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Will Ospreay Says WWE Wanted Him For Cruiserweight Classic, Was Making More Money In NJPW

AUGUST 27, 2026 · 1 MIN READ

WWE held the first and only Cruiserweight Classic in 2016 featuring talent like Kota Ibushi, Zack Sabre Jr, Johnny Gargano, Mustafa Ali, and more. They wanted Will Ospreay for the tournament. Speaking to Ariel Helwani of the Ariel Helwani Show, Ospreay recalled WWE’s offer for the tournament. “I received an offer in 2016 to be … The post Will Ospreay Says WWE Wanted Him For Cruiserweight Classic, Was Making More Money In NJPW appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News.

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