Post-match words reveal pressure, confidence, and desperation in the tournament
Summary
– Continental Classic competitors address wins, losses, and momentum after Holiday Bash
– Kyle Fletcher, Orange Cassidy, and others reflect on confidence and setbacks
– Tournament pressure intensifies as the road to New York continues
The AEW Continental Classic continued to expose the mindset of its competitors following Holiday Bash, with several wrestlers offering raw and emotional reactions to their performances.
Kyle Fletcher remained defiant despite setbacks, insisting his belief in himself has not wavered. Fletcher acknowledged recent losses but made it clear he still sees a clear path to the semifinals and beyond. He emphasized that confidence, even when labeled arrogance, is what drives him forward in the tournament.
Orange Cassidy kept his response simple after securing another victory. Cassidy emphasized the importance of earning points and dismissed outside noise, stressing that consistency is more crucial than style as the tournament progresses.
Other competitors echoed similar sentiments, pointing to the Continental Classic as a format that strips everything down to effort and resolve. Several noted that as the weeks go on, pressure increases and flaws are exposed, leaving no room to hide.
With New York City looming, emotions are clearly running high. Wins are becoming harder to secure, losses more difficult to shake, and every match now carries heavier consequences. The Continental Classic is no longer about potential, but about survival.
