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AEW Dynamite will kickstart 2022 with a bang as its flagship show premieres on the TBS network on Wednesday night. This week's episode will emanate from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Tony Khan has already lined up a pay-per-view-worthy match card, featuring a blockbuster rematch between 'Hangman' Adam Page and Bryan Danielson for the coveted AEW World Championship. Aside from this highly-anticipated match-up, multiple high-stakes bouts are also set to go down this week.
Knowing that it will be the beginning of a new era, it is safe to assume that AEW's head honcho could be hiding some big surprises up his sleeves. One should not forget that Mr. Khan is laser-focused in bolstering its roster. That said, it will be intriguing to see whether a top-notch name shows up this Wednesday or not.
Regardless of the speculation, let's quickly get down to five bold predictions that could assure Dynamite a no less than a star-studded show.
#5 Jon Moxley makes a stunning return to AEW programming
Those who haven't been keeping up with the news over the last few days would be delighted to hear that Jon Moxley will be making his return to in-ring action later this month.
The Death Rider will put his GCW World Championship on the line against Homicide at the upcoming Hammerstein Ballroom on January 23rd. Much to everyone's surprise, it seemed like Moxley's first appearance on a wrestling show since entering the alcohol treatment program wouldn't be happening in AEW.
However, as per Dave Meltzer's latest report, "There's no way Moxley's first appearance won't be on AEW television." This notable update may suggest that Mox's comeback is inevitable and could happen much sooner than anticipated.
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What better way would it be to kickoff 2022 than the shocking return of Jon Moxley this Wednesday night? Imagine Moxley kicking off the inaugural edition of Dynamite on the TBS premiere. The AEW universe will go into a frenzy after hearing the 'Wild Thing' theme song blaring on the speakers inside the arena.
Mox could make a buzzworthy announcement, possibly laying out a challenge to whoever wins the AEW World Championship later on in the night.
#4 Malakai Black introduces Brody King as his first addition to the House of Black faction on AEW Dynamite
Malakai Black will be in action on AEW Dynamite this week as he squares off against Brian Pillman Jr.. It's been quite a while since Black has teased the recruitment of members to his House of Black faction.
Malakai Black has made various teasers regarding new members of the House of Black, including a recent vignette and cryptic Instagram posts. Black's other half and reigning PWG World Tag Team Champion, Brody King, is speculated to potentially align with him on AEW television. In all likelihood, Black is almost certain to squash Pillman Jr. this week.
But since The Varsity Blondes have been riding high on revenge, they may attack Black after the match. That scenario could lead to Brody King's potential arrival to level the playing field. The intimidating duo of Black and King can embark on terrorizing the AEW tag team division.
#3 CM Punk confronts Wardlow on AEW Dynamite
Now that MJF and CM Punk are "no longer interested" in resuming their rivalry, The Straight Edge Superstar could initiate a new storyline with someone like Wardlow.
It is safe to assume that the company is prolonging the inevitable first-time-ever clash between Friedman and Punk. AEW could potentially be saving this monumental clash for the Revolution pay-per-view.
CM Punk would need a filler feud, and Wardlow is undeniably the best AEW option here. Mr. Mayhem is presently destroying everyone in his path, and he will continue to do so until Punk shows up on Wednesday night to confront him. An intense staredown between the two men would be enough to plant seeds for their potential feud.
Wardlow has received massive criticism over squashing a string of enhancement talent. Having him go up against Punk would not only solve underwhelming status, but it would also help him gain ample spotlight.
#2 Jade Cargill becomes first-ever AEW TBS Women's Champion
Jade Cargill and Ruby Soho will collide this week to determine the first-ever AEW TBS Women's Champion. Both women have displayed tremendous resiliency throughout the tournament.
As heartwarming as it would be to see fan-favorite Ruby Soho capture the title, the company could put the TBS Championship around Jade Cargill's waist.
Cargill is undefeated in the women's division, and the company seems laser-focused on propelling her into one of the top female wrestlers in the division. Cargill has more to lose than Soho from this match.
The latter has already gained prominence during her time in WWE, and she would be more suited to go after Dr. Britt Baker's title down the road. Meanwhile, it would be unwise to end Cargill's undefeated streak this early.
On a positive note, having Jade Cargill hold the TBS title would silence all recent critics aimed at AEW over 'diversity' issues.
#1 Bryan Danielson ends the fairytale run of Hangman Page by capturing AEW World Championship
Bryan Danielson dethroning Hangman Page for the AEW World Championship could make fans fume with rage, but it would lure more eyeballs to their product.
It's a sad reality that The Anxious Millennial Cowboy isn't as big a draw for the company yet. While he has all the potential to be a top guy, his resume is incomparable against someone like Danielson.
The former WWE Superstar has been doing some of the best character and in-ring work of his career since arriving at AEW. As the saying goes, strike while the iron is hot. The company may not want to drop the ball on Danielson, who can move the needle for the promotion.
Fans are also more intrigued when a babyface is chasing the title and not the other way around. WWE made headlines over the weekend by putting the world title around Brock Lesnar's waist. AEW could pull off a similar swerve by having a title change this Wednesday night.
Regardless of how Bryan vs. Page pans out, wrestling fans will be in for a treat to watch another stellar contest between the two men.
