Jericho Comes Home to AEW, Ospreay Gets Brutalized, and More! AEW Dynamite Review 04.01.26

Chris Jericho's surprise return to AEW at Dynamite in Winnipeg shattered the internet's expectations, dethroning months of WWE rumors with a single, defiant 'I'm home' — a moment that redefined the night's energy. The episode's true narrative engine, however, is the brutal, story-driven return of Will Ospreay, who is systematically dismantled by the Death Riders in a match that feels less like a wrestling contest and more like a gang initiation. This isn't just a beatdown — it's a calculated narrative move to elevate the upcoming Moxley vs. Ospreay clash at Dynasty, where the odds are stacked so heavily against Ospreay that a fair fight seems impossible. The show's pacing, with only four matches, risks feeling thin, but the high-impact promos — from MJF's American hero theatrics to Darby Allen's title shot challenge — more than compensate. The main event, a clean, high-stakes battle between MJF and Speedball Mike Bailey, delivers the kind of in-ring excellence that proves AEW still knows how to elevate its stars. While the women's six-person match falters due to a botched, repetitive suplex spot, the overall package is a compelling, action-forward episode that leans into its storytelling strength over sheer volume.