A star-packed episode of AEW Dynamite graced the wrestling world on September 6, packed with high-octane encounters coming hot on the heels of AEW All Out. Let’s break down the explosive events of the evening.
AEW International Championship Jon Moxley (c) (accompanied by Claudio Castagnoli) vs AR Fox
In a pulsating contest, AR Fox surprised Moxley with a quick offensive blitz. Moxley managed to regain control but found himself grappling both inside and outside the ring with Fox delivering a stellar performance. Despite a spirited fight from Fox, including a notable diving dropkick, the champion retained his iron grip on the title.
TBS Championship Kris Statlander (c) vs Emi Sakura
Sakura dictated the early pace, taking the fight to Statlander with aggression and determination. Both warriors gave their all, with a double clothesline leaving them momentarily grounded. The tide turned with Statlander conjuring a potent combination of an electric chair and the Sunday Night Fever to secure victory, retaining her title in a hard-fought match.
Tag Team Match Le Sex Gods (Chris Jericho and Sammy Guevara) vs Aussie Open (Mark Davis & Kyle Fletcher)
The fight saw back-and-forth action with both teams displaying great chemistry and team tactics. Despite Aussie Open’s impressive control during much of the match, a Judas Effect from Jericho on Fletcher ensured a triumphant win for Le Sex Gods.
Grand Slam World Title Eliminator Tournament Quarterfinal Roderick Strong (with The Kingdom) vs Trent Beretta (accompanied by Chuck Taylor)
In a grueling encounter, both competitors put on a clinic with Strong eventually emerging victorious through a powerful knee strike followed by the End of Heartache finisher.
Grand Slam World Title Eliminator Tournament Quarterfinal Darby Allin vs Nick Wayne
A match filled with high-flying moves and high-stakes drama saw both competitors push each other to their limits. Despite a fierce challenge from Wayne, Allin managed to secure the win with a decisive submission move, forcing Wayne to tap out.
In-Ring Segment: MJF
MJF took center stage to reminisce about his early career and his recent achievements alongside Adam Cole. The AEW World Champion didn’t hold back, issuing threats to a newly arrived Samoa Joe. The verbal exchange escalated quickly, setting the stage for a potential feud as MJF dismissed Joe’s challenges, recounting past grievances and declaring his dominance in the current wrestling landscape. A heated exchange of words and a slap from MJF suggested that this rivalry could reach boiling point soon. Samoa Joe vowed to secure a title shot through winning the tournament, adding fuel to the already fiery confrontation.
As we caught our breaths after an adrenaline-fueled evening, the wrestling community buzzed with anticipation, eyes firmly fixed on the unfolding road to the AEW Grand Slam. This episode of AEW Dynamite promised fierce rivalries, fresh challenges, and a wrestling spectacle that fans won’t want to miss. Stay tuned as the saga continues.