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This week's AEW Dynamite aired immediately after an enjoyable edition of Friday Night SmackDown, so Tony Khan's promotion had to maintain the momentum throughout its two-hour Dynamite broadcast.
Fortunately for viewers, AEW delivered a fun go-home show before Sunday's Double or Nothing pay-per-view. And thanks to a hot crowd in Daily's Place, even the weaker segments didn't bring down the episode's quality to a huge extent.
Which show did you like better this week, AEW Dynamite or WWE SmackDown? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
Here are the five biggest news stories from AEW Dynamite (May 28, 2021).
#5 The Pinnacle laid a huge trap for The Inner Circle ahead of AEW Double or Nothing
Eric Bischoff resurfaced on AEW television this week to host a celebration of The Inner Circle's best moments.
Chris Jericho and the rest of his crew acknowledged the fact that they could very well split up after Double or Nothing. The Inner Circle can't afford to lose against The Pinnacle during Sunday's Stadium Stampede match, as they would have to disband for good if that is the case.
Jericho encapsulated his thoughts heading into the pay-per-view with an emotional promo:
“When I met these guys, it just felt right. I felt like we were Guns ‘N Roses in 1987. We only cared about putting on the best performances night after night after night. And that hasn’t changed. At Stadium Stampede on Sunday, if we lose, we are going down in a blaze of glory. But if this is our last time together, I just want to say one thing to these guys—I love you,” said Jericho.
As The Inner Circle hoped to end the episode on a heartfelt note, MJF ruined the moment and revealed that The Pinnacle had kidnapped Jericho's longtime wrestling friend, Dean Malenko.
The Inner Circle fell for MJF's trap, as Jericho and his allies were ambushed in their pursuits to rescue Malenko.
The brawl spilled over into the stadium, where their clash on Sunday will presumably take place. As FTR spiked Santana and Ortiz through the tables with a dangerous piledriver combo, The Pinnacle stood dominant at the end of the episode.
Given that the heels have greater momentum heading into Double or Nothing, The Inner Circle will likely overcome their relatively major hurdles to win the Stadium Stampede match.
#4 AEW's Jade Cargill has signed with new manager Mark Sterling
Thus far, AEW has presented Jade Cargill as an indomitable force on television. The AEW star had been looking for a new manager, and this week, she finally moved forward with Mark Sterling as her partner.
For those unaware, Sterling was featured as MJF's infamous lawyer on AEW Dynamite last year. He had approached Jade Cargill about managing her in the past, and now that the manager-wrestler duo is official, he only gets paid if Cargill wins during her matches.
This week, she issued an open challenge, which was accepted by KiLynn King. As expected, Cargill picked up another victory and maintained her undefeated streak in AEW.
The AEW Women's Division is heating up, as Hikaru Shida was honored with a brand-new women's title belt this week. On Sunday, however, Dr. Britt Baker may dethrone her from the top of the mountain.
AEW's booking of Jade Cargill has indicated that she will also enter the top title picture at some point. Cargill's dominance in the women's division remains unparalleled, and whoever feuds with her next will likely meet the same fate as KiLynn King.
#3 Hangman Page called out Brian Cage's affiliation with AEW's Team Taz in a heated face-off
Hangman Page and Brian Cage are set to fight in a singles match at AEW Double or Nothing. Before Sunday's event, Page wrestled Joey Janela on AEW Dynamite.
At one point during the match, Janela delivered a stiff shot to his opponent, as the latter subsequently bled on live television. Page eventually managed to pick up the win, but Team Taz wasn't done with him after the match.
Ahead of Double or Nothing, Taz introduced Brian Cage to everyone in Daily's Place. However, Hangman Page tested the FTW Champion's patience by encouraging him to stop relying on Team Taz's help.
Cage, who hasn't exactly been all-in with Team Taz since AEW Revolution, took offense to his upcoming opponent's claim and vowed to destroy him at Sunday's pay-per-view.
Hangman Page's bloody face served as a fitting visual to set up their Double or Nothing bout, which will likely be an intense back-and-forth affair between both competitors.
Who do you think will walk out as the winner from Hangman Page vs. Brian Cage?
#2 Lance Archer dominated Miro ahead of AEW Double or Nothing
Miro's monster heel approach has finally started working, judging by the live crowd's intense reaction to the AEW TNT Champion this week.
Hours before AEW Double or Nothing, The Best Man defended his title against Top Flight's 20-year-old star, Dante Martin. The young talent didn't stand a chance against Miro, and the latter's Game Over submission forced him to eventually tap out.
But the night wasn't over for Miro, as Lance Archer and Jake Roberts showed up to address the TNT title match at Double or Nothing. The manager-wrestler combo was sick and tired of Miro's bullying, which is why Roberts finally unleashed Archer onto the TNT Champion.
He got the better of Miro, and several referees had to separate the two heavyweights from taking any drastic steps.
As teased by Lance Archer in a recent interview, fans can expect his Double or Nothing match against Miro to be a highly athletic affair. Although the champion is favored to retain in this case, Archer's performance could potentially steal the show.
#1 Orange Cassidy looked strong ahead of his AEW World Championship match
Kenny Omega is set to defend the AEW World Championship in a three-way match against PAC and Orange Cassidy at Double or Nothing. This week, PAC wanted to make a defiant statement ahead of the pay-per-view. However, he emerged on the losing end of a scuffle involving his upcoming opponents.
As Kenny Omega was about to attack PAC with a One-Winged Angel, Cassidy entered the frame, handing an envelope to the AEW World Champion. The envelope contained a contract that Omega and Don Callis offered to manipulate him last week, except it had been shredded.
The situation didn't improve for either PAC or Omega, as Cassidy put them down with two Orange Punches and then proceeded to hold the AEW World Championship at the end of the segment.
Although Orange Cassidy looked strong in this encounter, Kenny Omega will likely retain his world title. After all, Omega's status as the world's top belt collector would be in jeopardy if he lost his own promotion's world title at this point.
A three-way match might allow him to win via some shenanigans, which, at the same time, could protect Cassidy and PAC's onscreen credibilities.
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