Roderick Strong Finisher

Christopher Lindsey, better known by his ring name Roderick Strong, is an American professional wrestler and former AEW International Champion. With a career spanning over two decades, Strong is counted among the most seasoned wrestlers on the AEW roster. Born in 1983, Strong's journey into professional wrestling stemmed from a desire to escape a challenging childhood. He polished his skills in backyard wrestling rings before embarking on a professional career in his early twenties. Strong quickly made a name for himself in independent promotions across the United States.

Strong then toured extensively in Japan, competing in prominent promotions like Dragon Gate and Pro Wrestling Noah. He also had a brief stint in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) in the mid-2000s. Strong's image as a top-tier technician caught the attention of Ring of Honor (ROH). He became a mainstay in ROH, engaging in memorable rivalries and championship pursuits that solidified his reputation as a force to be reckoned with.

In 2016, Strong's career trajectory took a significant turn when he signed with WWE on the brand NXT. Strong became a pivotal member of the prominent faction, The Undisputed Era, alongside Adam Cole, Kyle O'Reilly, and Bobby Fish. After all the other three members parted ways with WWE, Strong remained for a while and led another stable by the name Diamond Mine. After a successful run in NXT, Strong transitioned to AEW in 2023. Here, he soon reunited with Adam Cole and created a team by the name Undisputed Kingdom. In March 2024, Strong became the first member of the squad to bring a title home, winning the AEW International Championship.

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What Finisher Does Roderick Strong Use?

Roderick Strong generally uses the “End of Heartache” otherwise known as “Strong Breaker” as his finishing move. The move begins with Strong hoisting his opponent into a vertical suplex position. He then executes the suplex, but instead of driving the opponent down to the mat in a conventional manner, he releases his grip at the apex of the move. There are some more moves that Strong has used to finish his opponents off. One such move is the Sick Kick. This move involves Strong launching himself into a running single-leg dropkick, driving his shin directly into the opponent's lower back.

Another key move is the Strong Hold. This submission maneuver takes inspiration from the classic Boston Crab but with Strong's signature twist. He applies the hold with his opponent elevated across his shoulders, maximizing the pressure on their lower back. Strong's technical mastery also extends to striking moves. The Running Knee Strike is a prime example. Building momentum with a running start, Strong connects with a powerful knee strike directly to the opponent's midsection.

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