Ups & Downs For Every AEW Roster Member

72. Michael Nakazawa

Michael Nakazawa
AEW

Up

Popping a solid quarter-hour ratings boost alongside Kenny Omega, as the duo faced Best Friends on the 8 April episode of Dynamite.

Down

Reverting to the same lame, rote "comedy" routine in every single match, without the slightest hint of variety. The slippery oil escapes and rancid thong spots are moderately funny the first time you see them. By the fourth or fifth, they're already beyond tedious.

71. Leva Bates

Leva Bates
Thomas Tischio AEW

Up

Bates was entertainingly over the top as Nyla Rose carried her to a take team victory over Shalandra Royal and Shazza McKenzie on the 8 November episode of Dark, despite having no tangible impact on the outcome. Her degree in radio and television production means she's almost certainly a great person to have around backstage as well.

Down

The entire go-nowhere 'Librarian' act, particularly the teased romance with Peter Avalon.

70. Pres10 Vance

Prest10 Vance
AEW

Up

Playing the perfect Dark Order meat shield for Jon Moxley ahead of Mr. Brodie Lee's World Title challenge, putting Mox's threat over with the "broken" arm spot.

Down

At a time when so many of the Dark Order are finding their voices, from John Silver to Alan Angels, 10 is the group's least distinct personality. Nothing but his size stands out.

69. Peter Avalon

Peter Avalon
AEW

Up

The Brandon Cutler feud and partnership offered up some genuinely entertaining moments, particularly in their high-effort tag bouts. Avalon has also proved himself a great sh*t-eating jobber.

Down

'Pretty' Peter Avalon is creepy, unfocused, and offers no hooks for investment.

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