Tag: AEW Dynamite

AEW Announces Women’s Tag Team Championship

AEW just added a major piece of gold to its women’s division. On this week’s Dynamite, AEW President Tony Khan revealed that the company will be rolling out Women’s Tag Team Championships for the very first time.

In a backstage segment, Khan praised the growth of the division over the past year, noting the expanded roster, stronger storytelling, and the increasing spotlight on women’s matches. That momentum now leads to a brand-new prize for the women’s roster to fight for — and one that fans have been speculating about for months.

After Khan’s announcement, Renee Paquette was on hand to unveil the brand-new championship belts, giving fans their first look at the titles that will soon be up for grabs. While no tournament or match details were confirmed, AEW has teased that the process to crown the inaugural champions is already in the works.

Since AEW’s launch in 2019, the company’s women’s division has primarily revolved around singles competition, with the AEW Women’s World Championship and TBS Championship serving as the cornerstones. Now, with the addition of Women’s Tag Team gold, the division has more opportunities than ever to showcase its depth and build new rivalries.

AEW’s investment in its women’s division has been noticeable in 2025, with more screen time and storyline development given to the roster. The Women’s Tag Team titles could be the next big step in solidifying that progress, opening the door for fresh alliances, rivalries, and long-term storytelling.

The question now is simple: which duo will make history as the first champions?

AEW Dynamite Preview 9/24/2025

AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and HBO Max, beginning at 8:00 pm ET and emanating from the Peterson Events Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

  • Fallout from All Out
  • AEW Women’s World Championship Match: Kris Statlander (c) vs. Interim ROH Women’s World TV Champion Mina Shirakawa
  • Don Callis Family’s Kazuchika Okada, Konosuke Takeshita Hechicero) vs. The Conglomeration (Mark Briscoe, Hologram & mystery partner) – The mystery partner is expected to be Orange Cassidy
  • Tony Khan to make an important announcement

Update On AEW Return Of Orange Cassidy

After six months on the shelf, Orange Cassidy is finally on his way back to AEW programming. The former International Champion has been out since March with a torn pectoral muscle, but all signs point to his long-awaited return this Wednesday on AEW Dynamite.

Over the weekend, Cassidy’s Conglomeration allies Mark Briscoe and Kyle O’Reilly all but confirmed his involvement in a six-man tag match. Dave Meltzer later reported on Wrestling Observer Radio that Cassidy has officially been cleared to compete, setting the stage for his comeback bout.

On Dynamite, Cassidy will join Briscoe and Hologram to face three members of The Don Callis Family. That group has been steadily expanding in recent months, keeping busy feuding with The Conglomeration. Most recently, Kyle Fletcher and Josh Alexander scored a big win over O’Reilly and Tomohiro Ishii on the August 30 edition of Collision, adding more fuel to this faction rivalry.

Cassidy’s last appearance before the injury came back in March, when he fell short in a four-way eliminator for the AEW International Championship. That title has since been unified, but Cassidy’s impact on the belt — and AEW as a whole — can’t be understated. Since joining the company, he’s wrestled more than 250 matches, becoming one of the true workhorses of the roster.

This six-month layoff marks the longest absence of Cassidy’s AEW career, making his Dynamite return all the more significant. Fans will no doubt be eager to see if “Freshly Squeezed” can pick up where he left off and re-establish himself as one of the company’s most reliable stars.

AEW September to Remember 9/17/2025

The AEW 3-hour September to Remember (Dynamite and Collision) special airs live tonight on TBS and HBO Max, beginning at 8:00 pm ET, emanating from Canada Life Place in London, Ontario, Canada.

This is the go-home show for Saturday’s All Out pay-per-view.

  • AEW Unified Championship Eliminator Match: The Beast Mortos vs. Mascara Dorada (Winner faces Kazuchika Okada and Konosuke Takeshita at All Out)
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship 4-Way Ladder Match Qualifier: Don Callis Family’s Hechicero and Josh Alexander vs. Top Flight (Darrius and Dante’ Martin)
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship 4-Way Ladder Match Qualifier: Kip Sabian and Killswitch vs. Jetspeed (Kevin Night and Mike Bailey)
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship 4-Way Ladder Match Qualifier: Bang Bang Gang’s Juice Robinson and Austin Gunn vs. Young Bucks (Nick and Matt Jackson)
  • Christian, Copeland and FTR to go face-to-face (Heavy fines if both teams get physical)
  • Hangman Adam Page and Kyle Fletcher AEW World Title contract signing for All Out
  • No Holds Barred Match: Queen Aminata vs. “The Toxic Spider” Thekla 
  • Bobby Lashley vs. Toa Liona 
  • Spotlight on AEW Women’s World Champion “Timeless” Toni Storm
  • Roderick Strong vs. Jon Moxley
  • Riho vs. Robyn Renegade 

AEW Dynamite Preview 9/10/2025

AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and HBO Max from the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

  • Bryan Danielson joins the commentary team full-time
  • Shelton Benjamin vs. Ricochet 
  • TBS Champion Mercedes Mone’ and Emi Sakura vs. Alex WIndsor and Riho
  • Grudge Match (Non-Title): AEW World Champion “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Josh Alexander 
  • Philly Street Fight (Non-Title): AEW Women’s World Champion “Timeless” Toni Storm vs. Skye Blue 

Tony Khan Reveals Bryan Danielson’s New Full-Time Role On AEW Dynamite

Bryan Danielson is officially back on AEW television every week—just not in the way fans might have expected.

AEW President Tony Khan announced on social media that “The American Dragon” will be joining the AEW Dynamite commentary team full-time, starting this Wednesday in Philadelphia. The episode will also mark the end of AEW’s residency at the historic 2300 Arena, with the final show from the venue taking place on the September 11th edition of Collision.

What isn’t clear just yet is how Danielson fits into the current broadcast booth. The regular Dynamite lineup features Excalibur, Tony Schiavone, and Taz, but Khan hasn’t said whether Danielson will replace someone or if the announce desk will expand into a four-man team. If a shake-up does happen, it’s possible the odd man out could shift over to Collision, where Nigel McGuinness currently calls the action.

Danielson’s move to commentary comes nearly a year after he stepped away from full-time competition. His brutal defeat at the hands of Jon Moxley at WrestleDream last October signaled the end of his run as AEW World Champion and his full-time in-ring career. Since then, Danielson has made limited appearances, including a win over Max Caster in June and a cameo at All In, where he aided Hangman Page against Moxley.

Fans also got a preview of what to expect from Danielson behind the desk earlier this summer when he provided guest commentary on the August 20th episode of Dynamite and again at Forbidden Door on August 24th. Both outings were well received, with viewers praising his insight and ability to blend technical knowledge with personality.

Now, with a headset on instead of boots, Danielson’s presence on Dynamite will give fans a weekly look into the mind of one of wrestling’s most respected performers. Whether he eventually transitions back into the ring or sticks to the desk, the AEW faithful are guaranteed a fresh voice calling the action every Wednesday night.

AEW Honors Taz at 2300 Arena With Low-Key Tribute Before Dynamite

AEW was set to celebrate Taz on this week’s Dynamite in Philadelphia, but plans shifted just before showtime. Instead of an in-ring ceremony at the legendary 2300 Arena, Tony Khan opted to honor the ECW legend in a more personal way—with a live video posted to social media just an hour before the broadcast.

The eight-minute clip featured Khan sitting down with Taz to reflect on the surprise announcement of his induction into the 2300 Arena Hall of Fame. While AEW had intended to acknowledge the honor on TV, Taz revealed he personally asked for the tribute to be scaled back, explaining that he didn’t want to take the spotlight away from the current AEW roster.

Even with the toned-down approach, AEW still made sure the moment carried weight. Khan confirmed that Taz’s Hall of Fame banner had been officially raised inside the arena before Dynamite went live on TNT and HBO Max, giving fans in attendance a chance to see the recognition firsthand.

The rest of the video saw Taz and Khan breaking down that night’s Dynamite card, blending the tribute with AEW’s usual hype for the show. It wasn’t the big in-ring celebration fans may have expected, but it was a fitting nod to a man whose legacy is forever tied to the 2300 Arena and its hardcore history.

AEW Dynamite Preview 9/3/2025

AEW Dynamite live Wednesday on TBS and HBO Max from the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia

  • TBS Championship: Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Alex Windsor
  • AEW World Champion “Hangman” Adam Page, Kenny Omega & Jet Speed vs Don Callis Family (TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher & Josh Alexander) & The Young Bucks
  • 2300 Arena Hardcore Hall of Fame Induction of Taz

Hook Returns to AEW with a New Theme Song — Here’s Why the Change Happened

Hook made his long-awaited return to AEW this week on Dynamite, but fans quickly noticed something different about the presentation — the music. The former FTW Champion no longer walks out to Action Bronson’s “The Chairman’s Intent,” instead making his entrance to Jay Jay Johanson’s “So Tell The Girls I Am Back In Town,” a track that dates all the way back to 1996.

According to a report from Fightful Select, the switch comes after some behind-the-scenes friction between AEW and Action Bronson. The rapper previously described the AEW locker room atmosphere as “weird,” which reportedly didn’t sit well with the company. While things between both sides have since cooled down, AEW had already chosen to move forward with a new theme for Hook. To add to it, the rights to use Bronson’s track had officially expired back in January, making the change inevitable.

Hook’s comeback wasn’t just about a new song — it was about revenge. Appearing at the historic 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, the son of Taz stormed the ring to go after Wheeler Yuta of the Death Riders. Yuta and his crew had taken Hook out of action for months, and the young star wasted no time in getting payback.

It was also a strong night for Hook’s faction, The Opps, who successfully defended the AEW World Trios Championship against Ricochet and the Gates of Agony. With Hook back in the mix, the group looks stronger than ever heading into the fall.

Whether fans miss the old Action Bronson entrance or prefer the eerie vibe of Johanson’s track, one thing is clear — Hook is back, and he’s got unfinished business.

IATSE Union Planning Protest at Tonight’s AEW Dynamite in Philadelphia

Things could get a little more heated than usual outside of AEW Dynamite tonight in Philadelphia. Members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 8 have announced they’ll be protesting outside the 2300 Arena during AEW’s tapings.

The union claims that AEW is not meeting the standard wages and benefits expected for live entertainment workers in the area. IATSE issued a statement on social media earlier today, saying their goal is to “inform the public” that the company’s current pay structure undercuts fair labor practices and could have long-term effects on jobs across the entertainment industry in the city.

AEW is running a residency at the historic ECW Arena this week, and IATSE’s post included the full schedule of shows, hinting that the demonstrations may not be limited to just Wednesday night’s Dynamite.

The union emphasized solidarity with its members, stating:

“When employers undercut these standards it threatens wages, benefits, and job opportunities for all entertainment workers in the community. We stand in solidarity with our Local 8 kin as they hold employers accountable and fight to protect the fair standards that entertainment workers deserve.”

It remains to be seen if this will have any direct impact on tonight’s tapings, but the presence of protesters outside such a high-profile wrestling event is sure to draw attention.