10 Reasons Why Chris Jericho’s Post-WWE Run Is His Best Ever
1. Tony Khan's Big Star
Chris Jericho's AEW World Heavyweight Title win at All Out wasn't just another case of 'The Painmaker' scooping up another strap to add to his vast and ever-increasing collection. It was a statement of intent from the organisation that they too - in spite of a multitude of digs at WWE for doing the same - are still wowed by solidified stars than unproven commodities.
There's always money in the chase of course, but Adam Page's chase will have to start at the back of a long line if the company intend to adhere to their wins/losses "real sports" philosophy in the booking of the top belt.
And that, fundamentally, is the position Chris Jericho has worked himself into. Wrestling only twice in an official capacity for the company thus far, he's used his star power to help kick doors down for the company (so he claims), whilst using the gimmick of being a star too big not to be champion to actually go the whole way and lead the organisation bravely into the unknown on TNT.
He began this remarkable stage of the journey not a big enough star to convince WWE bosses that he was a better choice for WrestleMania than Bill Goldberg. Like the former WCW Champion, his mere presence will now be a necessity for huge, huge numbers.