One big thing: AEW Dynamite debuts in Cardiff
All Elite Wrestling’s flagship show, Dynamite, makes its UK debut tonight at the Utilita Arena in Cardiff, Wales, just days before the historic All In: London 2024 event at Wembley Stadium.
• Two championship matches headline the card: AEW Continental Champion Kazuchika Okada defends against Claudio Castagnoli, and AEW Women’s World Champion Toni Storm faces Saraya.
• The results could significantly impact Sunday’s All In event, especially the women’s title match.
• Other key segments include a face-to-face between MJF and Will Ospreay, and a trios match featuring Darby Allin & FTR vs. The Elite.
Why it matters
This UK debut marks AEW’s expansion into international markets and serves as a crucial lead-in to their biggest event of the year at Wembley Stadium.
Key matchups and segments
AEW Women’s World Championship: Toni Storm vs. Saraya
• Storm offered Saraya this title shot, potentially changing Sunday’s All In match.
• Their history as former allies adds personal stakes to the bout.
AEW Continental Championship: Kazuchika Okada vs. Claudio Castagnoli
• This match pits The Elite against the Blackpool Combat Club.
• Okada’s infrequent title defenses contrast with Castagnoli’s fighting spirit.
FTW Championship preview: Chris Jericho vs. Tommy Billington
• Jericho faces Billington just days before defending against HOOK at All In.
• The match could expose vulnerabilities in Jericho before Sunday’s title defense.
MJF and Will Ospreay face-to-face
• The two will confront each other ahead of their All In championship match.
• MJF’s recent actions, including renaming the title, have added fuel to their rivalry.
Trios match: Darby Allin & FTR vs. The Elite
• This match previews multiple All In contests.
• It’s a rare in-ring appearance for The Young Bucks since Blood & Guts.
The bottom line
Tonight’s Dynamite is not just AEW’s UK debut, but a crucial setup for All In: London 2024. The results and confrontations will set the stage for Sunday’s massive event at Wembley Stadium.
What match are you most looking forward to on tonight’s UK debut of Dynamite? Leave a comment below with your thoughts!
