Kenny Omega vs. Brian Cage
- Result: Kenny Omega wins via One Winged Angel after a hard-fought match.
- Match Highlights: The match began with Cage taking control, throwing Omega into the barricades and the commentary desk. Omega battled back with his signature moves, including a V-Trigger and Snap Dragon Suplex. Cage kicked out several times, making Omega work for the victory. Post-match, Kyle Fletcher and Lance Archer attacked Omega, leading to a save from Will Ospreay. A confrontation between Omega, Ospreay, and Fletcher ensued, setting up future matchups.
2. The Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and MVP) vs. Private Party (Mark Briscoe, Isaiah Kassidy, and Marq Quen)
- Result: The Hurt Syndicate wins after Shelton Benjamin pins Marq Quen.
- Match Highlights: The Hurt Syndicate dominated most of the match, with Lashley and Benjamin showing off their power. Private Party got in some offense with quick double-team moves, but Lashley and Benjamin ended the match with their signature moves. The match was fast-paced, with Private Party attempting several comebacks but ultimately falling short.
3. MJF and Jeff Jarrett Promo Battle
- Result: Jeff Jarrett attacks MJF after the heated exchange.
- Highlights: MJF mocked Jarrett’s legacy, calling him a “pro wrestling grim reaper,” and referenced his past. Jarrett, angered by the insults, attacked MJF. The back-and-forth promo saw MJF take jabs at Jarrett’s past demons, including his relationship with Owen Hart. The segment ended with Jarrett assaulting MJF, prompting Karen Jarrett to intervene and break up the fight.
4. Christian Cage vs. HOOK
- Result: Christian Cage wins by disqualification after interference from Nick Wayne and Kip Sabian.
- Match Highlights: The match was a physical brawl, with HOOK and Cage exchanging brutal moves. HOOK had the upper hand until interference from Sabian and Wayne led to a disqualification. After the match, The Patriarchy continued to beat down HOOK, but Samoa Joe made his return to AEW, clearing the ring and standing tall to save HOOK.
5. Ricochet vs. Swerve Strickland
- Result: Swerve Strickland attacks Ricochet with a chair, causing him to retreat.
- Highlights: Strickland made a statement after Ricochet’s loss in the previous week’s Casino Gauntlet Match. Ricochet was ambushed by Strickland, who used a chair to attack him, forcing Ricochet to retreat.
Final Thoughts:
- The night featured strong performances, with Kenny Omega looking dominant in his return against Brian Cage.
- The MVP return did not live up to the hype, and MJF vs. Jeff Jarrett felt awkward at times.
- The return of Samoa Joe was a big moment, and the ongoing rivalry between HOOK and Christian Cage continues to heat up.