AEW Dynamite's 300th episode from Ontario, California, delivered a night of unforgettable moments, setting the stage for AEW All In: Texas. The show featured a main event clash between Kazuchika Okada and Kota Ibushi, the return of Kenny Omega, and a Texas Death Match challenge issued by Hangman Adam Page to Jon Moxley.
Okada Triumphs Over Ibushi in Epic Main Event
The main event saw Kazuchika Okada defeat Kota Ibushi in a highly anticipated match. This marked their first encounter since the G1 Climax 31 finals in 2021. Okada emerged victorious, adding another chapter to their storied rivalry.
Kenny Omega Returns to AEW Dynamite
Kenny Omega made a dramatic return to AEW Dynamite, much to the delight of the fans. His return adds another layer of excitement to the upcoming AEW All In: Texas event. Details surrounding his return and future plans remain to be seen.
Hangman Adam Page Challenges Jon Moxley to Texas Death Match
Hangman Adam Page confronted Jon Moxley, expressing his determination to win the AEW World Championship at All In. He declared his willingness to endure extreme measures to achieve his goal, stating, "You can wrap a chain around my neck and hang me from the sky, but you would have to kill me before I let this chance pass me by." Page then challenged Moxley to a brutal Texas Death Match, which Moxley accepted after some taunting and physical escalation. The match promises to be a violent and intense affair.
Other Key Matches and Moments
- Mercedes Moné defended the TBS Championship against Mina Shirakawa.
- MJF competed against AR Fox, Brody King, and Anthony Bowens in a 4-Way Match for the #2 Spot in the Men’s Casino Gauntlet at All In.
- Heroes vs. Villains Trios Match: Young Bucks & Konosuke Takeshita vs. ROH World Champion Bandido & Paragon’s Roderick Strong and Kyle O’Reilly.
- Heroes vs. Villains Tag Match: Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay vs. LFI’s Dralístico and The Beast Mortos.
AEW Dynamite Viewership Numbers
The July 2nd episode of AEW Dynamite drew 584,000 viewers with a 0.16 rating in the P18-49 demographic. This marks the lowest total viewership since May 21, 2025, and represents a decrease compared to previous weeks and the same period last year.