Understanding the Current State of Ring of Honor

The article discusses the evolving identity of Ring of Honor (ROH) as it coincides with the Death Before Dishonor event. The main event features Bandido defending the ROH World title against Nick Wayne, highlighting the quality of wrestling expected at the event.

Despite the talent involved, the author expresses a lack of investment in ROH, suggesting that it serves primarily as additional wrestling content rather than a brand with significant importance. Bandido, while a skilled wrestler, has not secured a pay-per-view victory this year, raising questions about the prestige of the ROH title.

The piece also touches on the potential for ROH to function as a developmental brand for AEW, similar to WWE's NXT. However, it argues that under Tony Khan's leadership, ROH lacks a clear direction and is instead a mix of various talents without a cohesive strategy. The author concludes that while the matches may be enjoyable, the overall significance of ROH remains unfulfilled.