The final AEW Dynamite before AEW Redemption delivered a strong night of wrestling and storyline progression from The Pinnacle in Nashville, Tennessee, with championships defended and rivalries reaching a boiling point.
Kevin Knight retains the TNT Championship
The show opened with Kevin Knight successfully defending the AEW TNT Championship against Darby Allin in a physical, hard-hitting contest. Knight survived Darby’s relentless offense and retained his title, extending his impressive reign ahead of his major showdown with AEW World Champion Kenny Omega at Redemption. However, cracks within the Don Callis Family continued to show after the match.
Brodido scores a huge tag team victory
Bandido and Brody King defeated Kazuchika Okada and Kyle Fletcher after miscommunication between the Don Callis Family members. Fletcher and Okada’s partnership fell apart late in the match, further teasing dissension within the faction as Bandido gained momentum before challenging Fletcher for the International Championship.
Jay White returns
In his first Dynamite match in well over a year, Jay White defeated Clark Connors. The celebration didn’t last long, as David Finlay attacked White afterward, escalating their rivalry heading into Redemption.
Women’s division heats up
The AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship No Disqualification Match saw Divine Dominion successfully retain their titles in a chaotic, violent battle. Meanwhile, AEW Women’s World Champion Thekla and challenger Willow Nightingale engaged in a heated face-to-face confrontation that quickly turned physical, adding more intensity to their upcoming title clash.
Main Event: Dream trio stands tall
The main event featured Kenny Omega, Jon Moxley, and Will Ospreay teaming against members of the Don Callis Family. The six-man showdown was packed with action and served as the final major statement before Redemption, with tensions surrounding the Callis Family continuing to rise as the pay-per-view approaches.
Final Thoughts
This go-home edition of Dynamite successfully built anticipation for AEW Redemption. Kevin Knight enters the pay-per-view with momentum, the Don Callis Family appears ready to implode, and several championship feuds reached a fever pitch. With personal grudges and title matches set, Redemption promises to be one of AEW’s biggest events of the summer.
