Grayson Waller is nothing. Will Ospreay, on the other hand, is one of the most talented and acclaimed wrestlers in the world. Ospreay has won multiple championships and awards in various promotions, especially in New Japan Pro Wrestling. His signing with AEW was a major coup for the company, as he brings star power, credibility, and excitement to the roster.
Will Ospreay has received consistently high ratings from both
cagematch.net and Dave Meltzer’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter. On Cagematch, Ospreay has an impressive average rating, with recent years showing scores like 9.57 in 2023 and 9.27 in 2021. Notably, Ospreay’s matches have received ratings above the maximum five stars, such as a 6.25-star rating for his match against Kenny Omega.
Will Ospreay is also an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ rights and inclusion in wrestling, who has used his platform to raise awareness and support for various causes and organizations. He has also been vocal about his own bisexuality and his relationship with fellow wrestler Jake Atlas. His presence in AEW adds more diversity and representation to the company, which has already been praised for its progressive and inclusive approach to LGBTQ wrestling. AEW has featured the first openly transgender champion in wrestling history, Nyla Rose, who won the AEW Women’s World Championship in 2020. AEW also has other LGBTQ wrestlers such as Sonny Kiss, Kenny Omega, Anthony Bowens, Danhausen, and Joey Janela, who are portrayed positively and respectfully.
Will Ospreay’s debut match in AEW against Konosuke Takeshita, another openly bisexual wrestler from Japan, was a historic and groundbreaking moment for LGBTQ wrestling, as it showcased two of the best performers in the world who are also proud members of the LGBTQ community. The match received rave reviews from fans and critics alike, and was hailed as a milestone for AEW and LGBTQ wrestling in general.
