The University of El Paso in Texas played host to an absolutely jam-packed episode of AEW Dynamite this Wednesday night. With the countdown to the AEW Revolution pay-per-view officially ticking under two weeks, the stakes have never been higher.
This episode featured two high-profile championship defenses, the in-ring debut of a legendary tag team, a Continental Champion in action, and a main event that saw gold change hands in stunning fashion. The tension between MJF and “Hangman” Adam Page reached a boiling point, and the women’s division delivered a hard-hitting main event.
Here is your complete guide to everything that went down on this explosive night in El Paso.
World Championship Match: MJF Retains, but Page Strikes Back
The show kicked off with MJF putting his AEW World Championship on the line against the young and hungry Kevin Knight of JetSpeed. Knight earned this opportunity after a recent victory, and he came into the match looking to prove he belongs in the main event scene.
The opening moments belonged entirely to Knight. He dazzled MJF with a series of arm drags, showcasing his incredible athleticism. He wore down the champion’s arm and ran him over with a shoulder tackle. When MJF tried to fight back with strikes, Knight answered with vicious chops and forearms in the corner.
Knight ascended for his signature UFO Splash, but MJF smartly rolled out of the way and went to work on Knight’s midsection. The back-and-forth action continued, with Knight hitting a DDT on the floor and a beautiful UFO Splash back in the ring. However, a slight delay in the referee’s count gave MJF just enough time to kick out.
In the end, experience won out. MJF got his knees up to block a second UFO Splash and drilled Knight with the Heat Seeker to secure the victory and retain his title.
Result: MJF defeats Kevin Knight to retain the AEW World Championship.
Post-Match Chaos
The victory was not the end of the story. MJF, frustrated by Knight’s performance, dumped the referee out of the ring and looked to land another cheap shot. Before he could, “Hangman” Adam Page appeared on the entrance ramp. The distraction allowed “Speedball” Mike Bailey to sneak up behind MJF and send him crashing to the floor, setting the stage for their upcoming Texas Death Match at Revolution.
Tag Team Action: Orange Cassidy and Darby Allin Prevail
Orange Cassidy and Darby Allin teamed up to face the dangerous duo of Gabe Kidd and Clark Connors. The match didn’t wait for a bell, as Cassidy and Allin ambushed their opponents on the entrance ramp.
Allin sent Connors spine-first into the barricade, but Connors responded by spearing Cassidy through the timekeeper’s table in a moment that drew a huge reaction from the crowd. Once the bell officially rang, Kidd and Connors took control, wearing down Allin in their corner.
The match was a chaotic brawl from start to finish. Highlights included Cassidy hitting a Stun Dog Millionaire, Allin connecting with a Code Red, and Cassidy finishing off Connors with an Orange Punch after Allin leveled him with a Coffin Drop to the outside.
Result: Orange Cassidy and Darby Allin defeat Gabe Kidd and Clark Connors.
Post-Match Attack
The celebration was short-lived. David Finlay emerged from the crowd with his signature scepter. While Kidd and Connors held Allin, Finlay struck him with the weapon. He then stacked Cassidy on top of Allin, posing over both men as Kidd and Connors looked on, sending a clear message to the AEW roster.
Tag Team Showdown: The Brawling Birds Soar Past The IInspiration
In a highly anticipated match, The IInspiration (Cassie Lee and Jessie McKay) made their AEW Dynamite debut against The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor).
The IInspiration attempted to start their entrance with a dance party, but Hayter and Windsor had no interest in pleasantries. They attacked from behind before the bell, immediately seizing the advantage. The Brawling Birds were relentless, using double-team moves and their obvious chemistry to overwhelm the debutants.
The finish came when Hayter and Windsor hit their signature double-team finisher, “Two Birds, One Stone,” securing the victory in dominant fashion.
Result: The Brawling Birds defeat The IInspiration.
Hangman Page Makes Short Work of Marty Snow
Following the tag match, “Hangman” Adam Page made his way to the ring for his previously announced singles contest against an unknown opponent. That opponent turned out to be Marty Snow.
The match was less a contest and more a statement. Page immediately ran through Snow with a boot, then delivered a devastating Buckshot Lariat to pick up the win in seconds.
Result: “Hangman” Adam Page defeats Marty Snow.
A Heated Promo and a Trios Challenge
After the match, Page grabbed a microphone and addressed MJF directly. He promised to “rip and tear” MJF apart in their Texas Death Match at Revolution, goading the champion to come to the ring with his Dynamite Diamond Ring.
MJF appeared on the ramp and, after reminding Page that he had just retained his title, warned him against taking a beatdown before their scheduled press conference next week.
Before anyone could react, Page was ambushed from behind by Kyle Fletcher, Mark Davis, and Kazuchika Okada. Bailey and Kevin Knight ran out for the save, but Don Callis emerged with Lance Archer and made a stunning announcement.
Callis revealed that he had spoken to Tony Khan and secured an immediate AEW World Trios Championship match for later that night. Page and JetSpeed would have to defend their titles against The Don Callis Family right then and there.
Continental Champion Moxley Outlasts Hechicero
Jon Moxley put his AEW Continental Championship on the line—sort of—in a non-title grudge match against Hechicero of The Don Callis Family. This was a hard-hitting, technical affair that showcased two very different styles.
Hechicero targeted Moxley’s ankle early, locking in a Texas Cloverleaf and stomping on the limb whenever possible. Moxley, ever the brawler, fought back with strikes, a sleeper hold, and an armbar. Hechicero responded with a double knee bar that had Moxley scrambling for the ropes.
The closing minutes were a war of attrition. Both men exchanged heavy strikes. Moxley connected with a Curb Stomp and a knee strike before finally putting Hechicero away with his signature Death Rider.
Result: Jon Moxley defeats Hechicero.
After the match, Konosuke Takeshita appeared at ringside, pointing at the Revolution sign and staring down Moxley in a clear indication of his intentions.
Brody King vs. Swerve Strickland Heats Up
Brody King made his way to the ring and called out Swerve Strickland. Prince Nana appeared on the ramp, but Strickland was one step ahead. He snuck up behind King and wrapped his chain around King’s face, using it to choke him out while tying the other end to the top rope.
Strickland declared that all of AEW was on notice before Bandido ran out to make the save, forcing Strickland and Nana to retreat.
Women’s World Championship: Thekla Retains in a Hard-Hitting Main Event
The night’s main event saw Thekla defend her AEW Women’s World Championship against the returning Thunder Rosa. This was Rosa’s first Dynamite match in quite some time, and she came in with the support of the injured Kris Statlander behind her.
Rosa came out firing, sending Thekla face-first into the turnbuckle and leveling her with a back elbow. When Thekla tried to escape to the outside, Rosa flew off the apron with a splash, sending her opponent crashing into the barricade and ring steps.
Thekla regained control by targeting Rosa’s spine with a devastating double stomp. The champion played mind games, mockingly slapping Rosa, which only served to ignite a fire in the challenger. Rosa responded with a Stunner and a flurry of clotheslines.
In the end, Thekla’s calculated offense paid off. She connected with a Curb Stomp on Rosa to secure the victory and retain her title.
Result: Thekla defeats Thunder Rosa to retain the AEW Women’s World Championship.
Post-Match Confrontation
As Thekla celebrated, Sisters of Sin and the injured Kris Statlander appeared. Security rushed to the ring to prevent a brawl, but inside the ropes, Thekla delivered a second Curb Stomp to Rosa. This proved to be a mistake, as Statlander began plowing through security guards to get to the ring, forcing Thekla to retreat.
Tommaso Ciampa Arrives in AEW
In a major moment, Tommaso Ciampa was interviewed by Renee Paquette on the entrance ramp. He called out TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher for hiding behind The Don Callis Family.
FTR and Stokely Hathaway then appeared. Dax Harwood embraced Ciampa, welcoming him to AEW and inviting him to join their group. Ciampa admitted he still “hates his guts” like he did ten years ago, but Harwood warned him that any issue with Stokely was an issue with FTR.
Ciampa responded by leveling Harwood with a strike, setting up a match for Saturday’s “Collision.”
Main Event: Trios Titles Change Hands in Shocking Fashion
The night closed with the impromptu AEW World Trios Championship match. Champions “Hangman” Adam Page and JetSpeed (Kevin Knight and “Speedball” Mike Bailey) defended against The Don Callis Family (Kyle Fletcher, Mark Davis, and Kazuchika Okada), accompanied by Don Callis and Lance Archer.
The match was chaotic from the opening bell. All six men brawled, with Bailey showcasing his incredible speed against the power of Fletcher and Davis. The action spilled in and out of the ring constantly.
After a commercial break, the match settled into a rhythm. Bailey delivered a springboard moonsault to the floor and a standing moonsault in the ring. Page tagged in and hit Dead Eye on Davis, but Fletcher broke up the pin.
With the match hanging in the balance, MJF appeared at ringside and leveled Page with a clothesline. The distraction was all The Don Callis Family needed. Okada hit the Rain Maker on Knight, and Davis followed up with a piledriver to secure the victory and the titles.
Result: The Don Callis Family defeats Adam Page and JetSpeed to win the AEW World Trios Championship.
Full Results Summary
| Match | Stakes | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| MJF (c) vs. Kevin Knight | AEW World Championship | MJF |
| Gabe Kidd & Clark Connors vs. Orange Cassidy & Darby Allin | Tag Team Match | Orange Cassidy & Darby Allin |
| The IInspiration vs. The Brawling Birds | Tag Team Match | The Brawling Birds |
| “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Marty Snow | Singles Match | “Hangman” Adam Page |
| Jon Moxley vs. Hechicero | Non-Title Match | Jon Moxley |
| Thekla (c) vs. Thunder Rosa | AEW Women’s World Championship | Thekla |
| Adam Page & JetSpeed (c) vs. The Don Callis Family | AEW World Trios Championship | The Don Callis Family (NEW CHAMPIONS) |
What’s Next for AEW?
With AEW Revolution fast approaching on March 15, the card is taking shape:
- MJF defends the AEW World Championship against “Hangman” Adam Page in a Texas Death Match
- Thekla will likely face Kris Statlander for the Women’s World Championship
- Swerve Strickland vs. Brody King is officially on the card
- Jon Moxley vs. Konosuke Takeshita for the Continental Championship seems inevitable
- The new Trios Champions, The Don Callis Family, will have to deal with a furious Page and JetSpeed
AEW Dynamite continues next week with the go-home show before Revolution. Expect tensions to reach a fever pitch.
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