10 Biggest Secret GENIUSES In Modern Wrestling
1. Orange Cassidy
Through a mixture of gleefully goofy gimmickry and undeniable wrestling fundamentals, Freshly Squeezed has become arguably the most popular performer in AEW’s roster. While some traditionalists may not be able to look beyond the limp kicks, blue jeans, and Jansport backpack of it all, look closely and you’ll see that Orange Cassidy has become one of the most complete wrestlers in the game.
The gimmick is, of course, the immediate selling point. Genuinely funny comedy in wrestling is such a rare thing, and Cassidy brings it - the Justin Roberts “wherever/whatever” introduction, the obsession with putting his hands in his pockets - it’s good stuff.
When the slacker is provoked into trying, though, he’s capable of wowing any crowd. Early matches against PAC and Chris Jericho were eye openers. Last year’s bout with Will Ospreay was next level, appearing way up there on many match of the year lists.
It’s a multifaceted build on the performer’s part, first setting expectations way down low, then evolving from comedy character to AEW’s fightingest champion. He has forged an amazing connection without appearing to do anything at all - now that’s genius.