Bryan Danielson, also known as “The American Dragon,” sat down with Kenny McIntosh of Inside The Ropes for an interview during his time in England for AEW All In: London 2024. In the interview, Danielson shared details about a conversation he had with Vince McMahon in 2021, where McMahon offered to release him from his WWE contract so he could compete in the G1 Climax Tournament.
Decision to Leave WWE:
– Danielson revealed that he informed McMahon of his decision to leave WWE and join AEW in August 2021.
– McMahon seemed open to allowing Danielson to participate in the G1 Climax Tournament, although it’s unclear if it would have actually happened.
McMahon’s Awareness of New Japan Pro Wrestling:
– Danielson expressed uncertainty about whether McMahon knows about the G1 Climax Tournament and its duration of six weeks.
– However, Danielson acknowledged that McMahon is aware of New Japan Pro Wrestling, as he had previously expressed interest in working with the company.
Interview Details:
– Danielson’s desire to participate in the G1 Climax Tournament stemmed from his previous pitches for G1-style tournaments in WWE.
– The interview with Danielson and McIntosh can be viewed on the Inside The Ropes YouTube channel or website.
Overall, Bryan Danielson’s conversation with Kenny McIntosh sheds light on his interactions with Vince McMahon and his aspirations to compete in prestigious tournaments like the G1 Climax.
