tradition in AEW that often stirs controversy. Dreamer believes that a champion like Joe can teach the locker room how to handle themselves with more poise.
Joe’s Victory Over MJF
Joe recently ended MJF’s year-plus reign as AEW World Champion at Worlds End. While MJF’s current hiatus from AEW programming is partly due to injuries, Dreamer confirmed that Joe was always the chosen one to dethrone MJF, regardless of his physical condition. Dreamer concluded by wishing MJF a speedy recovery.
Joe’s Other Ventures
In addition to his wrestling career, Joe is a recurring character on Peacock’s “Twisted Metal” series, which has recently been renewed for a second season.
Original Article: Tommy Dreamer Addresses Samoa Joe Being The Face Of AEW