About this episode

Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome Roderick Strong to discuss his career and analyze his matches against Hiroshi Tanahashi and Will Ospreay.

On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome one of the most accomplished in-ring performers of his generation, Roderick Strong, for a special watch-along celebrating two of the standout matches from his incredible career. Join the guys as they revisit Strong's unforgettable battles against Hiroshi Tanahashi and Will Ospreay, breaking down the stories behind each match. Roderick offers unique insight into sharing the ring with two of wrestling's all-time greats, discussing everything from in ring strategy and chemistry to the pressure of delivering on the biggest stages. Tony and Conrad also dive into Strong's journey through professional wrestling, his evolution as a performer, and his current run in AEW and Ring of Honor. Along the way, expect plenty of behind the scenes stories, locker room memories, laughs, and an inside look at what it takes to consistently perform at an elite level against world class competition. LARINECO - Larineco is better-for-you chewing gum that uses the same mineral your teeth are made of to support daily enamel health. Right now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at BuyLarine.com/WHW BLUECHEW…

People in this episode

Hosts: Tony Schiavone, Conrad Thompson

Guest: Roderick Strong

Topics covered

• wrestling
• Roderick Strong
• match analysis
• professional wrestling
• AEW
• Ring of Honor
• behind the scenes

Keywords

• Roderick Strong
• Hiroshi Tanahashi
• Will Ospreay
• AEW
• Ring of Honor
• wrestling matches
• in-ring strategy
• professional wrestling

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Organizations: AEW, Ring of Honor

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