3) Davey Richards – MLW
Davey Richards's return to pro wrestling surprised fans. He was one of the top picks in the MLW 2021 Open Draft. Richards was an independent standout, former two-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion, and former five-time TNA World Tag Team Champion with Eddie Edwards as the Wolves.
After a hiatus of several years, Davey Richards has made his return to the business for MLW. He is immediately one of the best wrestlers on the roster. Richards is a versatile performer who is a skilled striker and a technical wrestling expert. He can get the job done in a multitude of ways inside the squared circle.
Will Ospreay vs. Davey Richards is a mouth-watering encounter that many fans will be anticipating. Ospreay matches up well with competitors who are similar to Richards and has to look at Davey as one of the dream matches that he has wanted for years. This has to be at the top of the list for MLW to put on with Ospreay debuting.
Will Ospreay will be looking to prove himself as the "real" IWGP World Heavyweight Champion. Defending that title in MLW would add prestige and credence to his claim with Shingo Takagi currently active as IWGP World Heavyweight Champion back in Japan for NJPW. A successful defense against Davey Richards will be just the thing Ospreay needs.