Konosuke Takeshita Captures AEW International Championship in Shocking Upset

One big thing

Konosuke Takeshita emerged victorious in a triple threat match at AEW Dynasty, dethroning Will Ospreay to become the new AEW International Champion.

Why it matters

This title change marks a significant shift in AEW’s power dynamics, with Takeshita’s win potentially signaling a new era for the promotion’s international division.

The details

• The match featured Ospreay defending against Takeshita and Ricochet in a high-stakes triple threat bout.

• Key moments included:
– Takeshita powerbombing Ricochet through a table at ringside
– Don Callis interfering by pulling the referee out of the ring
– Kyle Fletcher making a surprise appearance, attacking Ospreay

• The match ended with Takeshita pinning Ospreay after Fletcher’s interference.

By the numbers

• This is Takeshita’s first championship in AEW.
• Ospreay’s reign as AEW International Champion lasted 168 days.

What they’re saying

“The era of The Alpha as the AEW International Champion has just begun,” Excalibur said on commentary.

The big picture

Takeshita’s win, coupled with Fletcher’s betrayal of Ospreay, suggests a major realignment in AEW’s faction dynamics. This could lead to fresh storylines and rivalries in the coming months.

What’s next

With Takeshita as the new champion, all eyes will be on how he defends the title and who steps up to challenge him. Meanwhile, the fallout between Ospreay and Fletcher is likely to dominate AEW storylines in the near future.

What do you think about Konosuke Takeshita’s surprise championship win? How do you see his reign as AEW International Champion unfolding? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!