AEW Dynamite #254

Norfolk Nightmare: All Elite Wrestling Delivers Thrills and Upsets at Chartway Arena

In the scorching summer heat of Norfolk, Virginia, All Elite Wrestling descended upon the Chartway Arena, bringing with it a cavalcade of high-flying action, bone-crushing brutality, and a healthy dose of unpredictability. Last night's TV-special was an absolute barnburner, featuring a stacked card that left fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

The evening's festivities kicked off with a thrilling AEW TBS Title match between champion Mercedes Mone and challenger Hikaru Shida. The latter, known for her technical prowess, came out guns blazing, seeking to dethrone the reigning queen. However, it was Mone who emerged victorious, pinning Shida after a picture-perfect "Mone in the Middle" at 10:30 PM.

Next up was Adam Page, looking to make a statement against the formidable Jay Lethal. The two grapplers engaged in a barnburner of a singles match, with both men trading blows and near-falls aplenty. In the end, it was Page who proved too much for Lethal, securing the win via a devastating "Dead Eye" at 9:32 PM.

The three-way chaos that ensued between Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly, and Roderick Strong was nothing short of pandemonium. Each competitor brought their unique brand of anarchy to the mix, resulting in a match that was equal parts madness and masterclass. In the end, it was Cassidy who managed to corral the mayhem, pinning both opponents simultaneously at 15:56 PM.

The main event saw The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson) put their AEW World Tag Team Titles on the line against The Acclaimed. This one was a real showdown between two of the best tag teams in the business. In the end, it was the reigning champions who proved too strong, retaining their titles via a dazzling display of high-flying acrobatics at 18:08 PM.

The evening's penultimate match saw Swerve Strickland take on Wheeler Yuta in a non-title bout. These two up-and-coming stars put everything on the line, delivering a frenetic contest that left fans on the edge of their seats. In the end, it was Strickland who emerged victorious, pinning Yuta at 9:22 PM.

As the dust settled and the crowd filed out of Chartway Arena, one thing was clear: All Elite Wrestling has once again proven itself to be a promotion capable of delivering top-notch entertainment. The Norfolk fans were treated to an unforgettable night of professional wrestling, and we can't wait to see what's in store for AEW in the months to come.

The Verdict: Last night's AEW TV-special was a resounding success, featuring a card that boasted both action-packed thrill rides and thrilling upsets. If you missed it, do yourself a favor and seek out the replays – your eyes (and your senses) will thank you.

Card Details

Date: 13 Aug 2024
Promotion: All Elite Wrestling
Arena: Chartway Arena
Type: TV-Show
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 13 Aug 2024

Matches

Mercedes Mone(C) defeat Hikaru Shida in a AEW TBS Title Match
Match Time: 10:30
Adam Page defeat Jay Lethal in a Singles Match
Match Time: 09:32
Orange Cassidy defeat Kyle O'Reilly and Roderick Strong in a Three Way Match
Match Time: 15:56
The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson and Nicholas Jackson)(C) defeat The Acclaimed in a AEW World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 18:08
Swerve Strickland defeat Wheeler Yuta in a Non Title Match
Match Time: 09:22