Published 20:35 IST, December 20th 2019
Tony Khan pays Stone Cold Steve Austin the ultimate tribute on AEW Dynamite
The top brass was led by AEW president Tony Khan who dished out a Stone Cold Steve Austin's Stunner to Spears. It took place after Spears’ match against Joey.
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It was a stunning night on AEW Dynamite. The entire top brass of the wrestling company came out to have some fun at the expense of Shawn Spears. The top brass was led by AEW president Tony Khan. He dished out a Stone Cold Steve Austin Stunner to Spears. It took place after Spears’ match against Joey Janela who was dressed as Santa Claus.
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After Tony Khan, wrestlers like Cody Rhodes, Dustin Rhodes, Nick Jackson, Aubrey Edwards (referee) and Joey Janela hit Spears with Stunners. Edwards also reposted a tweet from fans which features the referee delivering a Stone Cold Steve Austin Stunner to Spears. The referee is seen celebrating with a White Claw after performing the move. In another video, Dustin is seen helping Khan up after the Big Boss delivered the Stunner.
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The whole segment, which happened after the show shoot was wrapped up, was an ode to WWE Hall of Famer Stone Cold Steve Austin. Austin celebrated his 55th birthday on December 18.
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Meanwhile, the receiver of those Stone Cold Steve Austin's Stunners – Shawn Spears is one of the most dastardly heels of AEW. He made his debut on the promotions in May and competed at a Double or Nothing event in Casino Battle Royale. He earned his heel status by hitting Cody Rhodes at Fyter Fest with a steel chair. Spears started a feud with Janela after the latter disrespected Tully Blanchard, Spears’ manager. Spears won against Janela at AEW Full Gear.
19:43 IST, December 20th 2019