As most of you have seen here on eWrestlingNews.com, Chris Jericho and Kenny Omega have been “feuding” on social media (Twitter) as of late. On Sunday, it was confirmed that the two will face off at NJPW’s WrestleKingdom 12 event. In an update on their feud, Jericho and NJPW have been in talks to do this match since last August.
During a recent appearance on the “Killing the Town” podcast, Jericho discussed how the match came together. Jericho told the hosts that he’s paying for the “Rock ‘n Wrestling Rager at Sea” cruise out of his own pocket and originally wanted to partner with WWE to bring some NXT talents on the ship and actually hold a WWE NXT live event. According to Jericho, WWE didn’t want to get involved as they are “difficult to work with” so he instead contacted Ring of Honor and worked out a deal to hold a “Sea of Honor” event. As of this writing, The Young Bucks and Marty Scurll are already booked for the cruise.
For those wondering, Jericho is able to do the feud with Kenny Omega as he’s currently a “free agent” and isn’t under contract with WWE. Jericho signs “short-term” deals to return with WWE but is able to do as he pleases once those deals expire. Obviously, Jericho wasn’t very happy that the deal with WWE (NXT) fell through, thus his feud with Kenny Omega and reaching a deal with ROH for a “Sea of Honor” event.
For those asking about Jericho at WK 12, his WWE contract expired, he’s a free agent.
— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) November 5, 2017
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Jericho recently said he approached WWE/HHH about having NXT on his cruise. Was turned down. Says they “don’t play well with others.”
Also noted that he’s financially responsible for the cruise.
Still think he’s working with Vince on the NJPW deal? pic.twitter.com/RWNidMjnzE
— Ryan Satin (@ryansatin) November 5, 2017
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