It’s been two years since AEW Dynamite last paid a visit to New Orleans, but that changes tonight. UNO Lakefront Arena, which we assume is actually right by a lake, is set to light the fuse.
Jeff Hardy vs. Jon Moxley, first time ever
When The Hardys mentioned a few weeks ago that they’d prefer to be used differently, Tony Khan apparently took notice … for Jeff Hardy, anyway. He’s been more active on TV as of late, and he’s in for it tonight as he has his first ever singles match against Jon Moxley.
AEW has noted that with the wrestler rankings returning soon, this would be a big win for Mox. We’d argue it would have a bigger impact on him if he lost, but either way, you’d assume he comes out of this with a dub and is high up on said rankings early on.
What opponent will Hangman choose for Swerve?
Hangman Adam Page and Swerve Strickland can’t seem to let go of the beef they have with each other, and AEW is helpfully facilitating its continuation by allowing them to pick the other’s opponent in a pair of Dealer’s Choice matches on Dynamite.
Since Swerve rolls with a crew, it’s only natural he selected a member of the Mogul Embassy, Gates of Agony’s Toa Liona, to face Hangman. But Page is a more solitary type these days, so who will he tap to step in against Swerve? We’ll have to wait to find out.
Can the Virtuosa keep conducting victories?
It’s obvious by now that Toni Storm perceives Deonna Purrazzo as a threat, even in her eccentric state. The question is whether anything can stop Purrazzo before she gets a title shot, whether Storm likes it or not.
So far no one has been able to defeat Purrazzo, and while Taya Valkyrie figures to be her biggest test since joining AEW, the chances are high that Storm will be on guest commentary again watching Purrazzo’s hand get raised, maybe she’ll think of something to change the script.
Also advertised for tonight’s Dynamite from New Orleans:
- Chris Jericho battles Kyle Fletcher in his latest showdown with a member of The Don Callis Family
AEW Dynamite hits the airwaves at 8 p.m. ET on TBS, and we’ll be set with live results and updates all throughout the show.