AEW's Dark Turn: Matt Hardy Praises Mariah May's Violent Attack on Toni Storm
Matt Hardy, former AEW star and current podcaster, has praised the recent turn of events in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament, specifically Mariah May's brutal attack on "Timeless" Toni Storm.
During the July 10 episode of "AEW Dynamite", May, after winning the tournament, unexpectedly struck Storm with the championship belt, leaving her lying in a pool of blood. This shocking turn has generated significant buzz among fans and industry insiders alike.
On his podcast, "Extreme Life of Matt Hardy", the veteran wrestler expressed his admiration for the angle, stating, "I thought it was great, I really did. I compliment AEW on going there, and I love the violence. I love the viciousness because it made it mean so much more in so many ways that she was so violent."
Hardy emphasized the intensity of May's actions, describing her as "a killer" when she turned on Storm. He also revealed his early prediction for May's victory and commended AEW for committing to the story's darker trajectory.
"I had Mariah May winning the deal right from the jump, and I thought it was very cool that they pulled the trigger there because you could tell they were about to pull the trigger," Hardy continued. "But I thought the way they did the angle was excellent and kudos for AEW for doing it that way."
Hardy has been a keen observer of the storyline from its inception and commends AEW's ability to shift gears and inject a darker, more serious tone. He believes the narrative's newfound depth will allow for greater character development and exploration, culminating in a more impactful and engaging story.
"I've been a fan of this story from the beginning," Hardy explained. "The change in direction is refreshing, and it allows for more personal storytelling. Now that it's taken a darker turn, I think we can see this story reach new heights."
The unexpected attack by May has injected a dose of unpredictable violence into AEW, leaving fans eager to witness how the narrative unfolds. With Hardy's endorsement and the storyline's newfound darkness, it seems that this is only the beginning of something truly thrilling.
