What if Ricky Starks crashes AEW Worlds End 2024? Exploring 5 possible scenarios
Ricky Starks is the name on the lips of every wrestling fan these days. However, the AEW star has been absent from the company for almost a year, and fans are starting to wonder what the problem is.
There is a lot to unpack about what is happening with the former FTW Champion, but one thing is for sure: he is a talented wrestler and will return to action sooner rather than later.
In this article, we will take a look at five possible scenarios that can happen if Ricky Starks crashes AEW Worlds End 2024.
#5. Embracing a full-blown heel persona
Ricky Starks has always been a heel in AEW. He has had phases as a tweener but was never really a full-blown babyface. He was a heel even during his tag team title run with Big Bill because that suited him.
If he does indeed show up at Worlds End, Starks could cut a heel promo and say he wants to be this way. That will keep him consistent with his character so far and ensure continuity.
#4. Interfere in the MJF vs Adam Cole match
MJF and Adam Cole have been waiting for a long time to get their hands on each other, and the match that they will be having will be a grudge match. Having a winner from that match doesn't necessarily benefit anyone.
Enter Ricky Starks. He could interfere in that match and cause a disqualification, thereby inserting himself into the rivalry and taking his rightful place in the spotlight.
#3. Filling in for The Elite
The Elite has been away for a while, and not everyone knows when they will return. Given that they are heels and would like nothing more than making their presence felt even during their absence.
This is why they could have Starks do the dirty work for them. Starks, being the effervescent heel that he is, could take up the role seamlessly, hit it out of the park, and make it a success.
#4. New member of the Death Riders
The Death Riders, along with Jon Moxley, are turning out to be one of the most feared factions in AEW, and rightly so. They have some of the most talented wrestlers in their ranks, and it looks like they will stop at nothing.
They could do one better by bringing in Ricky Starks as the newest member, making them even more powerful to take over AEW.
#1. Ricky Starks calls out Tony Khan
The relationship between Tony Khan and Ricky Starks is complicated. The company recently stopped him from competing in another promotion, and to make matters worse, TK even refused to sign a poster with Starks’ name on it.
While we don't know if this is a work, it is shaping up to be a great feud, and Starks could show up at Worlds End to call out the AEW President. That would set up his return nicely and give the fans something to talk about.