Darby Allin, known for his toughness andability to withstand extreme pain, has been a key name in AEW since the start. However, Cody Rhodes believes Darby Allin cannot be the face of AEW because of his risky lifestyle, which often leads to frequent injuries. This concern makes it difficult for Allin to consistently represent the company at the top level.
Earlier this year, Darby Allin had to cancel his planned Mount Everest climb in March after breaking his foot during a match against Jay White at Dynamite: Big Business. Despite this setback, Allin has expressed his determination to climb Mount Everest, stating he will do it no matter what.
In a previous interview with Josh Martinez, Darby Allin had a question for Cody Rhodes: Does Rhodes think Darby could be the face of All Elite Wrestling? When asked by Martinez in a new interview, Rhodes confidently said he believes Darby could absolutely take on that role. He explained that the top spot in AEW is more open than people realize and that Darby has the potential to claim it.
However, Rhodes stressed the importance of reliability, pointing out Darbys dangerous lifestyle. He referred to Allins Mount Everest ambitions and incidents like being hit by a bus, calling them reckless. Rhodes made it clear that while Darby has the talent and confidence, staying healthy and avoiding risky situations is crucial if he wants to be the face of AEW.
Rhodes stated that being the top guy requires consistent dedication, comparing it to the demanding schedule of a superstar like John Cena. He summed it up by saying that while Darby Allin has everything it takes, his risky choices could hinder his ability to be the reliable figure AEW needs.
Unsurprisingly, Darby Allin even stated that he wants to go to space after conquering Mount Everest. Therefore, we will have to wait and see if Darby Allin will pay heed to Cody Rhodes criticism and actually ensure he stops taking necessary risks all the time, or else he may never become the face of AEW.
Do you agree with everything that Cody Rhodes had to say about Darby Allin? Will Allin's reckless lifestyle be his undoing? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
