Swerve Strickland is a prominent contender in the Owen Hart Foundation tournament, which is heating up as it approaches the Forbidden Door pay-per-view. The tournament will crown champions in both men's and women's divisions, with Strickland among the four semifinalists alongside Will Ospreay, Mark Davis, and Brody King. Strickland's journey began with a victory over Bandido in the first round, while Brody King defeated Claudio Castagnoli. Their rivalry is set to reignite next week on a special edition of AEW's Dynamite, titled Summer Blockbuster, where they will face off in the semifinals. Strickland has expressed his determination to win the Owen Hart Cup, emphasizing his desire for power within AEW. He stated, "At this stage of my career, I’m at the stage of any means necessary right now." The upcoming match promises to be a pivotal moment in both wrestlers' careers as they vie for a chance at the prestigious cup and the power it represents.