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Welcome to this week's preview of AEW Dynamite. We're heading towards the Fight For The Fallen special edition, and the show will emanate from the Bojangles Coliseum center in Charlotte.
Last week the company finished the Fyter Fest edition with a banger. Lance Archer captured the IWGP United States Championship from Jon Moxley in a Texas Deathmatch in what was deemed the most brutal match the company has produced this year. AEW President Tony Khan will be looking to deliver another thrilling episode this week as well.
Ahead of the show, several exciting matches, including another IWGP U.S. title defense, have already been announced.
That said, let's take a look at what to expect from this week's episode of AEW Dynamite.
#5 The Elite lock horns with Hangman Page and the Dark Order in a ten-man elimination match on AEW Dynamite
The upcoming Fight For The Fallen edition will feature an exciting 10-man elimination tag team match featuring The Elite led by AEW World Champion Kenny Omega, the Young Bucks, and the Good Brothers against Hangman Page and Dark Order.
The bout has an extra stipulation to it. If the babyface team wins, Hangman Page and the Dark Order will get shot at the AEW World and Tag Team titles, respectively. However, the loss will put Hangman Page and Dark Order back in line for title contention.
We all know the match between Hangman Page and Kenny Omega is the bigger picture here. The storyline between the two men is almost a year in the making. The company has portrayed a collective display of friendship, betrayal, drama, and durability in one single feud, which has probably never been done before in AEW's history.
The Anxious Millennial Cowboy has stayed away from the main event scene ever since The Cleaner rose to prominence.
The upcoming ten-man elimination match will open the door for Kenny Omega vs. Hangman Page marquee match.
Given the aspect of this storyline on paper, Hangman Page and Dark Order are likely to emerge victorious.
The bout is undoubtedly going to steal the show, considering the elimination stipulation always creates a level of suspense among the audience. It will be a nostalgic feel for die-hard wrestling fans, reflecting on the days of the Nexus vs. Team Cena match.
If The Elite ends up winning, it will be a huge storyline wreck. We have to wait and see how the storyline unfolds this week.
#4 Chris Jericho faces Nick Gage in a No Disqualification match on AEW Dynamite
All eyes will be on AEW star Chris Jericho this week as he faces Nick Gage in what could be the toughest match of his career. Surprisingly, he will be coming off into this match with his Painmaker persona, often considered the most gruesome under his umbrella.
The bout will be the second chapter of "Five Labors of Jericho," which Le Champion must overcome to earn a future match against MJF. Chris Jericho defeated Shawn Spears last week to move an inch closer towards his arch-rival.
Meanwhile, Nick Gage will be coming into this match from the dreadful loss he suffered to IMPACT Wrestling star Matt Cardona.
The loss must have halted his momentum, but the guy is known to be a death match wrestling legend for a reason. He's merciless when it comes to dismantling his opponent. Given that there is no Disqualification stipulation, Nick Gage will take the benefit out of it.
Fans can expect a bloodied match from both of these men. However, we'll still pick Chris Jericho to win this match. AEW star MJF will most likely reveal Jericho's third challenger this week.
#3 FTR faces Proud & Powerful on AEW Dynamite
In the upcoming Fight For The Fallen special episode of AEW Dynamite, FTR ( Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler) will lock horns with the Proud and Powerful (Santana & Ortiz).
This will be the first meeting between the two sides. Both teams were part of the long-running rivalry between the Inner Circle and the Pinnacle. Ever since the faction war turned into personal beef, both teams have been eyeing vengeance on each other.
Their storyline has been built portraying the sadistic side of FTR, who brutally assaulted legendary Konnan a few weeks on AEW Dynamite. While Santana and Ortiz responded in their own way, intimidating Tully Blanchard to send a bold message to his buddies.
With so much hype, it's a crying shame that the match isn't contested for the AEW Tag Team Championships.
Nor does it involve any high stakes. However, we believe that the winner of this match will automatically earn an opportunity to challenge for the tag team titles somewhere down the line.
Keeping the pros and cons apart, both teams will be coming up with all guns blazing to put each other down. Fans can expect a hard-hitting contest from these teams. It remains to be seen who will have the last laugh.
#2 Christian Cage and Jurassic Express faces Hardy Family Office on AEW Dynamite
A six-man tag team match pitting AEW stars Christian Cage, Jungle Boy, and Luchasaurus against Hardy Family Office (The Private Party and Angelico) will take place in the upcoming Fight For The Fallen episode of AEW Dynamite.
During night two of the Fyter Fest edition, Christian Cage defeated Matt Hardy in a singles feud. Everyone thought it would mark the end of the storyline between the two former WWE superstars.
However, Matt Hardy stated that he isn't finished until he gets his revenge from Christian Cage. The inclusion of the Jurassic Express and Hardy Family Office has ignited the rivalry. It will also provide some television time for the newcomers.
Although Matt Hardy won't be competing in the match, his presence alone at ringside will make things difficult for the babyface team to win the bout.
It looks like the company is planning to extend the feud between Matt Hardy and Christian Cage, so expect the Hardy Family Office to rule this week.
Matt Hardy could get his revenge from Cage by either costing him the match or assaulting him afterward. Regardless of what happens, there will be utter chaos in this match.
#1 Lance Archer defends his IWGP U.S. Championship against Hikuleo on AEW Dynamite
AEW star Lance Archer will defend his IWGP United States Championship against Hikuleo. The Murderhawk Monster defeated Jon Moxley last week in a Texas Deathmatch to capture the IWGP U.S. title.
Those who witnessed their match remained energetic throughout because of the brutality depicted. Following the bout, Bullet Club member Hikuleo confronted Lance Archer and made his intentions clear that he's gunning to take back NJPW's prestigious title.
For Archer, it will be a great opportunity for him to capitalize on the given opportunity. He has been held back on numerous occasions.
Hikuleo will be in for the biggest match of his career this week. Considering Lance Archer's current moment, he will most likely decimate his opponent this week.
We don't expect AEW star Lance Archer to lose his title in his first title defense. The size and strength of both men would give an exhilarating experience to fans in attendance. Both men will be out to display their impressive maneuvers in their arsenal.
It remains to be seen whether the company will have a swerve to play in this match or not.
