Get ready for an explosive night of wrestling as we dive into the thrilling world of AEW Dynamite! The show, live from Austin, Texas, on TBS and HBO Max, delivered an action-packed evening with three championships on the line and an intense battle for the AEW World Championship contenders.
In the opening match, the legendary Kenny Omega continued his winning streak, defeating Rocky Romero of the Don Callis Family. The victory sets up an exciting main event next week, where Omega will face the winner of the highly anticipated match between Swerve Strickland and Andrade El Ídolo at AEW Grand Slam Australia. The winner of that match will earn a shot at the AEW World Title at AEW Revolution!
Andrade, known for his cunning tactics, emerged victorious in the main event, solidifying his position as Omega's next opponent. But the night wasn't without its surprises; earlier, we learned that Brody King will challenge AEW World Champion MJF in an Eliminator Match next week, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the championship picture.
The champions reigned supreme in a night full of title defenses. AEW Women's World Champion Kris Statlander retained her title against Thekla, while TNT Champion Mark Briscoe handed El Clon his first loss. And in a thrilling debut, Tommaso Ciampa answered Briscoe's TNT Title Open Challenge! The AEW Continental Champion, Jon Moxley, also made his presence felt, helping FTR retain their AEW World Tag Team Championships against Mark Davis and Jake Doyle.
Moxley's night wasn't over yet; he defeated Ace Austin in a Continental Eliminator match and faced off against the Don Callis Family. With so much action and drama, Dynamite delivered an unforgettable evening of wrestling.
AEW Dynamite Recap: Austin Edition
- Kenny Omega def. Rocky Romero of the Don Callis Family
- AEW Women's World Tag Team Champions The Babes of Wrath make a proposition to Sisters of Sin
- AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Match: Jon Moxley (c) def. Ace Austin of Bang Bang Gang
- TNT Championship Match: Mark Briscoe (c) def. El Clon of the Don Callis Family
- Kazuchika Okada apologizes to Kyle Fletcher
- AEW World Champion MJF vs. Brody King in an Eliminator Match next week!
- Young Bucks announce a Superkick Party
- AEW Women's World Championship Match: Kris Statlander (c) def. Triangle of Madness' Thekla
- Don Callis reveals the Family's plans
- AEW National Champion Ricochet and GOA attack "Jungle" Jack Perry
- AEW World Tag Team Championship Match: FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) (c) def. Mark Davis & Jake Doyle of the Don Callis Family
- "Timeless" Toni Storm supports Orange Cassidy against Marina Shafir and Wheeler Yuta
- Andrade El Ídolo of the Don Callis Family def. Swerve Strickland
- AEW World Champion MJF meets his challengers
The Omega-Romero Showdown
The highly anticipated match between Kenny Omega and Rocky Romero kicked off with a bang. Romero, eager to make an impact, jumped Omega at the bell, but Omega quickly regained control, sending Romero to the opposite side of the ring. Omega's dominance continued, with a series of powerful moves, including a jumping back elbow and a plancha that connected perfectly. Omega's celebration with the fans added an extra layer of excitement to the match.
As the match progressed, Omega's V-Trigger attempts were met with clever evasion tactics from Romero, who used the referee as a distraction to land a cheap shot. Romero's momentum seemed to be building, but Omega's resilience and precision strikes, including a devastating V-Trigger and a One-Winged Angel, secured the victory.
The Road to AEW Revolution
With Omega's win, he joins the top four contenders for the AEW World Championship, alongside his former tag team partner, "Hangman" Adam Page, and the main event participants, Swerve Strickland and Andrade El Ídolo. The top two contenders will face off at Grand Slam Australia on February 14, with the winner earning a shot at the AEW World Champion at AEW Revolution on March 15. Next week in Las Vegas, Omega will face the winner of the Andrade-Swerve match, setting up an intense showdown.
The Champions' Night
In a night filled with title defenses, the champions proved their dominance. Kris Statlander retained her AEW Women's World Championship against Thekla, while Mark Briscoe's TNT Championship reign continued as he defeated El Clon. FTR, the AEW World Tag Team Champions, successfully defended their titles against Mark Davis and Jake Doyle, thanks in part to some timely intervention from Jon Moxley.
The Debut of Tommaso Ciampa
Tommaso Ciampa made his AEW debut in a thrilling fashion, answering Mark Briscoe's TNT Title Open Challenge. The crowd erupted as Ciampa stepped into the ring, facing off against Briscoe. The match showcased the best of both competitors, with a back-and-forth battle that left the crowd on the edge of their seats.
The Don Callis Family's Dominance
The Don Callis Family made their presence felt throughout the night, with members involved in multiple matches. Andrade El Ídolo, backed by the Family, defeated Swerve Strickland in the main event, solidifying his position as a top contender for the AEW World Championship. The Family's influence was evident, as they aimed to bring all the belts home and rename the program "Don Callis Championship Wrestling."
The Future of the AEW World Championship
As the night came to a close, the focus shifted to the AEW World Championship picture. Brody King's challenge to MJF in an Eliminator Match next week adds an intriguing twist. Omega, Page, Strickland, and Andrade all have their eyes on the prize, but who will emerge as the next champion? The road to AEW Revolution is paved with intense rivalries and unforgettable moments.
Don't miss AEW Collision on Saturday, 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on TNT and HBO Max, live from Arlington, Texas! Remember, this is AEW—Where The Best Wrestle!
