AEW Dynamite 5-Year Anniversary: Danielson Retains, Jericho Challenges, and Hangman’s Dark Turn

One big thing: Bryan Danielson retains AEW World Championship

Bryan Danielson successfully defended his AEW World Championship against Kazuchika Okada in a thrilling main event match that went beyond the initial 20-minute time limit for Okada’s Continental Championship.

• Danielson won via backslide pin after interference from Claudio Castagnoli and PAC
• Post-match, Jon Moxley confronted Danielson, hinting at larger plans
• Wheeler Yuta came to Danielson’s aid, setting up a tag match for next week’s Title Tuesday

Why it matters

This match solidifies Danielson’s reign as AEW World Champion while teasing future storylines involving the Blackpool Combat Club and potential challengers. The involvement of multiple factions suggests a complex power struggle developing in AEW’s main event scene.

Other key highlights

Chris Jericho challenges Mark Briscoe

• Jericho called out ROH World Champion Mark Briscoe for a title match at Wrestle Dream
• Briscoe accepted after a heated exchange, setting up a high-profile match

Hangman Page’s dark turn continues

• Page defeated Juice Robinson using underhanded tactics
• Jay White made a surprise return, attacking Page post-match

Women’s division heats up

• Britt Baker defeated Serena Deeb in a competitive match
• AEW Women’s World Champion Mariah May and Willow Nightingale brawled backstage

What’s next

• Title Tuesday: Bryan Danielson & Wheeler Yuta vs. Claudio Castagnoli & PAC
• Wrestle Dream: Chris Jericho vs. Mark Briscoe for the ROH World Championship
• Jack Perry defends TNT Championship against Katsuyori Shibata at Wrestle Dream

The 5-year anniversary of AEW Dynamite delivered intense action and set the stage for exciting future matchups. What do you think was the most significant moment of the night? Share your thoughts in the comments below!