Top 10 best AEW stars of 2023
2023 was an incredible year for professional wrestling, so it was for some stars in the All Elite Wrestling.
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2023 was a year of ebbs and flows for All Elite Wrestling. The promotion held one of the biggest events in its history at Wembley Stadium. Moreover, AEW had really good business this year. However, they also had some controversies involving CM Punk and TV ratings.
Although the year had its ups and downs, it was a really great year for some of the superstars. From MJF‘s iconic reign as Champion to Kenny Omega delivering bangers after bangers, Some superstars were incredible and carried All Elite Wrestling on their backs. AEW might have faced some issues this year. However, for these superstars, 2023 was the year that shined the brightest. Here are the top 10 superstars of AEW in 2023.
10) Adam Page
Adam Page came back from injury to give fans a banger feud against a star like Jon Moxley. The man literally carried AEW’s weekly programming by giving banger matches week after week. Moreover, he had a remarkable feud this year as part of the Elite against Blackpool Combat Club.
Furthermore, in the closing months of the year, Page had an incredible feud against a rising star like Swerve Strickland, which delivered a nail-biting bout. Besides, Adam Page proved to be one of the best in-ring performers in AEW time after time, making him one of the best stars in AEW in 2023.
9) Ricky Starks
Ricky Starks is one of the fastest-rising stars in professional wrestling. His charisma is unmatched by any other star and has been an incredible asset to AEW in 2023. His character witnessed an amazing development in the year after he won the Owen Hart Cup.
Moreover, Starks had iconic feuds with stars like CM Punk that have surely elevated his character. Besides, he has achieved championship gold as well this year, making him one of the best superstars in AEW in 2023.
8) Jay White
Jay White was another big signing for AEW this year. The top guy in NJPW made a huge impact on the landscape of All Elite Wrestling this year. His incredible personality and charisma made an impact on the fans, making him a popular guy among pro wrestling enthusiasts.
Moreover, his personality shined the brightest against stars like Jon Moxley and MJF, where he delivered outstanding matches. Besides, the Switchblade elevated the division under his championship reign as the IWGP Champion. As it looks, it is going to be an incredible 2024 for Jay White. However, he was one of the top attractions at AEW in 2023.
7) Toni Storm
Toni Storm is one of the most versatile stars among the other stars on the list. Her enigma was at its peak in 2023 as she explored some new sides of her character. Her persona as the Timeless Toni created a special place among the fans as they witnessed something never seen before. However, she also won the AEW Women’s World Championship this year, making her one of the biggest stars in AEW at the moment.
Besides, Toni Storm delivered some remarkable matches this year against stars like Hikaru Shida and Saraya. Overall, Storm’s presence in AEW programming brought a different kind of flavor to the shows, making her one of the most entertaining stars of the year.
6) Kenny Omega
One of the biggest stars of AEW, Kenny Omega, was consistent with his performance this year as well. Omega delivered bangers after bangers against stars like Will Ospreay and MJF made headlines. Moreover, he was the star of the show throughout the world.
In essence, he expressed the pinnacle of his character this year. Furthermore, his sprint in trio alongside the Young Bucks was one to remember this year. Although Omega had less screen time to shine as a singles competitor this year, his bouts were remarkable. Moreover, Kenny blessed everyone this year with one of the best matches of the year against Will Ospreay in January. Therefore, Omega is undeniably one of the best stars of AEW this year.
5) Swerve Strickland
Swerve Strickland was one of the emerging stars of the year. He finally got the spotlight he had long awaited in 2023. His bouts against Adam Page at shows like WrestleDream and Full Gear were instant classics, making him one of the top stars in the All Elite Wrestling today.
Although being in a bad stable affected Strickland very much, his undeniable talent managed to shine. Moreover, Swerve shined the brightest in his matches against Bryan Danielson and an iconic coffin match against Darby Allin at All In.
4) Christian Cage
No doubt, the only superstar who managed to claim his place at the top unexpectedly this year was Christian Cage. The renowned father figure of AEW again and again dominated the division with his experience and persona. Moreover, the star also achieved success as he won the TNT Championship this year.
Furthermore, Cage also created a stable with Luchasaraus and had remarkable matches this year. Besides, Tony Khan re-signed Christian this year, securing his talent to entertain the AEW fans for years to come. Cage has been the top guy at AEW this year, making him one of the most important personalities in the promotion in 2023.
3) Bryan Danielson
Bryan Danielson has been the workhorse almost everywhere he has been in his professional wrestling career. So was the case for him in AEW as well. However, 2023 was a year of injuries for the American Dragon. Even so, those injuries couldn’t stop Danielson from making an impact this year. Bryan had instant classics this year, making him one of the most reliable superstars in AEW.
Furthermore, his bout against Zack Sabre Jr. at WrestleDream polished his personality and proved to the fans the credibility of the American Dragon. Besides, his heartbreaking loss to MJF and having a subtle heel turn while teaming up with Blackpool Combat Club added some more layers to the versatility of Bryan Danielson.
2) Orange Cassidy
Fan favorite Orange Cassidy has been one of the most entertaining parts of the year at AEW. His caliber was utilized at its best in 2023. Cassidy’s charisma was so high that he took a doomed championship to main event-level status in AEW. His iconic feud with Jon Moxley will be a thing to remember in 2023.
Cassidy was a workhorse champion in the promotion and gave outstanding matches against stars like Bandido, Dralistico, Jeff Jarrett, Buddy Matthews, and a lot of other talents in the company. His iconic and incredible persona made a number of people his fans, making him one of the most popular stars on AEW.
1) MJF
2023 will forever be known as the year of Maxwell Jacob Friedman in the AEW. The man carried the company on his shoulder and proved time and time again why he is one of the best professional wrestlers in the world. From main eventing the first-ever All-In at Wembley Stadium this year with his best friend Adam Cole to defending his championship against AEW’s biggest stars, MJF did it all.
Maxwell has always claimed his place at the top of the chart, and this year, he claimed it. Friedman became the longest reigning AEW World Champion in history and achieved absolute greatness. MJF has proven that he is something different, backed by his claims about the company. Moreover, his babyface turn was one of the best things on AEW television this year. Therefore, MJF stands at the top of the pile as the best wrestler in AEW in 2023.
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