AEW’s WrestleDream Main Event Marks a Milestone, Says Mark Henry

One big thing: AEW’s WrestleDream main event leaves fans with a cliffhanger for the first time

WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry praised AEW’s WrestleDream main event, highlighting a significant shift in the promotion’s storytelling approach.

• Jon Moxley ended Bryan Danielson’s full-time career, capturing the World Championship.
• Wheeler Yuta attacked Danielson post-match, using a plastic bag in a shocking scene.
• AEW roster members, including Darby Allin, rushed to Danielson’s aid.

What they’re saying

For the first time in the history of wrestling you saw a match that Moxley did and didn’t bleed,” Henry joked on “Busted Open Radio.

He added: “They had action, but for the first time in the main event in a long time, they left us with something to think about. A cliffhanger. What’s next?”

Why it matters

This main event addresses a common criticism of AEW’s storylines, potentially marking a turning point in the promotion’s narrative approach.

By the numbers

• This was Danielson’s first World Championship match in AEW.
• The event marked AEW’s debut in Seattle, Washington.

The bottom line

AEW’s WrestleDream main event succeeded in creating a memorable moment that extends beyond the ring, potentially setting a new standard for the promotion’s storytelling.

What do you think about AEW’s shift towards more cliffhanger endings? Will this approach help them compete with other wrestling promotions? Share your thoughts in the comments below.