Ahead of their match at Wrestle Dynasty, NJPW shared a video of Kenny Omega sending a message to Gabe Kidd. Omega spoke about his hiatus from the ring and noted that he thought his career might have been over. This will be Omega’s first match back in over a year. The event happens on January 5.
Omega said: “There’s no guarantee of a second chance in life. Not everyone can be the person they grew up dreaming of becoming. But there are those chosen by destiny and doomed to bear a responsibility from birth. I cannot escape it, I cannot hide from it, and I cannot die. When I thought my time was finally over, I saw a brilliant light, and like a phoenix from the flames I was reborn. I thought, ‘Why must I continue?’ It’s because of you and people like you who destroyed the beauty I created. ‘I’m a madman, I’m a madman.’ No, you’re not. You’re weak. You’re riding on a legacy of what I created. You’ve managed to create a group of sheep around you. You think they agree with you, that they support you? What those fans really want to see is strength. So let’s see how strong you are. Let’s see that spirit that you like to talk about so much. Because I just don’t see it in you. I have given you an opportunity on a platter. Are you scared? Do you want to run away? Don’t worry, Gabe. If you can’t handle the pressure, I’m sure there’s room back on the psych ward. Until next time, Gabe, goodbye, mwah, and good night. Bang.”
