5 Potential finishes for Bryan Danielson vs. Swerve Strickland at AEW All In 2024
Bryan Danielson, formerly known as Daniel Bryan, will look to end his career on a high when he takes on Swerve Strickland for the AEW World Championship at All In 2024. The Killshot has been impressively dominant as a champion, having defeated names such as Will Ospreay, Claudio Castagnoli, and Christian Cage.
The American Dragon has been short of luck whenever he has challenged for the AEW World Championship. The former WWE Champion has battled multiple former AEW World Champions in the past, all of whom managed to take down Danielson.
With the title bout at AEW All In supposedly being the last of Danielson's ongoing farewell tour, the 43-year-old star will be adamant about winning the prestigious title at the pay-per-view in London, United Kingdom. However, Swerve Strickland will try everything in his power to deny Danielson a fairytale ending.
In this article, let's look at five possible finishes to Bryan Danielson vs. Swerve Strickland at AEW All In 2024.
#5. Nigel McGuinness costs Bryan Danielson his match against Swerve Strickland
Nigel McGuinness is one of the biggest detractors of Bryan Danielson. The duo have been fierce rivals since their Ring of Honor (ROH) days. McGuinness' hatred for Danielson has not gone down one bit, even though he had been retired from professional wrestling for years.
The 48-year-old commentator never misses out on taking shots at The American Dragon while doing commentary. Nigel McGuinness was originally rumored to be Danielson's opponent at All In 2024, a plan that sadly did not transpire.
However, the former ROH World Champion could manage to raise the stakes for his rivalry with Danielson by costing the latter the AEW World Championship match at All In. McGuinness could announce his shocking return to the ring by attacking Bryan in this match.
McGuinness' distraction would allow Swerve Strickland to take advantage, helping him extend his title reign. It will also be the best way to protect Bryan Danielson from defeat, who seemingly does not want to hold the AEW World Championship.
#4. "Hangman" Adam Page blindsides Swerve Strickland, Danielson wins
"Hangman" Adam Page is determined to make Swerve Strickland's life a living hell. The Anxious Millennial Cowboy went up against Bryan Danielson in the finals of the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament, where he failed to get the win.
Although Page cannot challenge Swerve at All In, he can still make sure that The Killshot does not leave Wembley Stadium with the AEW World Championship.
Page can launch a sneak attack upon the reigning AEW World Champion in this match, pushing him into a vulnerable position. A distracted Strickland could fall victim to Bryan Danielson's finisher, resulting in a shocking defeat for The Killshot.
It would be a great way to further extend the rivalry between Swerve and Hangman, which has turned out to be one of the greatest feuds in AEW history.
#3. Claudio Castagnoli turns heel
A surprising name could influence the conclusion of the AEW World Championship match between Swerve Strickland and Bryan Danielson. The star in question is Claudio Castagnoli, who could turn his back on The American Dragon at All In 2024.
After a successful two-year long run, the time has seemingly come for the Blackpool Combat Club to disband. With Danielson set to conclude his full-time career, the other members of the faction might consider going their separate ways as well.
The breakup could come to fruition at All In 2024, where Claudio Castagnoli could betray Bryan Danielson, crushing his dreams of ending his full-time run on a high. The Swiss Superman could send a strong message to the other members of the Blackpool Combat Club as well, who have seemingly overlooked him in recent months.
#2. Swerve Strickland retains his AEW World Championship
While Bryan Danielson seems laser-focused on becoming the AEW World Champion, he does not share the same feelings behind the scenes. The American Dragon is determined to put on in-ring classics, without being worried about the lack of titles under his belt.
The former WWE Superstar believes that he was not suitable for the World Champion spot at this stage in his career. Since Danielson is hesitant about winning the AEW World Championship, Tony Khan might consider extending Swerve's title reign beyond All In.
The Killshot has emerged as one of the most entertaining AEW World Champions in recent memory. With his back-to-back title defenses, the former Mogul Embassy leader has shut down the claims of being a transitional champion.
Instead of signing up for a short title reign, The American Dragon might consider putting over The Killshot at All In 2024. While fans will be a bit disappointed with Danielson's loss, the finish will further cement Swerve Strickland as a credible champion.
#1. Bryan Danielson wins clean
While Bryan Danielson not winning the AEW World Championship is a possibility, Tony Khan might go against The American Dragon's decision to crown him the next World Champion. Fans have been vocal about wanting to see Danielson at the top of the men's division for years.
Since he arrived at AEW in 2021, Danielson has emerged as one of the most rewarding signings for the Tony Khan-led company. The 43-year-old has stood strong with the Jacksonville-based promotion through thick and thin, something which Khan has acknowledged on multiple occasions.
The American Dragon could make the Wembley crowd erupt in joy by winning the AEW World Championship. While it is likely to be a short title reign, the title win itself will be an unforgettable moment for the audience. It will be a cherry on the top for Danielson's illustrious AEW run, which has given many incredible moments to fans.