Bryan Danielson has had some of the biggest moments in wrestling historybut when it comes to choosing the biggest one, the answer isnt what some fans might expect.
During an interview with Jamal Niaz, Bryan was asked if winning the WWE World Title at WrestleMania 30 or winning the AEW World Title at All In: London meant more to him. Without hesitation, Bryan picked Wembley. Oh, uh definitely All In at Wembley Stadium, Bryan said. And you know, the real reason behind that is because of the things surrounding the event itself, like having my family there, like, uh, my wife and kids being able to get in the ring with me.
Bryan made it clear it wasnt just about the match or the title. Knowing that my career was coming to an end, it just felt awesome and it just felt something like I was grateful for even happening, he added.
At WrestleMania 30 in 2014, Daniel Bryan famously overcame incredible odds. First, he defeated Triple H to even qualify for the main event. Later that night, he beat Randy Orton and Batista in a triple threat match to capture the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in what many called the greatest underdog story in wrestling history. The image of Bryan leading 70,000 fans in the Yes! chant became one of the defining moments of the decade.
Fast forward to All In: London at Wembley Stadium, Bryan Danielson secured the AEW World Title in front of over 80,000 fans. This time, it wasnt just about the climbit was about soaking in a once-in-a-lifetime career achievement, with his wife and children celebrating alongside him in the ring. Knowing his wrestling career is winding down, the moment at Wembley carried a deeper, more personal weight.
Bryan Danielsons AEW World Title win at Wembley came nearly a decade after injuries forced him to surrender the WWE World Title, and its obvious that sharing the moment with his family made all the difference for him this time.
Bryans career is winding down, but moments like Wembley are proof that some of the best memories are still being made.
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