AEW Dynamite ‘Beach Break’ airs live tonight on TBS and Max, beginning at 8:00 pm ET from the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
AEW fans were treated to a blast from the past on this week’s Dynamite, as former WWE and ECW star Rhino made a surprise debut — and in his hometown of Detroit, no less. The veteran powerhouse answered an open challenge for the Ring of Honor World Television Championship, setting up an unexpected showdown with rising star Nick Wayne.
The match was hyped with a cryptic tease that Wayne would face “someone from Christian Cage’s past,” adding fuel to the ongoing drama within the Patriarchy. The mystery opponent turned out to be none other than Rhino, a man whose early career was closely linked with Cage’s. Commentary was quick to remind fans that the two were once “inseparable,” making Rhino’s appearance even more compelling given Cage’s current on-screen persona.
Rhino brought his trademark intensity to the match, initially brushing off Wayne’s offense with brute strength. But the young champion showed resilience, eventually chopping the bigger man down. Outside interference nearly swung the tide — Kip Sabian jumped on the apron to distract the referee while Cage tried to trip Rhino. However, the veteran wasn’t fooled and held his own for a bit longer.
Ultimately, Wayne capitalized on the chaos and landed the Killswitch — a move notably tied to Cage himself — to retain the title.
Post-match, the Patriarchy entered the ring to celebrate, but in true Christian Cage fashion, the celebration came with a dose of passive aggression. Cage went to present Wayne with the championship belt, only to let it fall deliberately to the mat instead of placing it around Wayne’s waist — a subtle but pointed gesture that continues to build the tension in their uneasy alliance.
This unexpected moment not only brought Rhino into the AEW fold for the first time but also added another layer of intrigue to the slow-burn storyline between Christian Cage and Nick Wayne.
Could this be the beginning of a longer run for Rhino in AEW or just a one-night pop for the hometown crowd? Time will tell.
AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and Max, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT from the Masonic Temple Theatre in Detroit, Michigan.
AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and Max from the Chartway Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.
AEW Dynamite airs live tonight coast-to-coast on TBS and live on Max, from the UNO Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The landscape of All Elite Wrestling just got a lot more dangerous. Josh Alexander officially arrived on the AEW stage during the latest episode of Dynamite, entering the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament as the surprise Wild Card — and stepping right into battle with none other than “Hangman” Adam Page.
Alexander didn’t waste any time proving why he’s one of the most talked-about free agents in recent memory. He brought the fight to Page in a hard-hitting showdown that had fans on the edge of their seats. Despite coming up short, Alexander’s AEW debut was anything but forgettable.
The match itself was a near-even war of attrition, with Page narrowly escaping a late-match flurry from the former IMPACT World Champion, including a close call with the C4 Spike and a dangerous ankle lock attempt. It wasn’t pretty, but Page managed to catch Alexander in a quick cradle pin for the win, punching his ticket to the tournament semi-finals against Kyle Fletcher.
But the real drama went down after the bell.
As Don Callis and Kyle Fletcher made their way out — signaling the continuation of Callis’ interest in Fletcher’s rise — all eyes were on the standoff between Fletcher and Page. That is, until Alexander struck. In a shocking post-match twist, “The Walking Weapon” blindsided Page, seemingly at the prompting of Callis, who was caught whispering in his ear just moments before the ambush.
Alexander didn’t stick around for long. He laid Page out and then quietly exited, leaving Callis and Fletcher to soak in the heat. The segment closed with Fletcher standing tall over a fallen Page, but the bigger question was clear: is Josh Alexander officially part of the Don Callis Family?
Alexander’s debut marks a significant chapter for the Canadian standout. After finishing up his six-year run with TNA earlier this year — a tenure that included two World Championship reigns, tag team gold alongside Ethan Page, and a run as X-Division Champion — Alexander’s free agent status had been a hot topic among wrestling insiders.
With appearances in NJPW, GCW, AAA, RevPro, and ROH also under his belt, Alexander arrives in AEW with a world-class pedigree. Now, with the AEW spotlight firmly on him — and possibly a powerful (and polarizing) ally in Don Callis — it looks like “The Walking Weapon” is ready to carve out a violent new path in the company.
AEW Dynamite ‘Spring Break Thru’ airs live tonight on TBS and Max from the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Massachusetts.
This will be the 289th episode, which will make it the longest-running prime-time weekly pro wrestling program in the history of TBS/TNT.
AEW may be dealing with another unfortunate injury setback, as PAC appeared to suffer a significant injury during this week’s episode of Dynamite, live from Baltimore, MD.
The incident occurred during his highly anticipated matchup against Swerve Strickland. Multiple sources have reported that the injury seems to be centered around PAC’s right foot or ankle. The match, which had been delivering on expectations, came to a sudden halt following a buckle bomb from Strickland. Immediately afterward, PAC was seen clutching his lower leg in visible pain and rolled to the outside.
AEW medical personnel quickly checked on the former Trios Champion at ringside. Although PAC attempted to stay involved, it became clear he couldn’t continue, and he was helped to the back by officials. Swerve closed out the match swiftly with a kick followed by his signature Stomp to pick up the win.
At this time, AEW has yet to issue an official statement on the severity of the injury or PAC’s status going forward. The timing is especially rough considering PAC had just begun gaining momentum again after extended time off due to previous injuries.
AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and Max from the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore, Maryland.
Another AEW star is heading to the sidelines, as new reports confirm that Mark Davis sustained a broken foot during his match with Powerhouse Hobbs on the March 26 episode of AEW Dynamite.
The injury, which caused the bout to end abruptly, had remained somewhat of a mystery until Wrestling Observer Radio’s Dave Meltzer provided a key update. Meltzer noted that the Aussie Open powerhouse fractured his foot during the match, which is expected to keep him out of in-ring action for at least a couple of months.
While AEW has yet to issue an official statement, there’s reportedly been backstage talk about keeping Davis visible on TV during his recovery — possibly in a non-wrestling or background role — to maintain his presence and keep momentum going for Aussie Open.
This injury comes at a tough time for Davis, who, alongside Kyle Fletcher, had been gaining traction as part of AEW’s tag team division. With Fletcher recently making solo appearances, it’ll be interesting to see how AEW handles Davis’ absence and whether Fletcher continues to work singles matches in the meantime.
No firm return date has been confirmed, but based on current expectations, fans may not have to wait too long to see Davis back on his feet — and back in the ring.
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