In a recent interview with radio personality Mark Hoke, the long-standing feud between AEW Triple Crown Champion Eddie Kingston and Claudio Castagnoli, also known as Cesaro, took center stage. Castagnoli shared his perspective on the persistent animosity between them, expressing skepticism about the possibility of resolving their differences.
Acknowledging the ongoing tension, Castagnoli remarked, “I don’t think there’ll ever be water under the bridge between me and Eddie.” He hinted that Bryan Danielson is now caught up in the situation, implying that dealing with Kingston has become a shared challenge. Castagnoli, a member of the Blackpool Combat Club, emphasized that Kingston is perceived as a challenge to the values upheld by their group.
Castagnoli expressed satisfaction that Danielson took decisive action by spitting in Kingston’s face during a recent match. Reflecting on the incident, he humorously commented, “I wish I would’ve done it earlier,” conveying his relief at passing the torch of the rivalry. He affirmed, “I’m done wasting energy on him.”
The longstanding feud between Kingston and Castagnoli traces back to the American and European independent wrestling scenes of the mid-2000s, notably playing out in promotions like CHIKARA. Kingston’s triumph over Castagnoli for the ROH World Championship last September added another layer to their enduring rivalry.
Complicating the situation are the shifting dynamics within the Blackpool Combat Club, where allegiances and friendships have undergone changes. The relationship between Jon Moxley, a BCC member, and Kingston, who defeated Moxley in the finals of the AEW Continental Classic, has a history of turmoil. Moxley’s alignment with the BCC has introduced strain into their friendship.
As the wrestling narrative unfolds, the deep-seated animosity between Kingston and Castagnoli remains a compelling and enduring storyline in the world of AEW.
