AEW Revolution PPV
Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina
Christian Cage (c) (w/Killswitch, Nick & Shayna Wayne) def. Daniel Garcia to retain the TNT Title in 16:52. Daniel Garcia got a solid reaction. Christian got a strong heel reaction. Christian posed with the TNT Title. Garcia took the TNT Title from Aubrey Edwards and posed as the crowd cheered. The match began with some chain wrestling. Christian took advantage poking Garcia in the eyes. Christian connected with a flying crossbody to Garcia on the floor. Christian called for the Killswitch but Garcia countered with a chop block. Garcia took control hitting a Dragon Screw. Garcia went for an ankle lock but Christian broke free. Christian responded launching Garcia to the floor. Christian kept sending Garcia to the floor. Garcia launched Nick Wayne over the timekeeper’s table. Garcia battled back rocking Christian with corner strikes. Garcia launched Christian into the ring steps. Christian responded catching Garcia with a neck breaker for a two count. Christian went for a dive but Garcia caught him in an ankle lock. Christian broke free. Garcia connected with an Olympic Slam for a two count. Garcia went for a Piledriver but Christian blocked. Killswitch gave Garcia a Chokeslam with the referee distracted. Christian followed with a Super Splash for a two count. Matt Menard ran down running Killswitch into the ring post. Shayna Wayne stood in Menard’s way. Killwswitch and Menard brawled to the back. Christian went for a spear but his knee gave out. Garcia delivered a Piledriver but Christian kicked out at two. Garcia applied a jackknife cradle but Christian grabbed the ropes. Nick Wayne gave Garcia a cheap shot. Christian delivered the Killswitch to Garcia for the win to retain the title.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was a solid match. Garcia wasn’t ready to win the TNT Title. A good showing from Garcia as the crowd was behind in the closing stretch. I like seeing Christian watch because his style of match is mostly different from everyone else. The slow pacing works because it helped build drama in the closing moments where the crowd got behind Garcia’s near falls. I’m really not a fan of seeing interference especially the first match on a PPV card. The interference was their way to protect Garcia and keep the title on Christian. AEW has a Canada tour coming up. I could see Copeland getting his rematch with Christian for the TNT Title on the Toronto show. (⭐️⭐️⭐️1/4)
We saw Bryan Danielson warming up backstage. Lexi Nair was also backstage noting Danielson was confident he would make Eddie Kingston tap out. Danielson made his entrance. Danielson got a strong reaction. We saw Eddie Kingston pacing backstage. Renee Paquette was also backstage. Renee said Kingston is dedicating the match to Jun Akiyama. There were loud Eddie chants as he made his entrance. Kingston came out to a big reaction.
Eddie Kingston (c) def. Bryan Danielson to retain the AEW Continental Crown Title in 19:45. The crowd was split chanting for Danielson and Kingston. Danielson caught Kingston with some leg kicks. Kingston responded with rapid fire chops. Kingston sent Danielson flying with a Saito Suplex. Kingston followed with a tope sending Danielson crashing into the barricade. Danielson moved as Kingston chopped the ring post. Danielson caught Kingston with a suplex from the ring apron to the floor. Danielson took control targeting Kingston’s arm. Kingston responded catching Danielson with an Exploder Suplex. Kingston went for a Stretch Plum but Danielson broke free. Danielson came right back with a pair of running dropkicks. Danielson planted Kingston with a Dragon Suplex for two. Danielson planted Kingston with a Butterfly Superplex. Danielson applied a submission pulling on Kingston’s arms. Kingston managed to grab the ropes. Kingston responded catching Danielson with a spinning back fist. Kingston planted Danielson with a Northern Lights Bomb for a two count. Kingston caught Danielson charging with a spinning back first. Danielson no-sold it. Danielson rocked Kingston with a running kick to Kingston’s arm. Danielson led to the crowd in YES chants. Danielson connected wth a Busaiku Knee but Kingston kicked out for a great two count. Danielson placed Kingston in the Triangle Hold. The crowd cheered as Kingston gave a thumbs up as he placed his foots on the ropes. Kingston no-sold Danielson’s YES Kicks. Kingston caught Danielson with a Half/Half Suplex. Danielson responded right back with a Regal Plex. Kingston responded with another Half/Half Suplex. The crowd chanted “This Is Awesome!” Danielson and Kingston exchanged big strikes. Danielson led the crowd in YES chants. Danielson went for the Busaiku Knee but Kingston intercepted with a lariat. Kingston delivered a Stack Powerbomb for the win to retain the title.
- Kingston grabbed hold onto his three titles and bowed to the crowd. The camera cut to Danielson who rose to his knees. Danielson and Kingston had a stare down. Kingston went to leave. Danielson stopped Kingston from leaving. Danielson offered a handshake but hesitated. Nigel McGuinness who was playing full heel on commentary towards Danielson in the match. McGuinness was imploring Danielson to shake Kingston’s hand. McGuinness was putting over how much the handshake means in Ring of Honor. The crowd cheered as Danielson eventually shook Kingston’s hand. They bowed to each other. Danielson left the ring. The crowd chanted for Kingston.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was a tremendous hard hitting back and forth match. I really liked the story with Danielson targeting Kingston’s arm wanting to get the submission win. Kingston was just great playing the babyface who refuses to quit. A great moment for Kingston getting the clean win plus having Danielson shake him hand in the post-match angle was all good stuff. Side note, Nigel McGuinness has been going really hard heel on commentary for Danielson matches. I’m guessing that’s the direction they are going Danielson and McGuinness for All In. (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/4)
They aired a video package for the “All Star” Scramble match. Hook got a solid reaction but wasn’t anything blow away. The crowd cheered as Adam Cole came out with Wardlow. Chris Jericho came out to a very noticeable mixed reaction from the crowd. The crowd did sing along to Judas but it wasn’t as energetic as the crowd used to sing.
Wardlow def. Dante Martin, Powerhouse Hobbs, Chris Jericho, Brian Cage (w/Prince Nana), Hook, Lance Archer (w/Jake “The Snake” Roberts) and Magnus in an 8-Man All Star Scramble Match to win a shot at the AEW World Title in 16:22. Cage launched Hook onto Jericho on the floor. Archer, Cage, Hobbs and Wardlow stood inside the ring. The crowd chanted MEAT as they exchanged strikes. Archer caught Wardlow with an impressive Springboard Moonsault. Hobbs caught Archer with a Spinebuster. Cage caught Hobbs with a Death Valley Driver. Wardlow caught Archer with a step-up Hurricanrana. The crowd booed as Jericho caught Wardlow with a Codebreaker but Hook made the save. Jericho hit a flying crossbody onto Hobbs on the floor. Hook delivered a flying double sledge onto Hobbs on the floor. Cage planted Hook with a Deadlift Superplex. Martin delivered a Frog Splash to Cage for a two count. Martin went for a Tope Con Hilo but was miss-timed in a bad looking spot. Magnus caught Martin with a Rolling Cutter for a two count. Archer planted Magnus with a Chokeslam for a two count. Jericho and Magnus delivered stereo Springboard Moonsault to Archer. Jericho covered Archer for a two count. Hobbs planted Archer with a running powerslam. Wardlow ran wild delivering German Suplex to everyone. Hook caught Wardlow in the Redrum. The crowd booed as Jericho placed Wardlow in a Walls of Jericho. Cage nailed Jericho with a Superkick as Wardlow was locked in a double submission. Hook planted Jericho with a Northern Lights Suplex for two. Hobbs caught Jericho with a World’s Strongest Slam on the floor. Jericho blew the smoke machine into Hobbs face. Wardlow planted Cage with a Powerbomb. Martin caught Wardlow with a rollup for two. Martin caught Archer with a Springboard Moonsault for a two count. Hook went for a Redrum but Wardlow broke free. Wardlow rocked Hook with a windup lariat Wardlow delivered a Last Ride Powerbomb to Martin for the win.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was a chaotic match but not in a good way. There were lots of sloppy moments especially with Dante Martin who’s one of the best high flyers. The crowd did have their fun chanting MEAT when the big men were involved. This could’ve been a bit better if they trimmed at least five minutes off the match. Wardlow winning was the right call after his recent promos calling out the AEW World Champion. Side note, can AEW just drop their Rankings. Why should anyone care about the ranking if can just get a title match by winning a scramble. (⭐️⭐️1/2)
Roderick Strong def. Orange Cassidy (c) to win the AEW International Title in 12:43. Orange’s back was tapped up. Strong went for a Sick Kick but Orange countered into a Crucifix for a two count. Strong took the quick lead planting Orange with a backbreaker. Strong maintained control dropping Orange onto the barricade. Orange responded catching Strong on the ropes. Orange caught Strong with a flying crossbody but his back gave out. Strong took back the lead hitting a series of backbreakers. Orange responded running Strong into the turnbuckle. Strong stopped Orange from climbing the ropes. Strong dropped Orange with a Gut Wrench Powerbomb onto the turnbuckle which looked nasty. Orange sold his back on the floor. Strong went after Orange on the floor. Strong called for End of Heartache but Orange countered into Stun Dog Millionaire. Strong quickly responded catching Orange with a Uranage Backbreaker. Strong applied the Boston Crab but Orange grabbed the ropes. Strong applied the Strong Hold but Orange broke free. Orange battled back catching Strong with a Satellite DDT. Orange made a comeback hitting a Flying DDT for a two count. Orange connected with a Panama Sunrise for a two count. Strong caught Orange with another backbreaker. Strong caught Orange with a jumping knee. Orange responded rocking Strong with an Orange Punch. Orange went for Beach Break but his back gave out. Orange grabbed onto the ropes hitting Beach Break. Orange went for a cover but Strong grabbed the ropes. Strong caught Orange with a jumping knee strike. Strong connected with End of Heartache to win the title.
- The big angle came after the match. The crowd cheered as Kyle O’Really appeared from the crowd. O’Reilly and Strong shared a hug. Mike Bennet offered O’Really an Undisputed Kingdom shirt. O’Reilly refused to wear the shirt. O’Reilly placed the shirt on Strong’s shoulder. O’Reilly whispered something into Strong’s ear. O’Reilly left the ring. O’Reilly had an emotional look on his face.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was a good match but never felt liked it reached great. Orange has had a great run of title matches as International Champion. Orange’s onscreen character is rather stale and it got tiresome seeing him take a beating but then find a way to retain the title. Strong is a really good wrestler and the way he kept targeting the back was great heel work. Strong had to win the title because Undisputed Kingdom has been a really cold act. I was glad to see Strong win the title clean without interference from his Undisputed Kingdom buddies. A really cool moment seeing Kyle O’Reilly return. This now adds an interesting twist because O’Reilly has lots of history with Strong. O’Reilly just returned so he shouldn’t join Undisputed Kingdom right away. They should build it up if that’s the eventual plan to have O’Reilly replace Wardlow in the Undisputed Kingdom. (⭐️⭐️⭐️1/4)
Jon Moxley and Claudio Castagnoli came out from the crowd to a big reaction. Moxley and Claudio were wearing Road Warriors gear. Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler got a big reaction from the crowd.
Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley & Claudio Castagnoli) def. FTR (Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler) in 21:47. The crowd was split chanting for BCC and FTR. Claudio and Harwood began exchanging slaps. Wheeler nailed Moxley with a dropkick for a near fall. Moxley responded running Harwood into BCC’s corner. Harwood quickly responded catching Claudio with a leg sweep. The crowd was noticeably quiet for the match. Wheeler rocked Claudio with strikes from the turnbuckle. Claudio responded dumping Wheeler to the floor. Moxley took the lead running Wheeler into the barricade. Moxley placed Wheeler in a seated head scissors but Harwood made the save. Claudio crushed Wheeler with a double stomp. Moxley planted Wheeler with a Superplex for two. Wheeler responded catching Moxley with a lariat. Harwood ran wild catching Claudio with a flying crossbody for two. Claudio went for a Neutralizer but Wheeler made the save. FTR went for a Spike Piledriver but Claudio broke free. Claudio moved as Harwood charged into the ring post. Harwood was busted open badly. FTR went for a Doomsday Device but Claudio caught Harwood with a mid-air powerslam. Claudio and Moxley delivered a Super Air Raid Crash to Harwood for two. Harwood caught Moxley with a Popup Powerbomb for two. FTR delivered a Spike Piledriver to Moxley for two. Harwood went for a Superplex but Moxley broke free. Claudio and Moxley caught Harwood with a Doomsday Device. Wheeler caught Claudio with a flying bulldog to make the save. FTR called for Shatter Machine but Claudio blocked. The crowd cheered as Claudio and Moxley delivered a Giant Swing/Dropkick combo for two. Moxley bit Harwood’s face. Harwood responded spitting in Moxley’s face. FTR delivered a Doomsday Device to Moxley for two. FTR delivered a Shatter Machine to Moxley. Claudio pulled Wheeler to the floor to make the save. Claudio gave Wheeler a Neutralizer on the floor. Harwood caught Claudio with a Piledriver on the floor. Harwood and Moxley had a counter exchange. Moxley caught Harwood with a Death Rider DDT for two. Moxley caught Harwood in a Rear-Naked Choke. Claudio caught Wheeler in a Rear-Naked Choke as he was trying to make the save. Harwood passed out.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was a very good tag team match. The crowd was noticeably quiet for the early portion which was surprising considering these are two popular teams. The drama really picked up in the closing moments especially when Harwood came up bleeding badly. I was kinda surprised seeing BCC getting the win. You would think Claudio and Moxley have to be in the running be the next AEW World Tag Team Champions after this win. The match was very good but at no point did it feel you were seeing something great on PPV. (⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2)
Deonna Purrazzo came out to another mild reaction. The crow cheered as Toni Storm’s original music play. Mariah May came out dressed as Toni Storm. That was pretty cool and was the highlight of the overall match. “Timeless” Toni Storm made her entrance in black and white. Storm came out with Luther.
“Timeless” Toni Storm (c) (w/Luther & Mariah May) def. Deonna Purrazzo to retain the AEW Women’s World Title in 12:17. Purrazzo and Storm began with mat wrestling. Purrazzo went for a Fujiwara Armbar but Storm placed her foot on the ropes. Purrazzo connected with a lariat as Storm rolled to the floor. Luther gave Storm a massage. Purrazzo caught Storm with a sliding dropkick. Storm ran Purrazzo into the corner. Aubrey Edwards went to hold Storm back. Storm took advantage catching Purrazzo with a kick below the belt line. There was a Toni chant from the crowd. Purrazzo battled back rocking Storm with a running knee strike. Purrazzo applied a Fujiwara Armbar but Storm broke free. Purrazzo took the lead hitting a flatliner for a two count. Storm caught Purrazzo sending her crashing into the turnbuckle. Storm took back the lead rocking Purrazzo with a hip attack. Storm connected with a DDT for a two count. Storm caught Purrazzo in Break A Leg (Ankle Lock). Purrazzo broke free. Purrazo nailed Storm with a Pump Kick. Luther grabbed Storm in his arms. Purrazzo delivered a flying crossbody onto Luther and Purrazzo on the floor. Purrazzo placed Storm in a Fujiwara Armbar. Purrazzo transition into Venus Del Milo. Luther distracted the referee. Storm was tapping. Purrazzo knocked May off the ring apron. Storm caught Purrazzo with Storm Zero for the win to retain the title.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was basically the same standard of Women’s match we usually see on Dynamite. The only difference is Women’s matches on Dynamite get lesser time for the most part. Purrazzo and Storm just worked the most basic wrestling match. The match was also hurt because the crowd reaction for Purrazzo just isn’t there. Storm playing the Timeless character has been entertaining to watch. Storm hasn’t had anywhere near close to a great match as champion in this new Timeless character. The biggest highlight was May dressed up as classic Toni Storm. (⭐️⭐️1/4)
Don Callis joined commentary for the next match. Konosuke Takeshita came out to a strong heel reaction. Will Ospreay received the biggest reaction on the show to this point. Ospreay felt like a big star.
Will Ospreay def. Konosuke Takeshita in 21:57. Huge chants of OSPREAY from the crowd. Ospreay shined early catching Takeshita with a running Hurricanrana. Takeshita responded rocking Ospreay with a jumping clothesline. Takeshita planted Ospreay with a Superplex for a near fall. Takeshita connected with a flying senton splash for a near fall. Ospreay battled back catching Takeshita with a springboard forearm. Ospreay followed hitting a corkscrew kick. The crowd chanted for Ospreay as he connected with a slingshot plancha to the floor. Takeshita responded catching Ospreay with a Falcon Arrow coming off the ropes. Takeshita followed hitting a Tope Con Hilo to the floor. Takeshita went for a flying senton splash but Ospreay got his knees up. Ospreay went for a Sky Twister but Takeshita moved. Takeshita caught Ospreay with a bridging German Suplex for a two count. Ospreay nailed Takeshita with a rolling kick. Takeshita responded right back with a German Suplex. Ospreay responded catching Takeshita with a standing Spanish Fly. This led to the crowd chanting “This Is Awesome!” Ospreay made a comeback nailing Takeshita with a rolling forearm. The crowd booed as the referee held Ospreay back. Takeshita responded drilling Ospreay with a pair of forearm smashes. The crowd cheered as Ospreay refused to stay down. Takeshita rocked Ospreay with another huge forearm smash. Takeshita went for a Powerbomb but Ospreay landed on his feet. Ospreay nailed Takeshita with a Hook Kick. Ospreay followed with a Tiger Driver for a two count. Ospreay called for an OzCutter but Takeshita caught him with a mid-air Blue Thunder Bomb for a great two count. The crowd gave them a standing ovation. Takeshita called for Chaos Theory but Ospreay escaped. Ospreay nailed Takeshita with a Hook Kick. Ospreay followed with an OzCutter for a two count. Ospreay called for Hidden Blade but Takeshita caught him with a head butt for a good two count. Ospreay used Takeshita’s momentum nailing him with a Cheeky Nando Kick. Ospreay went for a Super Hurricanrana but Takeshita blocked. Takeshita planted Osprey with a Brainbuster onto the turnbuckle which looked nasty. Ospreay had visible scars on his back. Takeshita drilled Ospreay with a running knee strike for two. Takeshita lowered his knee pad. Takeshita went for a Power Drive Knee but Ospreay blocked. Ospreay caught Takeshita with a Poisonrana. Ospreay called for Storm Breaker but Takeshita countered into a Crunchy. Takeshita maintained control hitting a Wheelbarrow German Suplex. Ospreay no-sold it as he just drilled Takeshita with a flying Hidden Blade. Ospreay covered Takeshita who kicked out at one. The crowd went nuts for that near fall. Ospreay caught Takeshita charging with a Styles Clash for a two count. Ospreay dropped Takeshita onto his head/neck with a Tiger Driver 91. Ospreay drilled Takeshita flush with a Hidden Blade for the win.
- The crowd began booing as Don Callis entered the ring. Callis celebrated with Ospreay and then checked on Takeshita. Kyle Fletcher came out after the match. The crowd cheered as Ospreay and Takeshita showed each other respect. Fletcher entered the ring after he and Ospreay had a stare down. The crowd cheered as Ospreay and Fletcher shared a hug. They announced Ospreay vs. Fletcher for Dynamite.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was an incredible action packed match from start to finish. Just an absolute tremendous showing from both Ospreay and Takeshita as they delivered more than enough bang for your buck. Takeshita is one of the most talented wrestlers on the rosters. I was glad to see Takeshita get a chance to work a showcase match with Ospreay. I just hope Takeshita doesn’t get lost in the shuffle with Ospreay’s arrival to AEW. The recent booking of Takeshita since beating Kenny Omega clean twice on PPV hasn’t been great. Ospreay showed once again why he’s the best wrestler in the world. This was the perfect debut match for Ospreay who’s now officially part of the AEW roster. The crowd treated Ospreay like a superstar. Hopefully, AEW doesn’t fumble the ball on Ospreay who should be the babyface star in the company. A tremendous match. (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️)
Jim Ross joined Excalibur and Tony Schiavone for commentary for the last two matches on the show.
“Swerve” Strickland came out first to a big reaction. Prince Nana repeatedly asked the crowd Whose House? The crowd responded by screaming Swerve’s House! “Hangman” Adam Page came out big mixed reaction with mostly boos. Samoa Joe got a big reaction from the crowd.
Samoa Joe (c) def. “Hangman” Adam Page and “Swerve” Strickland (w/Prince Nana) in a Three Way Match to retain the AEW World Title in 19:41. Joe started quickly rocking Hangman with strikes. Strickland went for a dive but Joe walked out of the way. Joe caught Strickland with a tope on the floor. Joe was low bridged to the floor. Hangman sent Strickland flying with a fallaway slam. Hangman and Strickland knit up as the same time. Strickland rocked Hangman with a flying uppercut. Strickland rocked Joe with a flying uppercut on the floor. The crowd cheered as Strickland danced. Strickland rocked Hangman with a Woo Dropkick for a two count. Prince Nana led the crowd in Swerve’s House chants. The crowd booed as there were light chants of Cowboy S*it! Hangman caught Strickland with a belly-to-belly suplex but Joe made the save. Joe planted Hangman with a Stack Powerbomb for a two count. Joe placed Hangman in an STF but Strickland made the save. Joe got the better of a strike exchange with Strickland. Joe went for a Superplex but Strickland blocked. Hangman and Strickland planted Joe with a Double Powerbomb. Hangman and Strickland exchanged strikes. Strickland had swelling underneath his eye. Strickland caught Hangman with a Sunset Flip but Joe made the save. Hangman flipped out of the corner catching Strickland with a Tombstone Piledriver but Joe made the save. Hangman nailed Joe with a boot. Hangman called for Deadeye but Strickland countered into a Powerbomb. Strickland planted Hangman with a rolling flatliner, maintained control hitting a suplex but Joe made the save. Joe planted Hangman with a Muscle Buster. Hangman caught Joe with Swerve’s Stomp on the landing. Strickland rocked Joe with House Call. Strickland didn’t cover Joe. Strickland rocked Hangman with House Call for a two count. Strickland caught Joe with a corner DDT. Strickland followed hitting a 450 Splash on Joe. Strickland followed with a Swerve’s Stomp to Joe. Hangman pulled the referee’s leg to stop the count. Hangman decked the referee on the floor. The crowd booed as Hangman rocked Strickland with the AEW World Title. Hangman rocked Joe with a pair of Buckshot Lariats. Hangman had the match won but the referee was out which he decked. Bryce Remsburg ran down but Joe kicked out at two. Hangman called for the Buckshot Lariat. Joe caught Hangman with a Coquina Clutch. Strickland made the save hitting a Sky Twister onto everyone. Prince Nana gave Strickland his crown. Strickland refused to use it. Joe placed Strickland in a Coquina Clutch. Strickland countered catching Joe with a Sunset Flip. The crowd booed as Hangman attacked the referee. Hangman rocked Joe with a Buckshot Lariat. Strickland rocked Hangman with a Buckshot Lariat. Strickland planted Hangman with a JML Driver. Joe dropped Strickland with a Half/Half Suplex. Joe caught Hangman in a Coquina Clutch. Joe retained the title as Hangman tapped out as Strickland went to make the save.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was a very good action packed match with everyone getting a chance to shine. I was glad to see Joe keep hold of the title as he’s been great as champion. They have program with Joe and Wardlow ready to go for the AEW Dynasty PPV. The crowds have been behind Strickland and him not using Prince Nana’s crowd just solidified what should be his babyface turn. I get Excalibur tried to explain Hangman tapped so Strickland couldn’t win the title. However, that’s not how the finish came while watching the actual match. Hangman needed to tap in front of Strickland to make the finish they were going for work. (⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2)
They announced AEW Dynasty PPV taking place Sunday April 21, 2024 from St. Louis.
They aired a video package for the main event match. Ric Flair came out for the main event. Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat came out as the guest time keeper. Flair and Steamboat hugged. Nikita Koloff and Magnum TA were shown in the crowd along with Scotty Riggs. Matthews & Nicholas Jackson got the Cody Elevator entrance. They came out wearing robes. Darby Allin got a big reaction.
Sting’s Entrance
The crowd cheered as the lights went out. They cut to an old movie theatre. Sting sat alone watching his greatest moments and highlights from his career. Sting said “It’s Showtime!” He said Showtime for the last time. Sting said “Let’s Do This!” Sting’s son dressed in Surfer Sting and Wolfpack Sting. Sting came out to an incredible reaction. Sting hugged Darby on the entrance ramp.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — A fantastic video package and reaction for Sting. It was really cool seeing Sting’s son dressed up as Sting’s classic characters.
Darby Allin & Sting (c) def. The Young Bucks (Matthews & Nicholas Jackson) in a Tornado Tag Team Match to retain the AEW World Tag Team Titles in 21:03. Darby delivered a tope to both Matthew and Nickolas as the match began. Sting and Darby delivered Stinger Splashes. Sting’s sons delivered Stinger Splashes to Matthew and Nicholas. That was cool to see. Sting placed Matthew and Nicholas in a double Scorpion Death Lock. The Bucks broke free. The crowd chanted “Thank You Sting!” Tables were placed around ringside. Darby delivered a flying Coffin Drop to Matthew and Nicholas on the floor. The fans chanted “Darby!” String grabbed a paint of glass. They laid the paint of glass onto a stack of chairs. Nickolas ran as Sting smashed a paint of glass with a baseball bat. They made their way to the entrance ramp. Nicklaus delivered a Falcon Arrow sending Darby crashing through a table off the entrance stage. Matthew delivered a suplex sending Sting crashing through a table off the entrance stage. The crowd chanted “F— The Young Bucks!” Darby battled back catching Matthew with a Code Red. Darby climbed the ladder. Matthew moved Nicholas out of the way. Darby went flying off the ladder crashing thought the paint of glass on the floor. This was completely INSANE! Darby back was bleeding badly. The crowd chanted “F— The Young Bucks!” Sting grabbed Matthew by the throat and placed him on the table. Sting climbed the ladder. Matthew stopped Sting from climbing the ladder. Matter delivered a Powerbomb sending Sting crashing through a table. The crowd went wild as Sting no-sold it. Matthew and Nicholas launched Sting through another paint of glass. Matthew gave Sting a low blow. Matthew delivered a Scorpion Death Drop for a two count. The crowd chanted “Let’s Go Sting!” Steamboat stopped Nicklaus from grabbing the title. The Bucks rocked Steamboat with a double Superkick. Flair entered the ring and covered Sting. The Bucks drilled Flair with a Double Superkick. Matthew whacked Sting with a title belt for a two count. The Bucks rocked Sting with a Double Superkick. The crowd went nuts as Sting no-sold it. Sting gave Matthew a Scorpion Death Drop but Nickolas made the save. The Bucks gave Sting an EVP Trigger for another two count. The Bucks delivered another EVP Trigger but Sting kicked out at one. Sting started laughing. The Bucks called for the TK Driver. Darby shoved Nicklaus who went crashing through a table on the floor. Sting delivered a Scorpion Death Drop but Matthew kicked out at two. Darby delivered a Coffin Drop to Matthew. The crowd cheered as Sting placed Matthew in a Scorpion Death Lock. The crowd cheered as Matthew tapped out.
- There was a confetti celebration as Darby and Sting celebrated with the AEW World Tag Team Titles. The music stopped. Darby said there’s three minutes left on the PPV. Darby asked the crowd to show love to Sting. The crowd chanted “Thank You Sting!” Sting thanked the crowd. He’s been thanking the crowd since March 1988. Sting thanked Ric Flair for the match. Sting said he wanted this a night wrestling fans won’t forget. String said this is a night he will never forget. Sting thanked Darby for being the greatest tag team parter. Sting said Darby was a risk taker. Sting said he’s old but still a risk taker. The crowd chanted “You Still Got It!” Sting told the crowd to hold on. He was getting cues. The broadcast ended. That just sucked to not see Sting’s full speech on the show.
(Amin’s Thoughts) — This was just an incredible spectacle of a match. I could see why Sting wanted The Young Bucks as his last match. The Young Bucks were just awesome playing such unlikable heels. The Bucks were also great when they needed to bump and sell for Sting. You could argue The Bucks just turned heel and it would’ve added more heat if they beat Sting. Credit to The Young Bucks if they wanted to see Sting go out as a hero to the crowd in attendance and watching at home. The Darby Allin spot off the ladder was completely insane. I give Darby all the credit for putting his body at risk to give the crowd a showing. The tremendous video package. To seeing his sons getting involved was all great to see. Sting taking some crazy bumps and then no-selling to the crowd in attendance joy was just so fun to watch as a fan. Sting getting the win in his last match. The only disappointment was that we didn’t get the chance to see Sting’s full speech as the PPV cut off. This was the perfect send-off match for the Icon and Wrestling Legend that is Sting. (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️)
OVERALL THOUGHTS
AEW Revolution was a tremendous PPV. All Star Scramble and the Storm/Purrazzo were the only two matches that were not good. The rest of the show was filled with some great wrestling matches. Will Ospreay’s official AEW debut was fantastic as he looked like a superstar in his win over Konosuke Takeshita. Sting’s final match was an incredible spectacle which closed on a happy note. There’s not more you can ask from a wrestling fan who watched the show. Overall, AEW Revolution gets two thumbs up.
