The Von Erichs and Dustin Rhodes: AEW’s Unexpected Tag Team Success

One big thing: The Von Erichs and Dustin Rhodes form a winning alliance in AEW

Marshall and Ross Von Erich, alongside veteran Dustin Rhodes, have emerged as a formidable trio in AEW, capturing the ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championship in July.

How it happened:

• The Von Erichs bumped into Dustin Rhodes backstage at an AEW show in Austin, Texas.
• The encounter led to an impromptu meeting with Tony Khan.
• Their partnership began with a one-off match on “AEW Rampage” in February.
• The trio reunited during AEW’s residency in Dallas, Texas.

Why it matters:

This unexpected alliance bridges generations of wrestling, combining the legacy of the Von Erich family with Rhodes’ veteran experience. It provides a fresh dynamic to AEW’s tag team division and offers a platform for the Von Erichs to showcase their talents on a major stage.

By the numbers:

• 1 ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championship win
• 2 AEW appearances as a trio (Rampage and Battle of the Belts XI)
• 1 AEW All In Zero Hour pre-show match

What they’re saying:

Ross Von Erich on meeting Dustin: “We just hit it right off. It was our first time meeting and then he’s like, ‘Hey, I’m gonna be right back,’ and he went and talked to Tony [Khan].”

The big picture:

The Von Erich-Rhodes partnership represents AEW’s strategy of blending established stars with up-and-coming talent. It also taps into wrestling nostalgia while creating new storylines and opportunities for younger performers.

What’s next:

• Continued appearances on ROH programming
• Potential for more AEW main roster matches
• Possible feuds with other trios or tag teams in AEW

As this unexpected alliance continues to evolve, what dream matches would you like to see for the Von Erichs and Dustin Rhodes in AEW? Share your thoughts in the comments below!