AEW Dynamite Review - DRAMATIC Dynasty Developments! United Empire Vs. Death Riders! Who Left As TBS Champion? Jericho Brings Back The List?!

The WhatCulture Wrestling podcast review of AEW Dynamite delivers a dynamic and often passionate analysis of a high-stakes episode packed with major developments. The show opened with a surprise, cinematic-style brawl between Will Ospreay and the Death Riders, instantly followed by the dramatic arrival of United Empire—Alex Windsor, Callum Newman, and Francesco Akira—ushering in a new era of chaos and faction warfare. The main event, a chaotic 8-man tag match between Death Riders and United Empire, was hailed as a masterclass in storytelling and action, with standout moments from Akira’s aerials and Newman’s intensity. The episode also featured a compelling TBS title match between Willow Nightingale and returning Queen Aminata, praised for its emotional depth and chemistry. Chris Jericho’s return with the iconic 'List' was a viral highlight, sparking intense fan debate and setting up a major storyline for Dynasty Dynasty. Meanwhile, the Kenny Omega vs. MJF promo was criticized for lacking conviction, despite the physicality of their rivalry. The episode concluded with a series of bold booking decisions, including the Young Bucks facing Okada and Takeshita, and Darby Allin’s emotional promo underscoring his personal stakes in the upcoming match against Andrade.