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AEW Dynamite #13 - Homecoming Edition

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A New Year's Bash in Jacksonville: AEW Delivers on TV-Show Debut

As the clock struck midnight on January 1st, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) kicked off its television era with a bang at Daily's Place in Jacksonville, Florida. The sold-out crowd of 3,900 was treated to a stacked card that showcased the best of what AEW has to offer.

Riho Reigns Supreme: AEW Women's Title Four-Way Mayhem

The main event of the evening was undoubtedly the women's title four-way match for the AEW Women's World Championship. Dr. Britt Baker DMD, Hikaru Shida, Nyla Rose, and Riho all vied for the top prize in a thrilling contest that saw plenty of high-flying action and hard-hitting moves. In the end, it was Riho who emerged victorious, pinning her opponents to claim the title. The 9:49 match time was impressive given the number of competitors involved.

Moxley Makes His Mark: A Dominant Performance

Jon Moxley continued his winning ways with a strong showing against Trent in their singles match. The former WWE Champion demonstrated his ruthless efficiency, finishing off Trent with a vicious Paradigm Shift in just 11:02. It's clear that Moxley is looking to make a statement in AEW, and he did just that.

Guevara Gets the Better of Rhodes

In another singles bout, Sammy Guevara bested Dustin Rhodes (aka Dustin Runnels) with a slick combination of moves. The 11:23 match time allowed both competitors to showcase their skills, and it was Guevara's quickness and agility that ultimately gave him the edge.

The Elite Proves Too Much for Lucha Brothers and PAC

The six-man tag team match featuring The Elite (Kenny Omega, Matt Jackson, and Nick Jackson) against The Lucha Brothers (Raiden Nagata and Rey Fenix) and PAC was a chaotic affair that kept the crowd entertained. In the end, The Elite's cohesion and teamwork proved too much for their opponents, as they secured the win in 12:26.

Cody Keeps His Winning Streak Alive

The night began with Cody taking down Darby Allin in a singles match that went the full 17:18 distance. While neither competitor could claim a decisive victory, Cody's experience and cunning allowed him to outmaneuver Allin and secure the win.

In conclusion, AEW's TV-show debut was an resounding success, showcasing a diverse range of matches and competitors. As the company continues to build momentum, it will be exciting to see how these storylines unfold in the coming weeks and months.

Grade: A-

Match of the Night: Riho vs. Dr. Britt Baker DMD vs. Hikaru Shida vs. Nyla Rose (AEW Women's World Title Four-Way Match)

Surprise of the Night: Sammy Guevara's strong showing against Dustin Rhodes

Moment of the Night: Riho's thrilling title win in the women's four-way match


Card Details

  • Date: 01 Jan 2020
  • Promotion: All Elite Wrestling
  • Arena: Daily's Place
  • Attendance: 3900
  • Type: TV-Show
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 01 Jan 2020

Matches

  1. Cody defeat Darby Allin in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 17:18

  2. Riho(C) defeat Dr. Britt Baker DMD, Hikaru Shida and Nyla Rose in a AEW Women's World Title Four Way Match
    Match Time: 09:49

  3. Jon Moxley defeat Trent in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 11:02

  4. Sammy Guevara defeat Dustin Rhodes in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 11:23

  5. The Elite (Kenny Omega, Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson) defeat The Lucha Brothers and PAC in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 12:26