Show Notes
Ilja Dragunov joins TMZ’s Inside The Ring following his shocking arrival in AEW!
“The Mad Dragon” opens up about why he chose AEW, what he wants to accomplish in this new chapter of his career, and the dream matches he wants now that he’s All Elite. Dragunov also discusses the possibility of competing in NJPW, entering the G1 Climax, his intense in-ring style, the influences behind his wrestling career, and much more.
After wrestling around the world and building a reputation as one of the most intense competitors in professional wrestling, Ilja Dragunov is ready to show AEW fans exactly what he can do.
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