10 Wrestlers Who MUST Be In AEW's Owen Hart Cup Tournament

3. Brian Pillman Jr.

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The Owen Hart Cup will bring a lot of things to the table, but emotion is going to be high up on that list. As a dedication to Hart's legacy and tragic death, it's going to be profoundly moving. Thus, you need wrestlers who can match the severity, gravitas and tragedy of the situation. Brian Pillman Jr is, therefore, an absolute necessity.

Before talking about his father's legacy, it's crucial to establish the worth Pillman Jr has on his own. The man's a great performer who can go in the ring and carries a lot of his dad's best qualities. Sure, he's still a little green and has some room to grow, but putting him into a showcase like this would be a fantastic way to do so, and he'd no doubt rise to the challenge.

Now, to discuss his legacy. Being the son of an iconic wrestler who also lost his life, he's got a lot of stakes in this tournament, and seeing him go far into it would be a perfect way to honour both Hart and Pillman Sr.

It's a no-brainer.

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