‘AEW: Fyter Fest’ Review (June 4th 2025)
Welcome to this week’s review of AEW: Dynamite, which was a HUGE four-hour Fyter Fest special, combining both Dynamite AND Collision and broadcast live from the Mission Ballroom in Denver, Colorado… With that, let’s get straight into the review!
Match #1: Jon Moxley def. Mark Briscoe
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Both competitors started aggressively, with Briscoe immediately employing his signature “Redneck Kung Fu,” raining blows onto Moxley and delivering a punishing series of strikes. Briscoe showcased agility and precision, notably executing a sharp baseball-slide uppercut and a scissor kick through the ropes to send Moxley reeling to the outside. The match momentum swung significantly due to interference by Wheeler Yuta, who distracted the referee allowing Moxley to send Briscoe face-first into the steel ring post, opening a nasty gash. Moxley exploited this injury ruthlessly, using sharp elbow strikes to widen the cut further. Briscoe battled valiantly, mounting a thrilling comeback highlighted by his “Froggy Bow” attempt aimed right at Moxley’s groin, but Moxley countered effectively by locking in a submission. Briscoe desperately fought back and finally delivered his devastating finishing move, the “Jay Driller,” but astonishingly, Moxley became the first in AEW to kick out of the maneuver. Attempting a rare “Cutthroat Driver,” Briscoe was stopped again by Moxley, who swiftly countered, ultimately seizing control with a brutal spike to Briscoe’s head. Moxley then decisively locked in the “Bulldog Choke,” transitioning briefly before reapplying and maintaining relentless pressure. The referee, seeing Briscoe unable to respond, called for a stoppage, awarding the victory to Moxley by referee stoppage due to the Bulldog Choke.
My Score: 3.5 out of 5
Match #2: Toni Storm & Mina Shirakawa def. Julia Hart & Skye Blue
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The bout began swiftly, with Shirakawa executing a sharp elbow strike followed by a crisp wraparound kick to Skye Blue. Storm and Shirakawa quickly displayed synergy, using tandem offense including a coordinated back elbow and splash combination. Blue showed resilience, escaping a “Glamorous Driver” attempt from Shirakawa with agility. Julia Hart and Skye Blue took control by isolating Shirakawa effectively. Hart’s agile assault included a running back elbow and skillful manipulation of the ropes. Together, Hart and Blue demonstrated precise teamwork, notably landing a devastating double-team maneuver that left Shirakawa dazed. Throughout the match, Mercedes Moné remained an interested observer, seemingly unimpressed initially, absorbed by her ringside luxuries. However, her demeanor shifted slightly when Storm faced adversity. Moné noticeably smiled, amused at Storm’s struggle, highlighting her mental advantage heading into their upcoming clash at All In Texas. In a pivotal moment, Shirakawa fought back with a dynamic aerial move resembling a Sling Blade from the top rope, finally enabling a crucial tag to Storm. The champion immediately changed the bout’s momentum, unleashing powerful offense, including an explosive shotgun dropkick and a commanding hip attack to regain control. The match culminated dramatically when Storm executed a punishing German suplex, further weakening Skye Blue. She quickly transitioned into her decisive TCM chicken wing submission hold. Blue faded quickly, leaving the referee no choice but to declare Storm and Shirakawa victorious via submission.
My Score: 3.5 out of 5
Match #3: Komander, Speedball Bailey & Kevin Knight def. LFI (Rush, Dralístico & The Beast Mortos)
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The highly anticipated AEW Fyter Fest trios match began chaotically, with La Facción Ingobernable (RUSH, Dralístico, and The Beast Mortos) quickly asserting dominance. Early in the contest, Komander was violently driven skull-first into the steel ring steps, while RUSH relentlessly punished Kevin Knight, repeatedly slamming him headfirst into the announce desk.v Despite this early dominance by LFI, the resilient team of Komander, Speedball Mike Bailey, and Kevin Knight (collectively referred to by commentators as “Jet Speed”) fought back impressively. Knight, fresh from an intense competition tour in Japan, demonstrated his tenacity with an impactful arm drag on RUSH, while Bailey followed up with a precise dropkick to RUSH’s head. LFI utilized their aggressive, rule-breaking tactics, highlighted by Mortos forcefully hurling Bailey onto his teammates at ringside. Dralístico displayed his athleticism with a snapmare and powerful dropkick, while Mortos delivered punishing offense, including a potent elbow drop from the top rope. A turning point came when Komander tagged in, executing a breathtaking assisted DDT from the shoulders of Knight and Bailey onto Dralístico. Komander continued his momentum, landing a spectacular Moonsault Press for a close two-count. Later, Kevin Knight showcased impressive strength, countering RUSH’s offense into a devastating backbreaker. The frenetic pace escalated as all competitors exchanged high-impact moves. LFI nearly secured victory with a tandem attack: Dralístico hitting a precision diving double stomp, RUSH landing a German Suplex, and Mortos delivering a thunderous Samoan Drop, yet Knight heroically broke up the pinfall. In the climactic moments, Bailey connected with a full-extension Thrust Kick, stunning Mortos. Knight and Bailey then perfectly executed a tandem maneuver, setting up Komander for a dazzling dive to the outside, effectively neutralizing RUSH and Dralístico. This allowed Kevin Knight to secure victory decisively, landing his signature UFO (Unidentified Flying Opponent) on The Beast Mortos for the pinfall victory.
My Score: 4 out of 5
Match #4: Open Challenge – Powerhouse Hobbs def. Max Caster
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Caster was blindsided when Powerhouse Hobbs surprisingly appeared from behind rather than through the entrance ramp, catching Max unprepared. Hobbs, dressed casually yet imposing, immediately attacked, quickly overwhelming Caster. After absorbing minimal offense—including an ineffective eye poke and a thwarted double jump axe-handle attempt by Caster—Hobbs crushed Caster with a bone-jarring side slam for an emphatic victory with significant time remaining.
My Score: 0 out of 5
Match #5: AEW International Championship 4-Way Match – Kenny Omega def. Brodie King, Claudio Castagnoli, and Mascara Dorada
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AEW Fyter Fest showcased an intense 4-Way battle for Kenny Omega’s AEW International Championship. Competing alongside Omega were powerhouse Brody King, luchador sensation Mascara Dorada, and skilled technician Claudio Castagnoli. The action ignited swiftly, with Castagnoli immediately blindsiding Omega. Brody King asserted dominance early with fierce strikes and explosive power, including a thunderous sandwich collision crushing both Dorada and Castagnoli simultaneously into the corner. Mascara Dorada demonstrated dazzling agility, soaring over the ropes with a breathtaking Tope con Giro to flatten opponents outside. Omega showed his grit by delivering precise, impactful Snapdragon suplexes, astonishingly lifting and throwing even the massive Brody King. Amidst the chaos, Claudio Castagnoli aggressively targeted Omega’s weakened midsection, a known vulnerability following Omega’s health struggles. Castagnoli executed a debilitating Gutwrench Rib Breaker, continually assaulting Omega’s abdomen to exacerbate lingering injuries. In the match’s frantic climax, Dorada shined spectacularly, executing a mesmerizing Shooting Star Press outside the ring. Back inside, Dorada attempted his finishing Dorada Screwdriver on Omega, nearly clinching victory. Castagnoli persistently attacked with powerful European uppercuts and a devastating Neutralizer on Brody King, narrowly missing championship glory due to Omega’s timely intervention. Ultimately, Kenny Omega seized victory, hitting Mascara Dorada decisively with the One-Winged Angel for the pinfall, successfully retaining the AEW International Championship in this fiercely contested match.
My Score: 4.5 out of 5
Match #6: Will Ospreay def. Lio Rush
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AEW Fyter Fest delivered a high-paced contest between Will Ospreay and Lio Rush, a match set in motion by Rush and Action Andretti’s earlier interruption. Rush showed early arrogance and remarkable quickness, immediately setting the tone. The match swung dynamically, showcasing Rush’s spectacular offense, notably his precision Tope Suicida, likened by Nigel to “a missile between the lower and middle ropes.” Rush further impressed with a stunning Poison Rana from the ropes and a sharp flying Frog Splash for a near fall, nearly stunning everyone in attendance. Ospreay rallied back, exhibiting his renowned agility with a “Sky Twister Kick,” and a punishing OsCutter that almost sealed the victory. However, interference from Action Andretti briefly hindered Ospreay’s momentum, though he quickly regained control by executing a gravity-defying dive onto both Andretti and Rush outside. The thrilling bout concluded dramatically as Ospreay countered Rush’s attempted use of a chain, quickly capitalizing with a pinfall to secure the win.
My Score: 3.5 out of 5
Match #7: FTR def. Atlantis Jr. & Templario
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Early on, Atlantis Jr. and Templario showcased impressive teamwork and agility, delivering synchronized thrust kicks and tandem offense, highlighted by a remarkable sequence of Tope Suicidas onto FTR at ringside. FTR soon shifted momentum, employing their classic methodical style to isolate Templario. Cash Wheeler executed a precise Powerbomb on Templario for a close two-count. Despite facing fierce adversity, Templario fought valiantly, impressively countering with a high-impact Shotgun Dropkick. In the thrilling climax, multiple near-falls had fans captivated. Atlantis Jr. and Templario nearly secured victory following an explosive tandem Cutter. However, the turning point came as Atlantis Jr. was brutally sent to the floor by Harwood, leaving Templario vulnerable. FTR quickly capitalized, executing their signature finishing move, the devastating Shatter Machine, to pin Templario and secure the victory.
My Score: 4 out of 5
Match #8: Protoshita (Kyle Fletcher & Konosuke Takeshita) and Hechicero def. Los Outrunners (Turbo Floyd & Truth Magnum) and Bandido
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AEW Fyter Fest featured a high-energy Trios contest as Kyle Fletcher, Konosuke Takeshita, and Hechicero (representing the Don Callis Family) faced off against the vibrant trio of Los Outrunners (Truth Magnum & Turbo Floyd) and Bandido. Early exchanges saw Bandido execute an impressive Tijeras Takedown on Hechicero, showcasing his renowned agility. However, Hechicero answered with a mesmerizing submission-style offense, notably attempting a precise cross armbreaker. Mid-match momentum swung with thrilling aerial maneuvers. Turbo Floyd executed a spectacular top-rope walking dive onto opponents at ringside. Bandido and Los Outrunners briefly dominated with double-team attacks, highlighted by Bandido’s swift Frog Splash that nearly secured a victory. The intense closing moments saw rapid exchanges and near falls. Kyle Fletcher dramatically countered Bandido with a pinpoint-accurate kick to the back of the head, decisively shifting the match. Fletcher then executed his punishing Brainbuster to pin Bandido and secure a significant win for his team.
My Score: 4 out of 5
Match #9: ROH World Television Title Match – Nick Wayne def. Sammy Guevara, Lee Johnson, and AR Fox
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AEW Fyter Fest delivered a fast-paced, action-packed 4-Way match for the Ring of Honor World Television Championship, featuring champion Nick Wayne defending against Sammy Guevara, Lee Johnson, and AR Fox. The contest was filled with impressive aerial offense, including AR Fox’s remarkable dive to the outside, described by Tony Schiavone as “unbelievable hang time.” Sammy Guevara responded with consecutive dives, displaying his athleticism through a battering ram-like dive onto Fox. Lee Johnson showcased remarkable agility, hitting a fluid dive onto his opponents, while later delivering a sharp DDT from the ropes to AR Fox. Fox continued to impress, performing a swift dragon suplex and a dynamic sequence of high-risk aerial attacks. The pivotal moment came when AR Fox ascended to the top rope, preparing for a decisive aerial move. However, Christian Cage and Nick Wayne’s mother distracted Fox, allowing Nick Wayne to capitalize. Wayne quickly delivered a precise spin kick to Fox’s head from the top rope, stunning him. Wayne then decisively executed the Pain Driver, securing the pinfall and successfully retaining his ROH World Television Championship.
My Score: 4 out of 5
Match #10: Thekla def. Lady Frost
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AEW Fyter Fest saw the highly anticipated AEW debut of “The Toxic Spider” Thekla as she faced off against the skilled Lady Frost. From the opening bell, Thekla showed aggressive intensity, immediately taking control with a swift kick to Frost’s head and innovative offense, described by Tony Schiavone as “lying in a web” when she cleverly avoided Frost by hanging in the ropes. Lady Frost attempted a comeback with strong forearm shots, but Thekla quickly regained dominance. She secured her finishing submission hold, the Death Trap, forcing Lady Frost to submit and securing a decisive victory in her AEW debut.
My Score: 0 out of 5
Match #11: Daniel Garcia and Paragon (Adam Cole, Kyle O’Reilly, Roderick Strong) def. Don Callis Family (Lance Archer, Josh Alexander, Trent Beretta & Rocky Romero)
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AEW Fyter Fest culminated in a chaotic and explosive eight-man tag team main event featuring Don Callis Family members Lance Archer, Josh Alexander, Trent Beretta, and Rocky Romero clashing against Daniel Garcia and Paragon, consisting of Adam Cole, Kyle O’Reilly, and Roderick Strong. The action was intense from the opening moments. Kyle O’Reilly and Roderick Strong combined forces for precise double-team moves, showcasing their cohesive teamwork. Trent Beretta executed a powerful Death Valley Driver, asserting temporary dominance. Lance Archer, a powerhouse presence throughout, showcased his brute strength, flattening opponents with impactful blows. Josh Alexander, praised by commentators for his technical mastery, delivered effective offense, including hard-hitting strikes and suplexes. Adam Cole ignited the crowd by hitting high-impact maneuvers, including a crisp Panama Sunrise on Alexander for a near fall. The finish unfolded dramatically as Cole attempted another Panama Sunrise on Trent Beretta, who countered. However, amid a chaotic exchange, Cole regained momentum, hitting Rocky Romero with the decisive The Boom knee strike to secure the pinfall victory for his team.
My Score: 3.5 out of 5
Final Verdict: 4.25/5
AEW Dynamite: Fyter Fest 2025 was an absolutely electric night of wrestling, packed with surprises, incredible matches, and major momentum heading into All In Texas. From start to finish, the four-hour extravaganza never let up. Kenny Omega successfully defended his AEW International Championship in a thrilling four-way match against Brody King, Claudio Castagnoli, and Máscara Dorada. Then came the bombshell announcement: Omega vs. Okada, title for title, is happening at All In! Jon Moxley brought the violence in a brutal fight against Mark Briscoe, and Will Ospreay dazzled in his match with Lio Rush, with Adam Page backing him up. In the women’s division, Thekla impressed in her debut by submitting Lady Frost in a well-plotted squash match before Queen Aminata stepped up to challenge her. This was AEW at its finest – an explosive blend of action, emotion, and hype. Fyter Fest 2025 delivered in every possible way and left me buzzing for what’s next.
