Kota Ibushi Confirms AEW Contract, Details How It Came Together
Japanese wrestling star Kota Ibushi has confirmed that he's signed a contract with AEW, while also clarifying some of the details in the contract.
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Japanese wrestling star Kota Ibushi has confirmed that he's signed a contract with AEW, while also clarifying some of the details in the contract.
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