Career Timeline of Lio Rush: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Lio Rush, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Lionel Gerard Green, known as Lio Rush, is an American professional wrestler and rapper. He currently wrestles for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and Ring of Honor (ROH), as a member of the CRU. He also sporadically appears on the Independent Circuit. He previously wrestled for New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), Major League Wrestling (MLW), where he was MLW World Middleweight Champion, and Impact Wrestling, where he was Impact X Division Champion, and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide (AAA) as Aracno.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2014: MCW Training Center and Sudden Impact Formation

In 2014, Lio Rush trained at the MCW Training Center. He debuted at Tribute to the Legends, forming the tag team "Sudden Impact" with Patrick Clark.

December 31, 2014: Combat Zone Wrestling Debut

On December 31, 2014, Lio Rush, as Lennon Duffy, debuted for Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), defeating Slugger Clark.

December 19, 2015: Ring of Honor Debut

On December 19, 2015, Lio Rush debuted in Ring of Honor (ROH), defeating Vinny Marseglia in a dark match.

2015: Feud with Joey Janela

In 2015, Lio Rush started a feud with Joey Janela in Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW).

March 26, 2016: CZW Wired Championship Win

On March 26, 2016, at CZW Proving Ground, Lio Rush defeated Joey Janela, Dave Crist and David Starr to win the CZW Wired Championship for a second time.

April 1, 2016: ROH World Championship Unsuccessful Challenge

On April 1, 2016, at Supercard of Honor X Night 1, Lio Rush unsuccessfully challenged Jay Lethal for the ROH World Championship.

June 23, 2016: Elite World Championship Quarter Finalist

On June 23, 2016, Lio Rush defeated David Tita in the first day of the Elite World Championship, advancing to the quarter finals.

June 25, 2016: Elite World Championship Defeat

On June 25, 2016, Lio Rush was defeated by Michael Elgin in the Elite World Championship.

September 10, 2016: CZW Wired Championship Loss and Heel Turn

On September 10, 2016, Lio Rush lost the CZW Wired Championship back to Joey Janela. Following his feud with Janela, he started a feud with Sami Callihan and turned heel.

2016: Ring of Honor Top Prospect Tournament Winner

In 2016, Lio Rush won the Ring of Honor (ROH) Top Prospect Tournament. During his time in Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), he won the CZW World Heavyweight Championship and the CZW Wired Championship twice.

February 18, 2017: Pro Wrestling Guerrilla Debut

On February 18, 2017, Lio Rush debuted for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla at "Only Kings Understand Each Other", where he was defeated by Ricochet.

March 2017: Departure from Ring of Honor

In March 2017, Lio Rush reportedly gave his notice to Ring of Honor (ROH), signaling his departure from the promotion.

May 13, 2017: CZW World Heavyweight Championship Win

On May 13, 2017, Lio Rush defeated Joe Gacy for the CZW World Heavyweight Championship.

May 27, 2017: HOG Crown Jewel Championship Win

On May 27, 2017, Lio Rush defeated Ken Broadway at House of Glory's "Adrenaline" to capture the HOG Crown Jewel Championship.

July 9, 2017: NXT Contract Offer

On July 9, 2017, Lio Rush received an offer for an NXT contract, indicating his imminent signing with WWE.

April 2018: Return to NXT Television

In April 2018, Lio Rush made his return to NXT television after a period of absence.

June 2018: Move to WWE Main Roster

In June 2018, Lio Rush transitioned to WWE's main roster as part of the cruiserweight division, appearing on 205 Live and establishing himself as a heel.

2018: WWE United Kingdom Championship Invitational Winner

In 2018, Lio Rush won the WWE United Kingdom Championship Invitational. He also worked for WWE as the youngest NXT Cruiserweight Champion and served as Bobby Lashley's manager.

February 5, 2019: Last 205 Live Match

On February 5, 2019, Lio Rush's last match on 205 Live was a number one contendership fatal four way, which was won by Akira Tozawa.

July 2019: Release of Debut Single "Scenic Lullaby"

In July 2019, Lio Rush released his debut single as a rapper titled "Scenic Lullaby", described as a first-person account of his darkest days.

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April 15, 2020: WWE Release

On April 15, 2020, Lio Rush was released from his WWE contract as part of budget cuts due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 11, 2020: Release of Debut Studio Album "Ever After"

On May 11, 2020, Lio Rush released his debut studio album, titled "Ever After".

July 20, 2020: Release of Second Studio Album "The Final Match"

On July 20, 2020, Lio Rush released his second studio album, titled "The Final Match".

January 6, 2021: MLW World Middleweight Championship Win

On January 6, 2021, at Kings of Colosseum, Lio Rush defeated Myron Reed to win the MLW World Middleweight Championship.

May 30, 2021: AEW Debut at Double or Nothing

On May 30, 2021, Lio Rush made an appearance for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) at the Double or Nothing pay-per-view during the Casino Battle Royale match as the "Joker."

September 28, 2021: Release of "Not Found" EP

On September 28, 2021, Lio Rush released his second EP, titled "Not Found".

November 10, 2021: AEW Dynamite Debut

On November 10, 2021, Lio Rush made his AEW Dynamite debut with his tag team partner, Dante Martin, defeating Matt Sydal and Lee Moriarty.

2021: NJPW Debut and Super J-Cup Participation

In 2021, Lio Rush debuted in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) at the Super J-Cup.

January 22, 2022: AEW Contract Expiration Announcement

On January 22, 2022, Lio Rush revealed that his AEW contract would expire on February 14, 2022.

February 14, 2022: Free Agency

On February 14, 2022, Lio Rush became a free agent after his AEW contract expired.

January 4, 2023: Wrestle Kingdom 17

On January 4, 2023, at Wrestle Kingdom 17, Lio Rush and Yoh were unsuccessful in their attempt to win the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Championship from Catch 2/2.

March 30, 2023: Impact Wrestling Debut

On March 30, 2023, Lio Rush made his Impact Wrestling debut against Kushida at Impact Wrestling Multiverse United but was unsuccessful.

June 29, 2023: Heel turn and Attack on The Motor City Machine Guns

On June 29, 2023, Lio Rush and Nick Aldis dominated and attacked The Motor City Machine Guns during a segment of Impact!, establishing himself as a heel in the process.

December 2023: Free Agent Status

In December 2023, Lio Rush revealed in an interview that a deal with NJPW had fallen through and he was still a free agent.

May 29, 2024: AEW Return and Casino Gauntlet Match

On May 29, 2024, Lio Rush returned to AEW after being absent since 2021. He participated in the Casino Gauntlet Match on Dynamite, competing for an AEW World Championship match at Forbidden Door. Will Ospreay won the match.

July 20, 2024: ROH Return and Tag Team Match

On July 20, 2024, Lio Rush returned to Ring of Honor Wrestling (ROH), teaming with Atlantis Jr. in a match against Shane Taylor and Johnny TV but lost.

July 26, 2024: Six-Man Survival of the Fittest Elimination Match

On July 26, 2024, at Death Before Dishonor, Lio Rush participated in a Six-Man Survival of the Fittest Elimination Match for the ROH World Television Championship. He was unsuccessful and was eliminated by Lee Johnson.

January 4, 2025: Failed AEW World Tag Team Championship Capture

On January 4, 2025, on Collision, Lio Rush and Action Andretti were unsuccessful in capturing the AEW World Tag Team Championship from Private Party.

June 17, 2025: CMLL Debut

On June 17, 2025, CRU (Lio Rush and Action Andretti) debuted in Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) at Martes de Arena Mexico, unsuccessfully challenging Los Nuevos Ingobernables for the CMLL World Tag Team Championship.