Updated: Apr 7
Another Friday of AEW action featured a terrific tag team tilt between The Young Bucks and Aussie Open, more developments in the Women's Division, and Sammy Guevara vs. Action Andretti in the main event
Another Friday of AEW action featured a terrific tag team tilt between The Young Bucks and Aussie Open, more developments in the Women's Division, and Sammy Guevara vs. Action Andretti in the main event.
Rampage continues to be the fastest hour in pron wrestling today, and the show has certainly featured higher-quality matches as of late. While it will never be the same type of presentation as Dynamite, it holds up well as a complement to the flagship show. Considering their timeslot and the length of the program, they've seemingly found the right mix now between in-ring action and backstage segments.
This week was no different and was not short on great wrestling. The show started and ended with two high-octane showdowns, and everything in between was solid, as well.
Having said all that? Let's dive in a little bit deeper and take a look at three things that really stood out about this week's edition of AEW Rampage.
#1 - The Young Bucks battled a Team from The Land Down Under
Stepping away from Trios action, The Brothers Jackson were accompanied to ringside by Kenny Omega. They would be taking on the team of Aussie Open. And while it was evident that the homegrown heroes would prevail over these international interlopers, this match was a banger.
Both teams went much longer than fans could have expected, with the action spilling all over the place - which has become par for the course for any match involving The Young Bucks. However, they were able to contain it enough to tell a good story and the match really held your attention.
All the guys involved started off the show with a bang here. Mark Davis and Kyle Fletcher took one of the best teams in the world to the limit, and we will hopefully see more of them in the future.
It's become customary for Rampage to open up hot, and this was no exception. Despite the outcome being obvious, it was still enjoyable.
#2 - The Women Folk are angry, and they're about to do some scrappin'
With Saraya at ringside, Toni Storm defeated Willow Nightengale, but (as usual) it was what happened after the bout that really mattered. Ironically, AEW has some of the best female workers in the world, but roght now? It's all about storyline.
That specific story is the one currently unfolding between the AEW Originals and the Outside Invaders. The former WWE stars who have signed on with the promotion haven't been accepted too kindly by the old guard. Led by Britt Baker, the founding females are ready to defend their turf.