All Elite Wrestling taped Friday’s AEW Rampage prior to this week’s Dynamite from Manchester, New Hampshire at the SNHU Arena.
Dynamite and Rampage are in Bridgeport, CT next week as we continue on the road to AEW Full Gear, scheduled for Saturday, November 23, 2024.
AEW Rampage Tapings Results (11/8)
Hikaru Shida def. Viva Van
The Undisputed Kingdom (Mike Bennett & Matt Taven) def. The Dark Order (Alex Reynolds & John Silver) and The Infantry (Carlie Bravo & Shawn Dean). After the match, the winners were confronted by Brian Cage and Lance Archer, who attacked them. Roderick Strong came out to make the save.
Top Flight (Dante Martin & Darius Martin) def. Beef & JD Drake.
Lio Rush pinnned Komander in their rematch, evening the series to 1-1.
All Elite Wrestling has announced the lineup for this week’s AEW Rampage, airing Friday on TNT at 10/9c. The main event will see high-flying stars Lio Rush and Komander “run it back” after the masked luchador picked up the win last week.
We’ll also see former Women’s World Champion Hikaru Shida in action, along with five tag teams hoping to make some noise in hopes of climbing the ranks to challenge the division’s new champions, Private Party.
AEW Rampage Preview: Nov. 8, 2024
Confirmed matches include:
Lio Rush vs. Komander 2
Tag Team 3-Way: Undisputed Kingdom vs. Dark Order vs. The Infantry
AEW commentator and wrestling legend Taz has made it clear: he’s still alive and kicking.
Christian Cage spoke about Taz during this week’s edition of AEW Dynamite. He addressed his son, HOOK in a promo segment. The former AEW TNT Champion hurled insults at HOOK’s father for crumbling under the pressure in WWE and taking up the role of an announcer. Cage also wished death on his father. Taz set the record straight on social media, letting Christian know that he’s keeping tabs on what he’s upto.
Earlier this year, he said that he required both of his knees and both of his shoulders replaced. The Human Suplex Machine had revealed that he was going to keep trying regenerative procedures and dealing with the pain. He also made it clear that the issues were not from bumps he took in the ring but it was caused due to heavy-weight training during his career.
Following his surgery, the former ECW star also provided an update on his health. He said that the surgery went well but “now the work begins.” The veteran wrestler had also expressed his disappointment that he wasn’t given room 13, which was his signature number.
Look on my face when I requested room 13 and they missed by 5! ? Surgery went well, now the work begins.
Here are the quick results from the November 6, 2024, episode of AEW Dynamite:
• Darby Allin & Orange Cassidy vs. Claudio Castagnoli & PAC: Allin and Cassidy won via disqualification due to interference from Wheeler Yuta, Marina Shafir, and Jon Moxley.
• Fight Without Honor Trios Match: The Conglomeration (Mark Briscoe, Kyle O’Reilly, and Tomohiro Ishii) defeated The Learning Tree when Ishii pinned Chris Jericho after a brainbuster.
• Jamie Hayter vs. Penelope Ford: Hayter secured the victory with a lariat.
• Konosuke Takeshita & Kyle Fletcher vs. Ricochet & Mystery Partner: Ricochet and his partner, revealed to be Rey Fenix, won after Fenix pinned Fletcher following a Black Fire Driver.
• Adam Cole vs. Malakai Black: Cole emerged victorious with the Last Shot.
Additionally, The Hurt Syndicate (MVP, Shelton Benjamin, and Bobby Lashley) appeared, with Lashley accepting Swerve Strickland’s challenge for a match at Full Gear.
HOOK and Christian Cage had a face-to-face confrontation, escalating their ongoing rivalry.
AEW has announced two exciting new matchups for the upcoming AEW Full Gear 2024 pay-per-view event.
In a highly anticipated bout, Mercedes Moné will defend her AEW TBS Championship against Kris Statlander. The match was set following Statlander’s challenge on AEW Collision, which AEW CEO Tony Khan later confirmed on social media. This contest marks a chance for Statlander to reclaim the TBS title after her loss a year ago at Full Gear, where Julia Hart defeated her in a three-way match also featuring Skye Blue. Mercedes Moné, who won the title from Willow Nightingale at AEW Double or Nothing 2024, is expected to deliver an intense defense against the determined Statlander.
In another big showdown, Swerve Strickland will face Bobby Lashley after last week’s brutal attack by The Hurt Syndicate, which left Strickland seeking retribution. Strickland issued the challenge, and MVP accepted the match on behalf of his client Lashley, setting the stage for a fierce clash.
The AEW Full Gear 2024 pay-per-view is set for Saturday, November 23 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Here’s the updated match card:
AEW World Heavyweight Championship: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Orange Cassidy
AEW TBS Championship: Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Kris Statlander
Jay White vs. Hangman Page
Swerve Strickland vs. Bobby Lashley
MJF vs. Adam Page or Roderick Strong
AEW Tag Team Championship: Private Party (c) vs. TBA (fatal 4-way match)
Zero Hour: Costco Guy AJ vs. QT Marshall
With a lineup filled with title matches and rivalries, AEW Full Gear 2024 promises to be a thrilling night for wrestling fans.
AEW World Champion Jon Moxley opens up about lingering injuries and how he’s been managing his pain, during a recent interview with Authority Magazine. Moxley tells Authority that his hip has been bothering him for several months. He’s been treating undergoing physical therapy.
Moxley advises everyone to pick a great physical therapist and commit to the program with 100% effort. Some wrestlers never fully recover from major injuries, and Mox thinks a lot of that has to do with the effort put in during recovery. Two decades into his pro wrestling career, father time and years of taking bumps are catching up with the champ.
“For me, being that I’m 38 and have been getting the crap kicked out of me for 20 years, I don’t recover as quickly as I used to. That’s been difficult to accept.
There’s a principle I learned at 11 years old when I started wrestling, basically the principle that hard work beats talent, or at least it can. You may not have been given the same natural gifts; you may not have the same advantages. It doesn’t matter. Hard work evens the playing field.”
Jon Moxley
Jon Moxley defied the odds to become an all-time greta pro wrestler. He doesn’t look like a jacked up action figure, and he doesn’t possess the athletic gifts of Will Ospreay or Ricochet. He’s gotten to the top thanks to his work ethic. Moxley draws inspiration from warriors like legendary wrestler Dan Gable, who wouldn’t be satisfied with his training sessions unless he had to be literally carried off the mat after practice.
“The ability to endure, to have discipline, a simple willingness to put in more time and effort- this was like learning some cheat code to the universe. Discovering that simple principle, changed the course of my life. That’s what gave me the confidence to pursue pro wrestling despite the astronomical odds of success.
I was a nobody; I didn’t have any advantages, but who cares? I’d just outwork everyone.”
Jon Moxley
Like most elite pro wrestlers, Moxley has dealt with his share of physical ailments throughout his career. In 2017, he underwent two surgeries to repair a severe triceps injury (one of them to clear up a MRSA staph infection). Early into his run with AEW, he developed another MRSA staph infection in his elbow, which put him out of action for several months. In September 2023, he was sidelined with a concussion.
Posted November 6th, 2024 in AEW. Tagged: Jon Moxley.
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) will make significant upgrades to its production capabilities in the coming months, including a renewed emphasis on a sports-style presentation. They’ll will implement the advanced technology starting in January 2025, as the promotion prepares to simulcast AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision on cable television and WBD’s Max streaming service.
Mark J. Burns of Sports Video Group reports on AEW’s plans to utilize Live Media Group’s IP-based mobile facilities, which will include the first North American-based production truck to feature the EVS MediaInfra Strata router.
Mike Mansury, AEW’s Executive Vice President and Head of Global Production, explains that they aim to leverage a cutting-edge production team to enhance the show experience.
“Starting in 2025, you’ll see more of a sports-style presentation in-arena, with added entertainment options for the audience during moments when there isn’t live in-ring action or pre-taped content on the broadcast,” Mansury said.
“We want to create a distinct atmosphere between the live event and TV show to make the experience feel even more special for fans in attendance.”
A new multi-year multimedia rights deal has been signed between AEW and Warner Bros. Discovery, giving AEW an influx of more money. AEW pay-per-views will be available on Max later in 2025 at a discounted price per event.
The promotion plans to tour with 16 production trucks, featuring overhauled A and B units to support this advanced setup.
Posted November 6th, 2024 in AEW. Tagged: Tony Khan.
AEW fans have been given a tease of what’s to come in Tony Khan’s first promotion if the company’s trademark filings are to be believed. According to the US Patent & Trademark Office database, AEW filed trademarks for “AEW Parade of Champions” and “Parade of Champions” on November 5, 2024. The terms encompass a variety of uses in entertainment related to professional wrestling, including at live performances, on TV programs, and in multi-media content distributed across a variety of platforms.
AEW is hardly short of champions, with some fans having argued that there are too many titles within the company. Currently, AEW has eight recognized championships, as well as accolades such as the Owen Hart Men’s & Women’s Tournament, and the Dynamite Diamond Ring. Ring of Honor’s seven championships can also often be found on AEW TV, as well as gold from other promotions such as New Japan Pro Wrestling and AAA.
News of AEW’s Parade of Champions comes after AEW filed trademarks for “AEW WrestleMax,” “WrestleMax,” and “AEW Max Month,” presumably linked to their streaming partnership with Max, set to begin in early 2025. AEW announced the renewal of its WBD partnership last month which will see pay-per-views move to the Max streaming platform.
Events will be available at a discounted price for Max subscribers while non-subscribers may still have the option to purchase events on an a la carte basis in the United States. The move to Max will make it easier for fans to access AEW content in one place rather than having to juggle various platforms including Bleacher Report, TrillerTV, and cable services.
Mercedes Moné was part of WWE’s historic first-ever all-women’s pay-per-view event, and believes that AEW has more than enough talent to do the same.
The original Evolution pay-per-view took place on October 28, 2018, at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. Headlined by Nikki Bella vs. Ronda Rousey, the event featured Moné, who teamed with Bayley and Natalya to defeat The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott, Liv Morgan, and Sarah Logan) by pinfall.
In a recent interview on the Battleground podcast with Tim Battle and Eli, Moné discussed the idea of a weekly, all-women’s AEW television show. She praised AEW’s roster, describing it as the best in women’s wrestling.
“Wow, a weekly show, absolutely. We have the talent, so why not? All Elite Women’s Wrestling? There you go. We have the best women’s wrestling. From Willow, Mariah May, Toni Storm, Serena Deeb, Kris Statlander, Kamille—there’s definitely an opportunity to have an all-women’s show every single week, so I don’t see why not,” Moné said.
Moné was also asked why she feels AEW could host its own all-women’s pay-per-view, similar to WWE’s Evolution.
“Because we have the best women’s wrestlers. We have a roster full of talent and a long list of women that could make an all-women’s pay-per-view possible. I think it’s just a matter of giving the chance and opportunity. If Tony [Khan] sees that, I don’t see why we couldn’t have a women’s revolution here in AEW. It’s already happening; the women have been killing it every single week. I think an all-women’s pay-per-view here would be incredible,” Moné stated.
Samoa Joe, a prominent figure in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), has been absent from recent programming, leading to speculation about his status. His hiatus is attributed to filming commitments for the second season of Peacock’s “Twisted Metal,” where he portrays the character Sweet Tooth. This filming schedule necessitated a temporary departure from AEW events.
What Happened to Samoa Joe?
During the July 10 episode of AEW Dynamite, Joe faced Chris Jericho in a Canadian Stampede Street Fight. The match concluded dramatically when Jericho used a forklift to drive Joe through a wall, resulting in Joe being stretchered out and taken to a hospital.
This storyline was crafted to explain Joe’s impending absence due to his filming obligations.
Return Rumors
As of early November 2024, reports indicate that Joe has completed his filming commitments and is available to return to AEW. Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio noted that Joe’s return is now at AEW’s discretion, suggesting that fans can anticipate his reappearance in the near future.
Samoa Joe Yakuza Game
In addition to his wrestling and acting endeavors, Joe is set to feature in the upcoming video game “Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii,” scheduled for release on February 28, 2025. This project marks another expansion of Joe’s presence in the entertainment industry.
Posted November 4th, 2024 in AEW. Tagged: Samoa Joe.
Kenny Omega is inching closer to a return to the ring and shared at NJPW Power Struggle 2024 that he hopes to wrestle in a matter of months. Appearing at the Osaka event, Omega said that he’d spoken with NJPW President Hiroshi Tanahashi and they’d shared their ideas. One idea was for Omega to wrestle again for New Japan against one of the company’s young talents.
Omega said he’s been making progress in his recovery and “in a little bit” he should be able to return to action. Despite being a member of the AEW roster, and an EVP, He added that if he returns to wrestling, he would like to be back in Japan.
The Canadian wasn’t sure when he’d be able to be back, but said “How about January 5th?”, the date of Wrestle Dynasty. Omega ended by calling New Japan the King of Sport, the best pro wrestling in the world, and his home.
Omega has been out of action since December 2023 due to diverticulitis, a condition that has affected other wrestling names including Brock Lesnar and Shane McMahon. Omega’s desire to return in time for Wrestle Dynasty fits in with last month’s comments by Kota Ibushi, who predicted Omega would be wrestling again within a matter of months. Omega underwent surgery earlier this year after appearing on AEW TV where he was betrayed by The Elite.
Fans are excited at the prospect of Omega wrestling again, though the AEW staple’s comments about NJPW being the best are bound to raise some eyebrows. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Kenny Omega and his journey back to the ring.
Mina Shirakawa is on her way back to All Elite Wrestling, over two months as the Japanese sensation last competed for the promotion. On the latest episode of AEW Collision, a vignette aired hyping up the return of Mina Shirakawa. In the video, Mina states “Do you really want Mina? Get ready. Mina is coming.”
This isn’t the first vignette hyping the return of the 36-year-old wrestler. On the September 18, episode of AEW Dynamite, a vignette aired hyping her return that would take place at the Grand Slam edition of Dynamite. That return saw Shirakawa uncomfortably celebrate a victory from AEW Women’s World Champion Mariah May.
Shirakawa boasts an impressive 5-0 record on AEW TV, but came up short against Toni Storm at AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door in June of this year. Her most recent AEW match took place on the August 30, 2024, edition of AEW Rampage where she defeated Missa Kate.
In her most recent appearances, Shirakawa has tried to be supportive of Mariah May, but has clearly been uncomfortable with her heel turn and her reign as Women’s World Champion. It remains to be seen if Shirakawa is destined to one day step in the ring against her long-time friend and tag team partner, but fans can expect to see more from the Japanese star in the near future.
In April, Ruby Soho revealed to the world and Angelo Parker that she was pregnant with the couple’s first child. The following month, the pair officially tied the knot and this week, the duo became proud parents to a baby girl.
On Instagram, Soho shared that the couple’s daughter Evie arrived into the world a few days earlier than expected. Soho added that she and Parker are full of love for the newest addition to their family.
“Trick or Treat! We’re PARENTS! A few nights ago, Evie arrived a few days early and perfect in every way. We love her more than anything in the world and we are so very happy!”
Several names from wrestling sent their congratulations to the couple including Alexa Bliss, Cassie Lee, and Jessica McKay, all of whom became parents in recent years. Dakota Kai, who wrestled as Evie before coming to WWE, was especially pleased with the name.
Soho and Parker aren’t the only notable names that experienced baby fever this year. Mere days after Solo shared that she was pregnant, fellow Riott Squad alum Valhalla shared that she and War Raider Erik are also expecting their second child.
At San Diego Comic-Con, former WWE RAW & SmackDown Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey shared that she is expecting her second child and revealed her baby bump at the convention. Rousey and her husband Travis Browne welcomed their daughter La’akea into the world in September 2021.
Congratulations to Soho and Parker on their joyous news.
Dustin Rhodes’ contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) recently expired and could theoretically show up on WWE television any time.
The Natural has been with AEW since day one. The company has evolved a great deal since 2019, but Rhodes remains one remaining ‘originals’ who has seen it all. The 55-year-old veteran has had an active year wrestling for AEW and Ring of Honor. He’s a dual champion in ROH, holding the World tag titles with Sammy Guevara and the Six Man Titles with the Ross and Marshall Von Erich.
Over the summer, he confirmed his contract was set to expire in September, and refuted speculation that he was gearing up to leave AEW and join his brother Cody in WWE.
“Yes my contract is up in September, and No, I am absolutely NOT DONE. Having the best matches of my life and hopefully, God willing I will get to retire on my own terms, respected with a full heart. Hopefully Negotiations go well because I am damn worth the world.
The only things that matter to me are: taking care of my family first and foremost, and finishing up when I am ready, and how I envision my retirement. So hold off guys, This biz is my life and I love doing it for you, while still having fun and able.”
Free To Explore Options
Dustin Rhodes and AEW are actively negotiating a new contract, according to Fightful. He’s spoken very highly about his time there, calling it ‘good for his soul.’ However, his contract expired over a month ago and they’ve yet to agree to terms.
AEW may soon be welcoming back one of its top stars after a lengthy absence. Wardlow was backstage at last night’s AEW Dynamite event from Cleveland’s Wolstein Center, according to PWInsider. He was said to be “looking healthy” but there’s no official word on when he’ll return to television.
Wardlow last competed on March 13 during an episode of Dynamite, where he faced then-AEW World Champion Samoa Joe in a match that ended in a referee stoppage.
On the Stick to Wrestling Podcast, Matt Taven shared that Wardlow is dealing with a knee injury, noting that injuries can be unpredictable and that Wardlow is considering the best treatment plan to aid his recovery.
Wardlow was previously sidelined after he challenged Samoa Joe for the TNT Title on the New Year’s Smash edition of AEW Dynamite on December 28, 2022 in a short match due to an injury. Throughout his time in AEW, whether it be due to injury or lack of creativity, Wardlow has fallen victim to inconsistent booking.
We wish Wardlow a speedy and successful recovery.
Posted October 31st, 2024 in AEW. Tagged: Wardlow.
The Young Bucks’ recent loss of their AEW World Tag Team Championship to Private Party was more than just a dramatic conclusion to their third title reign—it was a planned move to write them off television.
Nicolas and Matthew Jackson’s final match was a ‘match-of-the-year’ contender that showcased some of the best tag team wrestling you’ll find anywhere. After the bout, their villainous tenancies were set aside. They handled the loss with class by presenting the new champions with their titles and offering warm congratulations.
According to PWInsider, the Bucks will be off television for an extended period, allowing other tag teams to take center stage amid Jon Moley’s ongoing campaign of chaos in AEW. Although their absence will be significant hit to AEW programming, they remain under longterm contracts and will be back eventually.
Private Party Looks Ahead
For now, a new era begins for Private Party and the wide-open AEW tag team division the division. Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen were congratulated by another AEW executive, Tony Khan, backstage after their victory.
Congratulations to the new AEW World Tag Team Champions @ZayKassidy@Marq_Quen Private Party!
On Thursday morning, after having a few hours to reflect on the biggest moment of their careers, Kassidy posted a photo of his new hardware and wrote, “5 years in the making… We finally did it.”
Adam Cole wishes he could have worked with Bryan Danielson during their time in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), but he’s happy he got to share a ring with the American Dragon once.
Cole was back in action on Wednesday’s AEW Dynamite and picked up a hard-fought win against Malakai Black of the House of Black. It was his first match in 423 days, and the former NXT Champion showed little signs of the dreaded ‘ring rust.’
They both debuted for AEW on the same night, during the conclusion of the All Out 2021 pay-per-view. Unfortunately, each man battling respective injuries prevented them from doing much together in the ring. Cole spoke with the Stick to Wrestling Podcast and admitted he’s disappointed they never wrestled a singles match in AEW.
“Bryan is so universally loved, respected and admired. Not just by fans, but literally by every wrestler I’ve ever met. I mean, Bryan is without question one of the greatest of all-time to ever do this and I look back at the one match we had on SmackDown and I think back so fondly of that night and that moment.”
Holding Out Hope
Cole looks back fondly on their AEW debuts, and the excitement he felt sharing a ring with Danielson, even in a non-wrestling capacity.
“It was an honor to step into the ring with Bryan Danielson so, I got so excited at the idea because we both debuted the same night here at AEW and I thought, oh my God, we’re gonna get the chance to do it again and at AEW in front of the AEW fans, I can’t wait.”
Danielson is now out of action indefinitely and facing another possible neck surgery later this year, if stem cell therapy does not treat his ailments. Cole is happy Danielson is focusing solely on his health, but is hoping they do meet one day day down the road.
“So at least now for the time being, it seems like that probably won’t happen so of course, that’s a bummer for me but Bryan’s health and Bryan’s safety and Bryan’s legacy is the most important thing so I’m glad that Bryan is able to rest and heal and again, Bryan’s one of the greatest to ever do it and selfishly, I do wish I could have stepped into the ring with him again but who knows? Never say never. Maybe someday, maybe someday.”
Adam Cole and Bryan Danielson’s sole singles match took place in November of 2019 on an episode of WWE SmackDown.
This week’s AEW Dynamite: Fright Night edition saw Adam Cole back in action, taking on Buddy Matthews in his first match since breaking his ankle last year. Cole turned on MJF at Worlds End before taking a hiatus, only to return at Double or Nothing, where an in-ring confrontation with MJF led to Cole being written off TV again. Most recently, Cole returned at WrestleDream, this time fully medically cleared.
Now, both Cole and Roderick Strong are competing to become the first man to win three consecutive matches, securing a shot at MJF at Full Gear. Cole emerged victorious in his match against Matthews, despite teasing that he might give up due to his ankle. After the match, he shook hands with Matthews, only for the lights to go out, revealing Malakai Black standing ominously in the ring.
In a backstage promo following the match, Cole acknowledged Matthews’s toughness as an opponent and hinted at Black’s interest in him. With humor, he commented that he’s being “thrown into the fire” — exactly how he likes it. Cole also addressed MJF directly, saying he doesn’t blame him for breaking his ankle or for being a poor friend who never checked on him. However, he does hold MJF responsible for pretending to be a friend in the first place, saying he always knew MJF would turn on him. Cole ran down MJF’s history of turning on allies, stating that MJF would be foolish to think he wouldn’t see it coming.
Cole made it clear that he cares about AEW and is determined to face MJF at Full Gear, vowing to teach him a lesson in the ring. This potential showdown brings new layers to Cole and Malakai Black’s shared history; the two were known for their fierce rivalry in WWE’s NXT, where Black, formerly Aleister Black, defeated Cole in an Extreme Rules match at NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia on January 27, 2018. Both wrestlers were pivotal during NXT’s peak era.
ADAM COLE VS MALAKAI BLACK NEXT?!
Cole shook Buddy's hand, then Malakai showed up shaking his hand. This was so freaking cool. pic.twitter.com/nR3my0rsIf
On the October 30, edition of AEW Dynamite, Bobby Lashley made his long-awaited AEW debut by confronting and attacking Swerve Strickland. Lashley’s arrival comes after months of reports and speculation about him coming to Tony Khan’s first promotion and now the two-time former WWE World Champion is ready to make an impact on AEW programming.
Lashley has been under contract for some time now, but his debut with the promotion was delayed. Initially, his first appearance was set to be at AEW WrestleDream earlier this month. Plans changed as AEW wanted to focus on Jon Moxley’s faction angle and the end of Bryan Danielson’s full-time in-ring career.
Lashley officially signed with AEW in September, shortly before AEW Grand Slam: Dynamite in September, according to Fightful. That show saw the debut of MVP while Shelton Benjamin arrived on the five-year edition of Dynamite. Benjamin was a part of Lashley’s debut as he and the All Mighty attacked Strickland while MVP held Prince Nana at bay. Strickland had previously made clear that he would be sticking with Nana rather than take on MVP as a manager.
Lashley’s arrival is a huge coup for AEW as Tony Khan now has one of WWE’s biggest stars in recent years. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Bobby Lashley now that the All Mighty former World Champion is now All Elite.
At AEW WrestleDream, Private Party put up a valiant effort against The Young Bucks in their World Tag Team Title match but ultimately fell short to the EVPs. On this week’s Dynamite, the two teams did battle again, and this time, it was Private Party who emerged victorious.
The stakes were raised for the rematch, as Quen and Zay had vowed to disband for good if they lost to the Bucks on Dynamite. Zay was busted open during the match, but that didn’t keep Private Party down, as the pair hit stereo 450 splashes on the Jacksons, but they weren’t able to get the pinfall.
The finish of the match saw Matt Jackson hit the One-Winged Angel on Zay but Quen broke up the pinfall at the very last second. Private Party was able to nail Gin & Juice to get the win and their first tag titles since joining AEW back in 2019.
THEY DID IT! PRIVATE PARTY ARE THE NEW #AEW WORLD TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS!
This win marks the end of the latest tag title reign for the Young Bucks, who had held the titles since AEW Dynasty in April. The pair hold the record for the most title reigns (3) and the most days as AEW World Tag Team Champions (523 days.) After their loss, the Bucks told Christopher Daniels that they’ll be working from home from now on.
It remains to be seen when The Young Bucks will be back, as they don’t plan on wrestling anytime soon if this comment is to be believed. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest from AEW and the new World Tag Team Champions Private Party.
In the main event of the October 30, edition of Dynamite, Swerve Strickland took on Shelton Benjamin, another name brought in by MVP. In the climax of the match, Swerve nailed a Liger Bomb and a Swerve Stomp to get the win, his first in over two months.
After the match was over, MVP got his phone out and he made a call. Then the lights went out and Bobby Lashley made his way to the ring. Fans chanted “holy s**t” as Lashley arrived and with MVP holding back Prince Nana, Lashley and Benjamin double-teamed Swerve Strickland.
MVP grabbed the microphone after everything was over, and yelled, “Guess who’s back in business?!” Lashley’s arrival is a huge coup for AEW as Tony Khan now has one of WWE’s biggest stars in recent years.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Bobby Lashley now that the All Mighty former World Champion is now All Elite.
On this week’s AEW Dynamite, Orange Cassidy officially challenged Jon Moxley for the AEW World Championship, setting the stage for an anticipated showdown at AEW Full Gear 2024. Known for his laid-back style, Cassidy surprised fans with a rare intensity, directly calling out Moxley.
Orange Cassidy makes a challenge to #AEW World Champion Jon Moxley!
Cassidy’s challenge goes beyond personal ambition, expressing a commitment to preserving AEW’s spirit amid recent upheaval from Moxley’s faction. This title match will not only test Cassidy’s skill but also serve as a proving ground against one of AEW’s most relentless competitors.
Fans and wrestlers alike are buzzing on social media, noting Cassidy’s evolution from comedic persona to serious contender. His performances as AEW International Champion have shown he can handle high-stakes battles, raising questions about his strategy against Moxley’s aggressive style.
Kenny Omega is eager to get back in the ring and prove that he’s still one of the best pro wrestlers in the world.
The former AEW World Champion has been out of action for most of this year. After being diagnosed with diverticulitis last year, he underwent surgery and has spent the past few months getting his body back into shape. Now training at “moderate intensity,” Omega is confident he’ll soon be able to perform at a high level again.
In a recent interview with New Japan Pro Wrestling promote his upcoming appearance at NJPW Power Struggle next month, Omega reflected on his journey and future plans. As he prepares for his in-ring return, he acknowledged the difficulty of balancing his dual roles as both an AEW executive and wrestler.
Omega admitted that holding both responsibilities took a significant toll on him. He reflected on simpler times when he was “only” a pro wrestler, calling the balancing act a “terrible undertaking” that he wouldn’t wish on anyone. He also praised Hiroshi Tanahashi, who successfully juggled wrestling and serving as NJPW President, but noted that burning the candle at both ends isn’t sustainable.
“I did it for the state of wrestling, and I did it because I wanted to help people—help fans,” Omega said. “I just wanted to unite people all over the world, lovers of professional wrestling. Even people who never watched wrestling but might find a love for it. Did I sacrifice a bit of my physical and mental health for it? Sure. But I’m still standing, and much like Tanahashi, it’s passion that fuels us.”
Due to a difficult bout with diverticulitis, Kenny Omega has been out of action for the entirety of 2024 with only a handful of AEW appearances to his name. While questions remain about Omega’s in-ring future, the Cleaner will make a return to New Japan Pro Wrestling next month as part of the company’s Power Struggle event.
The event will mark Omega’s first time appearing for New Japan in close to two years. His most recent match for the promotion came in January 2023 when he and Kazuchika Okada defeated Aaron Henare and Jeff Cobb at the New Year’s Dash event.
NJPW Power Struggle 2024
NJPW Power Struggle 2024 will take place on November 4, from the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium in Osaka, Japan. The card is as follows:
Zack Sabre Jr. (c) vs. Shingo Takagi (IWGP World Heavyweight Championship)
David Finlay (c) vs. Taichi (IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship)
Douki (c) vs. Master Wato (IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship)
TMDK (Mikey Nicholls and Shane Haste) (c) vs. United Empire (Great-O-Khan and Henare) (IWGP Tag Team Championship)
2024 Super Junior Tag League finals
Hiroshi Tanahashi and Boltin Oleg vs. House of Torture (Evil and Ren Narita)
Sanada vs. Shota Umino
Omega’s appearance adds a layer of unpredictability to the show and fans are eager to see what he has to say and do. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Kenny Omega and his continuing journey to recovery.
Ahead of the debut of its programming on MAX, AEW has filed for several new trademarks.
AEW recently entered a multi-year media rights deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, officially announced earlier this month. On October 25, AEW filed for trademark rights to terms including AEW WrestleMax, WrestleMax, and AEW Max Month with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The trademarks are filed under “entertainment services,” with the following description:
“Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services in the nature of live wrestling performances; Entertainment services in the nature of production of wrestling programs and events; Entertainment services, namely, an ongoing multimedia program featuring wrestling distributed via various platforms across multiple forms of transmission media; Entertainment services, namely, production and distribution of ongoing television programs in the field of wrestling.”
New Agreement
The deal is valued at $555 million over three years, excluding revenue from pay-per-view (PPV) events. AEW PPVs will become available on MAX later in 2025 at a discounted price per event.
While Dynamite and Collision will continue airing on TBS and TNT, AEW’s pay-per-view library will be added to MAX. However, it won’t launch with past AEW TV episodes on January 1st as previously anticipated.
