Paul Wight Explains Why Shaq Dream Match Plans Previously Fell Through

Paul Wight has discussed the possibility of a match with Shaquille O’Neal actually happening, arguing that we’re closer than ever before to seeing the dream bout play out.

Speaking with Kenny McIntosh for Inside The Ropes, Wight noted that previous attempts to make the match fell through due to poor communication.

Still up for having the super-heavyweight clash, Wight said:

“Absolutely. It got very close to happening. I think we dropped the ball a little bit on communication. Shaq’s a real busy dude, he’s got a lot going on, a lot of brands. I think the biggest thing was aligning WWE and Shaq for what WWE’s vision was of the match they wanted us to have.

“Around WrestleMania season it’s usually a tough time for Shaq because there’s basketball going on and a lot of things that occupy his time. I think with AEW we don’t have as much red tape. I mean, Shaq’s already competed in AEW. I think this is an opportunity for us to have that spectacle match and have some fun with it. Honestly, I think it’s closer to happening than it’s ever been.”

Wight made his in-ring debut for AEW at All Out in September, defeating QT Marshall in a matter of minutes. The Giant was most recently in action on the October 25 episode of Dark: Elevation, winning a 3-on-1 handicap bout.

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• Shaquille O Neal
• Paul Wight
• dream match
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