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AEW
Freshly Squeezed
International Champion
Orange Cassidy — Freshly Squeezed
Aren Malec created one of professional wrestling's most original characters: a man so low-effort he can barely be bothered to remove his hands from his pockets. Except that when he does — when the Orange Punch lands — opponents go down. The comedy is real. The danger is realer. Orange Cassidy is AEW's most beloved act and, quietly, one of its best workers.
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Orange Punch
Multiple-time International Champion
Born: Aren Malec
AEW
Promotion
Aren Malec
Real Name
Orange Punch
Finishing Move
Best Friends
Faction
The Orange Cassidy Story
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The Gimmick That Should Not Work (But Does)
A man who keeps his hands in his pockets, delivers the weakest kicks in wrestling history with a straight face, and wears sunglasses indoors at all times should not get over. Orange Cassidy got over anyway — massively. The character works because Aren Malec is exceptional at timing, crowd reading, and knowing exactly when to flip the switch from lazy to lethal.
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International Championship: His Calling Card
The AEW International Championship became Orange Cassidy's title. His reigns redefined the belt, turning it into a mid-card centrepiece that produced genuine banger matches. Best-of-five series with Jon Moxley. Title defences against MJF. Programmes with Samoa Joe. The International Championship era of Orange Cassidy gave AEW some of its most consistently good television.
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Best Friends: The Wholesome Stable
Chuck Taylor, Trent Beretta, Rocky Romero, Kris Statlander — the Best Friends are the heart of AEW's tag and trios division. The group's chemistry with Orange Cassidy produces consistent television highlights, and their hugs have become one of wrestling's most beloved running bits. Simple. Effective. Over.
Orange Cassidy Highlights
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bandido STRENGTH 💪
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queen aminata picked her moment 👑
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don callis family takes care of business
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FULL MATCH: Megan Bayne vs Tay Melo | AEW Collision, 7/19/25
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another W for the jet 😮💨
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tommaso ciampa 🤝 boston celtics
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Will Ospreay vs Adam Brooks | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Will Ospreay vs Adam Brooks MATCH HIGHLIGHTS | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Mercedes Moné is going ALL IN against the competition! | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Tommaso Ciampa gives Paul Wight a NO HOLDS BARRED message for Jericho | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Tommaso Ciampa gives Paul Wight a NO HOLDS BARRED message for Jericho | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Young Bucks encounter Cage & Cope backstage | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Bandido vs Adam Priest - ROH World Championship | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Bandido vs Adam Priest - ROH World Championship MATCH HIGHLIGHTS | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Hikaru Shida vs Queen Aminata - TBS Championship | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Hikaru Shida vs Queen Aminata - TBS Championship MATCH HIGHLIGHTS | AEW Collision, 7/18/26
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Kenny's going to Wembley! 🇬🇧
6 views · 1 day, 13 hours ago
new champ. new look. 👀
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Analysis & Coverage
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Match Preview
Orange Cassidy thrives on his lack of a five-year plan
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Fan Reaction
The Raw fallout and the Orange Cassidy truthers are ruining my week
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Match Preview
Orange Cassidy brings his apathy to the main event
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Top List
Top 10: Iconic Moments in the Rise of Orange Cassidy
1 month ago
Match Preview
Beyond Wrestling needs more than Orange Cassidy to fix its schedule
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Stat Deep Dive
Orange Cassidy’s homecoming signifies a recalibration for Beyond Wrestling
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Stat Deep Dive
Orange Cassidy's workload is hiding a dangerous reality for AEW
2 months ago
Match Preview
Jeff Jarrett is completely right about Orange Cassidy
2 months ago
Latest Orange Cassidy News
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Darby Allin, Orange Cassidy & Roderick Strong Manhandle The Dogs At AEW Revolution
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AEW RISING & FADING STARS: Looking at Kenny Omega on the rise, Orange Cassidy settling into a role at his level, AEW production
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Backstage Report On Roderick Strong & Orange Cassidy's AEW Dynasty Mystery Partner
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AEW Dynasty Results: Kyle O’Reilly Returns, Wins Trios Titles With Roderick Strong And Orange Cassidy
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Orange Cassidy And Roderick Strong Win AEW Trios Titles With Returning Friend
Wrestling Inc
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Orange Cassidy Earns AEW World Tag Title Shot For Conglomeration
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Jake Doyle Returns, Takes Out Orange Cassidy On AEW Dynamite
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Orange Cassidy returns to Beyond Wrestling
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Orange Cassidy Returning To Beyond Wrestling
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Orange Cassidy on his pockets spot: ‘You never know what’s going to work’
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Orange Cassidy on being labeled a comedy wrestler: ‘I don’t really disagree’
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Orange Cassidy Explains What Mick Foley Brings To AEW
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AEW's Orange Cassidy On Friendship With The Rizzler: 'Him And I Are Boys'
Wrestling Inc
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AEW Star Orange Cassidy Believes This 2020 Pay-Per-View Match Will Define His Career
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Orange Cassidy Explains His AEW Character In The Most Orange Cassidy Way Possible
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Orange Cassidy Shuts Down Fans Who Think His Sunglasses Are Fake
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Orange Cassidy Claims He Has No Five-Year Plan
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