AEW Dynamite Review 5.2.2026.

Intro.

Over the past few days, a lot has been said about AEW's handling of there next trip to the land of Oz, which is happening next weekend at the time of writing. From frustration at the venue, and how tricky it is to get to there, all the way down to how the show has been advertised. This to me, some people have read this as Tony Khan not learning his lesson, so this is my 5 pennies worth. Back in 2023, and 2024. I attended both All In shows at Wembley Stadium, and within 2 months, and six weeks before both shows. I went to see both Def Leppard, and. GreenDay at the same venue, and you couldn't move from both shows being advertised around the local area. I believe this was done by the concert promoter that AEW were working with, which on this occassion was Livenation. In Australia AEW's partner is Tickettek, which is owned by Ticketmaster, they might not have been given the green light when it comes to advertising. I get that the logistics aren't great, and the fact that they've learn't from one blunder, and read the analystics properly the second time around, does show that improvement has been made. Please bare in mind that this is just my opinion.

AEW Wrestlers Give Their Thoughts Ahead Of Putting In A Shift.

MJF. Brody King. Kenny Omega. TDCWO head Don Callis, and the Babes Of Wrath, gave us their thoughts on how this weeks Dynamite was going to go down. I do like these little things, because they take me back to my childhood, watching WWF superstars at my friends house. I can taste the pizza now, oh the memories.

Jon Moxley. Daniel Garcia, and. Pac vs Josh Alexander. El Clon, and. Konosuke Takeshista.

The term AEW Party Match is a phrase that gets thrown around way too often for my liking, and this outing although it was very good, didn't give me the standard vibes of a Mutiman Match. The Matches within the Match made sense, but they failed to elevate any sense of drama, yes the physicality was solid, and I enjoyed the Match, but all this did was make me wish for this Deathriders, and. Don Callis Family feud to just come to and end. The near falls came a bit too late for me, because Takeshita hit the raging fire on Pac for the win, all I could say was thank God, because yes the Match was good, but this feud is doing nothing for me. Jon will defend his Continental Championship against Konosuke Takeshita at GrandSlam Australia. Now Stroof that sounds like a ripper.

Will Osperay Return Tease.

We then got a update via the way of a Vingnette, highlighting the possible near return of Will Osperay. For those who may not know. Will underwent Neck Surgery last September, and has been TV ever since. I'm a massive fan of Wills, and want nothing but the best for him, so I think he should only come back when he's ready, and shouldn't be rushed. It's funny how this has aired, just when the talk of Wembley has started off with fans online.

Orange Cassidy, and. Timeless Toni Storm vs Jordan Oasis, and. Brittany Brooks.

Orange Cassidy, and. Timeless Toni Storm, beat. A man who likes fruit drinks, or he looks on things with a temper, and a lady who was obsessed with hair. I had fun with this as you can tell. The Match was a nothing encunter, but I guess that's the whole point. Cassidy, and. Toni took to the mic afterwards, and you could tell that these two were waiting to shame Lufer for being bald. With the insight of bodyshaming to oneside, this was an effective segment. Toni was Gold here. Hair vs Hair at GrandSlam Australia. I can't wait. I do like a good comedy Match. I'm just thinking what Wheeler Yuta would look with a shaved head.

The Wardogs Kidnap Darby Allin.

In the words of a famous British biscuit. If you like a lot of kidnapping with you're Pro Wrestling watch this show. The Wardogs, aka. Clarke Connors, and. Gabe Kidd Kidnapped Darby Allin, and took him for a nice day trip to the Nevada Desert, complete with a bodybag. I here it's quite nice at this time of year.

Hangman Adam Page vs Mark Davis.

I liked this. I didn't think that this would be any good, but, yeah this was good, and it had no right to be. This was a well booked TV expedition, that I think needed more time, but from the point of physicality I was pleased with what we got. Hangman got the win, and then cut a promo on MJF stating that he was going to kick him in the balls, and become the AEW World Heavyweight Champion at Revolution. 

Kenny Omega vs Andrade El Idolo.

This was the Match of the night, and proves my point that AEW is on the up in the early stages of 2026. Many have said a lot of things about how kenny has got himself back into excellent health, and that shouldn't be taken for granted, but to me what I love about Kenny is his selling, and his ability to make you believe in his every move and near fall. this is what I have found more impressive. This Match verged on perfect TV booking. Andrade also looks great, and so far his second run with the company is going well, given the fact that his 1st run with the Jacksonville outlet was held at a low bar. I loved both mens chemistry last night, and you could sense that both men were frustrated with the situation that arose last September, after Andrade made his redebut. This felt like a do right for the fans. Kenny didn't get the win, but when you deep this, it's ok. Andrade El Idolo vs Hangman Adam Page is a solid piece of business, and it makes sense. Damn It Don Callis, has a lot to answer for doesn't he, oh, and hello Swerve Strickland. I liked he and Kenny from last week, so yes I would like some second helpings.

Babes Of Wrath vs Megabad AEW Womens Tag Team Championship Eliminator.

I liked this. I know that I normally have an issue with AEW Womens Matches, and at this point I must point out, that I've got no issue with the ladies, it's how they're booked that I can't stand. This match was decent, and it worked in order to give Megan Bayne, and. Penelope Ford the start of what could be a solid run, although I don't think that this is going to happen. Megabad is going to face The Babes Of Wrath again when AEW heads Down Under in 9 days time.

Old Man Ciampa Is Back People.

If you've ever needed proof that AEW officials watched the compettion during the Wednesday Wars, then here's your proof. Tony Khan loves Old man Ciampa. He's named his belt Sylvie. I have an aunt called Sylvie.

Jungle Jack Perry vs Ricochet AEW National Championship.

This was excellent. When this Match got confirmed I had my thoughts, and they weren't good, but this had me feeling suprised, because it's the things that you don't want, that leave you more fulfilled. These two just work so well together, and it just shows that if you give Mid Card talent a try, then they can come with the goods. This was no differant, as both carved out a decent Match. the last moments, and sequences came in, and this would play to how the Match ended from the distraction of GOA, getting taken out by Jacks Elite brothers The Young Bucks. Ricochet would then retain his belt. Ricochet has an interesting week hasn't he. I'm happy that he's found his love for Pro Wrestling again.

MJF vs Brody King AEW World Heavyweight Championship Championship Eliminator.

This was over way too quick, it made sense, and it was a fantastic piece of business. Hangman Adam Page came out, this allowed King to choke Maxwell, throw him into the corner, give him a rolling thunder bomb, and a Gonzo bomb for the win. MJF got squashed in less than 1.20 seconds. This was awesome, and when look at this from a keyfabe point of view. The one thing that we haven't seen from MJF in quite sometime is vunrebility, and is something that has been needed since his Cm Punk rivalry from 2022. He gave Hangman a low blow, after the Cowboy had fended off Andrade. This was incredible, as the episode long forshadowing came to a head. This was a great way to take the show off the air.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite.

This was a steller edition of weekly TV, from the Steller in ring work, to some fantastic character development, that happened in the stunning Pearl At The Palms Casino And Resort in Las Vegas. As a massive UFC fan I was excited to see how Dynamite was going to look in this venue, and I was pleasantly pleased, because not only did the venue look great, but the Vegas fans were on one last night, in one of AEW's spiritual home states. AEW continues its strong form in early 2026, as the promotion heads into the build for Revolution.

This weeks AEW Dynamite is a solid 9/10.