In an intriguing turn of events, a major AEW star caught the wrestling world's attention after claiming he's better than WWE legend Rey Mysterio.That star is Ricochet, a former WWE performer who joined the Jacksonville-based company in August 2024 after citing creative differences with the Stamford-based promotion. The Future of Flight recently won his first title in AEW, capturing the newly introduced National Title in a Casino Gauntlet Match at Full Gear 2025 last Saturday. Moreover, Ricochet is the de facto leader of the rising faction "the Demand," which includes Gates Of Agony (Bishop Kaun and Toa Liona). Outside the ring, The One and Only is known for an outspoken social media persona, potentially an extension of the heel gimmick he portrays in Tony Khan's promotion. Recently, he caught attention for a bold comment he made in which he deemed himself better than WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio.Ricochet's remarks were sparked by comments from wrestling legend Bret Hart, who, in a recent interview with Johnny | Pro Show, said that the Master of the 619 might be the greatest wrestler of all time. The National Champion responds to these comments on X, saying he was better than Mysterio."Im obviously better than Rey," Ricochet wrote on XRicochet celebrated AEW National Title win by sharing a special moment with Samantha Irvin.For those unfamiliar, Ricochet is married to former WWE announcer Samantha Irwin, who left the company to pursue other opportunities. After winning his title, Ricochet posted on X a photo with Irwin, where she gives him a peck on the cheek while he holds up the National title on his shoulder."Feels good to be champ! #Ahaa 👑," Ricochet wroteCheck out his post on X here.It will be interesting to see what AEW has planned for Ricochet's first defense of his National title.