AEW Dynamite #253

August 6th, 2024: AEW's Winston-Salem Wars

The Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, North Carolina played host to All Elite Wrestling's latest TV spectacle, a card that showcased the best of the best from around the world. The evening was marked by a mix of high-stakes matches and thrilling action, with champions crowned and rivalries ignited.

All-Atlantic Title Eliminator Match

The night kicked off in style as MJF faced Kyle Fletcher in a battle for the AEW All-Atlantic Title. This one had all the makings of an instant classic: two men hell-bent on claiming the coveted gold. In the end, it was MJF who emerged victorious, submitting Fletcher to a vicious armbar at 17:43. The win cements MJF's position as a top contender for the All-Atlantic Title.

Singles Action

Next up were Mariah May and Viva Van, two of AEW's most promising young talents. May proved why she's touted as one of the sport's brightest stars with a dominant 6:28 victory over Van. The bout was marked by May's exceptional technical grappling prowess, leaving little doubt that she's a force to be reckoned with.

Katsuyori Shibata made his AEW debut in a singles match against Bryan Keith. Shibata's submission skills were on full display as he dispatched Keith via armbar at 7:01. The Japanese wrestling legend has already made an impact, and fans are eagerly anticipating what's next for this highly experienced competitor.

Six-Man Mayhem

FTR (Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood) teamed with Orange Cassidy to take on Roderick Strong, Rush, and The Beast Mortos in a thrilling six-man tag team match. This chaotic affair saw all six competitors give it their all, trading holds and big moves throughout. In the end, FTR's experience proved too much for their opponents, as they secured the win at 16:49.

Handicap Havoc

Kamille was the beneficiary of a rare two-on-one handicap match against Clara Carter and Jazmyne Hao. The odds were stacked against her, but Kamille proved her mettle by overcoming the adversity to emerge victorious in just 1:51.

Anything Goes Anarchy

The main event pitted Bryan Danielson against Jeff Jarrett in an anything goes match. This brutal contest saw both men push each other to their limits, using every trick in the book to gain the upper hand. In the end, it was Danielson who claimed victory at 15:27, his technical prowess proving too much for Jarrett's rough-and-tumble style.

As the dust settled on this unforgettable night of wrestling, one thing was clear: AEW has once again proven itself a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling. The fans left the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum buzzing with excitement, already counting down the days until the next event.

Card Details

Date: 06 Aug 2024
Promotion: All Elite Wrestling
Arena: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Type: TV-Show
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 06 Aug 2024

Matches

MJF(C) defeat Kyle Fletcher in a AEW All-Atlantic Title Eliminator Match
Match Time: 17:43
Mariah May defeat Viva Van in a Singles Match
Match Time: 06:28
Katsuyori Shibata defeat Bryan Keith in a Singles Match
Match Time: 07:01
FTR and Orange Cassidy defeat Roderick Strong, Rush and The Beast Mortos in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 16:49
Kamille defeat Clara Carter and Jazmyne Hao in a Two On One Handicap Match
Match Time: 01:51
Bryan Danielson defeat Jeff Jarrett in a Anything Goes Match
Match Time: 15:27