Teddy Long introduces LaBron Kozone during MLW Fusion debut
Cageside Seats • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Teddy Long made a return to MLW on July 4, 2026, at Center Stage in Atlanta, introducing rising star LaBron Kozone. Kozone showcased his skills by defeating Alan Angels in an impressive in-ring debut, using a powerful lariat to secure victory. Long's appearance came with a nostalgic nod to his earlier days in wrestling, and he humorously sought royalty payments from Donovan Dijak for using the Skyscrapers name. The introduction of Kozone represents a potential new era for MLW as they embrace fresh talent.
- •Teddy Long introduced LaBron Kozone on MLW Fusion.
- •Kozone defeated Alan Angels in his debut match.
- •Long humorously asked Donovan Dijak for royalty checks.
- •The event took place on July 4, 2026, in Atlanta.
- 2:30 AMCageside Seats — Teddy Long introduces ‘next big thing’ for MLW
"Teddy Long returned to MLW, and he introduced the next big thing on Fusion (July 4, 2026). Holla, holla, holla, playa. MLW taped in Atlanta, so Long felt at home in Center Stage. That was where he started in the business with teams such as Doom (Butch Reed & Ron Simmons) and the Skyscrapers (Sid Vicious & Dan Spivey). There were questions lingering for why Long appeared this time for MLW. The answer was to usher in blue chip talent LaBron Kozone. “I’m here to talk about MLW’s future.” Teddy Long is here on FUSION on Fourth of July to give his stamp of approval to LaBron Kozone (@KozonePro)! Tap into FUSION: 🎆 https://t.co/ajvBR2rL7y pic.twitter.com/gpd9bhV07S — MLW (@MLW) July 4, 2026 Kozone backed up the hype in his debut by defeating Alan Angels. The prospect started strong. LaBron Kozone (@KozonePro) is showing off some innovative offense during his MLW in-ring debut tonight on FUSION on Fourth of July! Watch MLW FUSION: 🎆 https://t.co/ajvBR2rdi0 pic.twitter.com/1rSU61c6fz — MLW (@MLW) July 4, 2026 Angels relied on speed to create offense, but Kozone was too powerful. In the end, Kozone flattened Angels with a lariat. Impressive! That is, indeed, BALLGAME! @KozonePro impresses in his MLW debut! Tune into The Signal: 🎆 https://t.co/ajvBR2rdi0 pic.twitter.com/uXzpoq6LAu — MLW (@MLW) July 4, 2026 That wasn’t all from Long. Prior to introducing Kozone, he bumped into Donovan Dijak to request his royalty checks for using the Skyscrapers name. 😂 Teddy Long wants his royalties from @DijakFYE! Watch FUSION: 🎆 https://t.co/ajvBR2rL7y pic.twitter.com/lYDoWreUB4 — MLW (@MLW) July 4, 2026 It’s good to see Long in MLW, even if it’s only a short appearance to put over a rising prospect. Share your reaction to seeing Teddy Long back on screen. Do you think LaBron Kozone will be the next big thing for MLW?
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