For more than three decades, Chris Jericho has stayed at the top of professional wrestling. From exciting debuts to world title wins, he has seen every side of the business. Now, he is sharing simple but powerful advice for young men and women who want to enter wrestling. And surprisingly, his advice has very little to do with fancy moves.
Chris Jericho’s Advice to Young Wrestlers
Chris Jericho has worked in almost every major promotion, including ECW, WCW, WWE and All Elite Wrestling. With that kind of experience, his words carry weight.
While speaking on the podcast UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews, Jericho explained that becoming a big star is not about doing dangerous or complicated moves. According to him, only three things truly matter:
- Creativity
- Personality
- Charisma
Jericho clearly said that moves alone do not make someone a top star. A wrestler may perform a triple moonsault, but if the audience does not care about the person doing it, it means nothing.
He compared wrestling to movies. Some big-budget films spend crores of rupees on special effects but fail because there is no strong story or relatable characters. On the other hand, small films with good storytelling often become classics. Wrestling works in the same way.
Why Character Is More Important Than Moves
Jericho strongly believes that connecting with the audience is the key to long-term success. If fans care about your character, they will support you no matter what.
Here is what young wrestlers should focus on, according to Jericho:
- Build a clear and interesting character
- Develop strong mic skills
- Tell stories inside and outside the ring
- Make fans feel something – love, hate, excitement or anger
He even said that if you can connect with the crowd, you will always have work. Not just in wrestling, but in any form of entertainment.
This mindset explains how Jericho stayed relevant for 30+ years. He kept reinventing himself instead of depending only on athletic ability.
The WWE Elimination Chamber Surprise
Recently, many fans believed Jericho was hidden inside a mysterious crate shown on WWE television. The speculation became stronger ahead of WWE Elimination Chamber in Chicago.
However, it was not Jericho.
Instead, Danhausen made his official WWE debut. For some fans, this was disappointing because they were expecting Y2J. But if we think about it, Jericho returning inside a crate would not really suit his personality.
Danhausen, known for his unique and funny character, arriving in a crate actually made perfect sense.
What’s Next for Chris Jericho?
Even though Jericho is still listed on the AEW roster, reports suggest his contract was frozen due to time away from television. His last appearance on AEW Dynamite was on April 9, 2025, when he walked out on his teammates and ended the Learning Tree faction.
Now, fans are wondering if he will return to WWE before WrestleMania 42.
There is even talk that Jericho could answer an open challenge from Brock Lesnar. That would be a huge moment. However, some fans are hoping to see Lesnar face Oba Femi instead.
At this point, Jericho’s future looks uncertain. But if history has taught us anything, it is that he always chooses the unexpected path.
Career Evolution of Chris Jericho
Here is a simple overview of Jericho’s journey:
| Promotion | Role | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| ECW | Rising talent | Gained early attention |
| WCW | Cruiserweight star | Became popular for promos |
| WWE | Main event superstar | Multi-time world champion |
| AEW | Veteran leader | First AEW World Champion |
This table clearly shows how he adapted to different environments and still succeeded.
