During AEW Dynamite Spring BreakThru in Everett, Washington, significant moments were highlighted, including the crowning of a new champion. The event aired live on TBS and HBO Max, marking the one-year anniversary of AEW Dynamite, the longest-running primetime wrestling program on Turner Sports.
Darby Allin Becomes the New AEW World Champion
In a thrilling main event, Darby Allin faced MJF, the reigning AEW World Champion. The match concluded dramatically when Allin used his signature moves: a Scorpion Death Drop followed by four Coffin Drops, ultimately securing the pin after executing a headlock takeover. This victory crowned him the new AEW World Champion.
Sting’s Surprise Return
Ahead of the match, wrestling legend Sting made a surprise appearance, offering encouragement to Allin. After Allin’s victory, Sting celebrated with him and the rest of the locker room, culminating a momentous night.
AEW Championship Match Highlights
- Match Outcome: Darby Allin defeated MJF
- Key Moves: Scorpion Death Drop, four Coffin Drops
- Special Guest: Sting appeared to support Allin
Additional Championship Matches
The night featured other championship matches that added to the excitement:
- TBS Championship: Willow Nightingale retained the title against Kamille despite a shoulder injury.
- TNT Championship: Kevin Knight successfully defended his title against Claudio Castagnoli.
Other Key Events
Throughout the show, various rivalries continued to develop:
- Will Ospreay overcame Hechicero but was attacked post-match by Mark Davis.
- Chris Jericho faced a 3-on-1 assault from The Demand, adding tension to his ongoing storyline.
- AEW Women’s Champion Thekla announced her upcoming title defense against NJPW Strong Women’s Champion Alex Windsor.
This edition of Dynamite Spring BreakThru solidified its importance in AEW history, providing fans with unexpected twists and high-stakes matches. The show’s success reaffirms AEW’s position as a leading force in professional wrestling.
