AEW Dynamite Results, Recap: July 2, 2025 – Okada Triumphs Over Ibushi, Omega Returns, Texas Death Match Set, and More
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AEW Dynamite celebrated its landmark 300th episode live from Ontario, California, with a night filled with intense confrontations, thrilling matches, and monumental announcements ahead of AEW All In: Texas.
Kazuchika Okada battled Kota Ibushi in an unforgettable main event, Kenny Omega made a dramatic return, and tensions escalated even further between Jon Moxley and Hangman Adam Page.
Below, find complete results and highlights from a night of non-stop AEW action.
Hangman Adam Page Issues Texas Death Match Challenge
AEW Dynamite kicked off with an intense and fiery segment featuring Hangman Adam Page, who took the mic to address his highly anticipated AEW World Championship match against Jon Moxley at All In.
"I've said plenty about how much this company and this championship mean to me," Hangman declared. "I would ride through death itself for this."
Page passionately affirmed his commitment to winning the title at All In, stating clearly, "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."
Confident and defiant, Hangman directly challenged Jon Moxley to escalate their battle to a brutal Texas Death Match.
Before long, Moxley emerged alongside Marina Shafir, calmly yet menacingly responding to Page's bold challenge. "You wanna put all your chips on the table—your life, your health, your career—in a Texas Death Match?" Moxley scoffed, ominously declaring Hangman was not prepared for what awaited him. "Texas Death is not something you would walk away from."
The tension exploded into violence when Hangman slapped Moxley, prompting an immediate physical response from the AEW World Champion. Page momentarily gained control, producing a fork as the crowd erupted, only for Wheeler Yuta and Claudio Castagnoli to storm the ring, ambushing Hangman.
Marina Shafir added insult to injury, slapping Hangman multiple times to no visible effect, as Page defiantly advanced towards her before Yuta tripped him, enabling Castagnoli to strike from behind. Despite being attacked from all sides, Hangman remained resilient, defiantly taunting Moxley: "Is that the best you've got? Sending your little neutered lap dog Claudio after me? Because bitch, I'm still standing."
This enraged Claudio, who attempted another attack but found himself blocked by Samoa Joe at ringside, who had backup in the form of Katsuyori Shibata and Powerhouse Hobbs. Amid the chaos, Shafir attempted to assault Hangman with the championship briefcase, only to have Page intercept and seize it from her.
Holding the case aloft, Hangman confidently reiterated his challenge: "If you're the champion you say you are, give me Texas Death!" Moxley, incensed and defiant, accepted, setting the stage for an explosive encounter at All In.
As the tension reached its apex, Hangman added a chilling demonstration of his resolve, hitting Marina Shafir with a devastating Buckshot Lariat, leaving a lasting message for Jon Moxley ahead of their brutal showdown.
AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Moné vs. Mina Shirakawa
Mina Shirakawa immediately went on the offensive, backing Moné into the corner with rapid strikes. Mercedes attempted to regroup outside the ring, but Mina pursued, leading to a heated exchange highlighted by Shirakawa's Lou Thesz Press into mounted punches. Moné quickly turned the tables, delivering her own mounted punches before sending Shirakawa crashing to the floor, taunting Women's World Champion Toni Storm at ringside.
Moné maintained control with a crossface, but Shirakawa countered brilliantly into a figure-four leglock and holding onto the hold even as Mercedes rolled to the floor. The fierce battle spilled to ringside, where Shirakawa executed a spectacular Tornado DDT from the ring steps. However, Mercedes regained momentum with a sharp kick followed by a crushing Meteora.
Inside the ring, the competitors traded vicious strikes. "Champion and challenger trading blows!" exclaimed Excalibur as the two warriors exchanged relentless elbows. Mercedes appeared dominant with a series of corner knees and running attacks but could only secure near falls.
Mina fought back by targeting Mercedes’ knee, delivering multiple dragon screws and locking in another punishing figure-four leglock. Climbing to the top rope, Shirakawa landed a stunning Sling Blade, but Moné somehow kicked out at the last possible second.
With victory nearly in hand, Shirakawa unleashed a sequence of powerful moves, hitting rolling elbows, a buzzsaw roundhouse kick, and an explosive spinning backfist. Finally, the Glamorous Driver connected, and Ian Riccaboni proclaimed, "We might have a new champion!" yet Moné shockingly lifted her shoulder just before the three-count.
Shirakawa went for a second Glamorous Driver, but Moné countered. After blocking Moné's attempt at the Moné Maker, Mina fought to cinch in another submission. Moné, however, expertly shifted her weight for the inside cradle to secure the pinfall victory and retain her TBS Championship.
Post-match chaos ensued as Moné attacked Shirakawa, prompting Toni Storm to intervene. Mercedes briefly retreated only to blindside Storm, laying her out with a vicious belt shot to the back of the head. To punctuate her disdain, Moné hurled champagne into Luther's face, leaving an unforgettable mark on the evening.
Young Bucks Return to Their Roots in Rancho Cucamonga
The Young Bucks—Matthew and Nicholas Jackson—as they returned to their roots in Rancho Cucamonga, California, in celebration of Dynamite's 300th episode.
The segment began with Matthew revealing a lavish surprise to Nicholas: a custom limousine, extravagantly decorated with Young Bucks graphics. "I went on a shopping spree with a company card," Matthew boasted, quickly correcting Nicholas’ astonishment by adding humorously, "Actually, I'll correct you there. I didn't buy us anything. Tony Khan did."
Inside the limo awaited another surprise: an assortment of Young Bucks sneakers. Nicholas, clearly impressed and amused, remarked, "The power we have, Matthew, it's incredible."
As they began their nostalgic drive through Rancho Cucamonga, the brothers reminisced fondly about their younger days. Matthew recalled a particularly vivid memory, laughingly reminding Nicholas, "You remember that one time you told the proctor to suck it, so you got written up for shoot—that happened!"
Later in their journey, Matthew quipped, "There's nothing like hopping in a stretch limousine and driving around your old poor community and just flaunting your wealth." The tour continued past their childhood home, prompting Nicholas to jokingly recall, "We had ghosts there."
4-Way Match for the #2 Spot in the Men’s Casino Gauntlet at All In: Texas — MJF vs. AR Fox vs. Brody King vs. Anthony Bowens
MJF began by attempting to bribe Brody King, who firmly rejected the offer, leading Friedman to strategically retreat to ringside and, eventually, the announce desk. Early dominance saw Brody King launch a powerful assault, driving both Bowens and Fox into the barricade and leveling Bowens with a massive chop. "Bowens just bounced off the barricades, so powerful," Excalibur exclaimed, capturing King's raw strength.
Momentum shifted when Brody executed a breathtaking suicide dive onto Bowens and Fox, only for MJF to try to capitalize by attacking King from behind with a steel chair. "MJF trying to steal the number two spot," noted Excalibur. Friedman’s advantage was short-lived, however, as King punched right through the chair into Max's face as the match then devolved into relentless exchanges of high-impact moves.
Brody King showcased his dominance again with a double lariat, dismantling both Fox and Bowens simultaneously. AR Fox fought back valiantly, landing a corkscrew brainbuster on MJF, though only managing a near fall. In a frantic sequence, Bowens connected with a rolling elbow, MJF executed a vicious hammerlock DDT, and Brody King responded with a brutal Ganso Bomb on Bowens. AR Fox desperately broke the pin, but MJF quickly seized his opportunity, locking Fox into the devastating Salt of the Earth submission, forcing an immediate tap out.
Following MJF's victory, Mark Briscoe made a spirited appearance, provocatively clad in a shirt mocking MJF. He declared directly to Friedman, "You have insured yourself an uninterrupted ass whooping," referencing their imminent clash as the first two entrants in the Men's Casino Gauntlet at AEW All In: Texas. Briscoe challenged Friedman to meet him face-to-face, unaccompanied by his Hurt Syndicate allies, for a "talkie-talk" next week on Dynamite, boldly taunting, "If you have a set of nuts next to your tiny, little pickle, I’ll see you next week."
The segment escalated dramatically when JetSpeed—Kevin Knight and "Speedball" Mike Bailey—stormed the stage, initiating a fiery confrontation with the Hurt Syndicate. Despite JetSpeed’s resilience, Lashley and Benjamin brutally targeted their existing injuries, culminating in a Dominator to Bailey and a powerbomb to Knight. "This is unconscionable violence," Ian Riccaboni declared. Nevertheless, the defiant Knight challenged Shelton Benjamin to a singles match at Collision, undeterred and resolute despite his compromised condition.
Heroes vs. Villains Trios Match: Young Bucks & Konosuke Takeshita vs. ROH World Champion Bandido & Paragon’s Roderick Strong and Kyle O’Reilly
This bout exploded into action immediately, with Takeshita showing dominance early against Bandido, leading to quick tags and high-paced exchanges, highlighted by Bandido’s corkscrew tope and Takeshita’s breathtaking Tope Con Giro.
Bandido delivered a devastating pop-up Ace Crusher on Nicholas Jackson. Strong entered like a house on fire, landing a massive Olympic Slam on Takeshita and a brutal capture backbreaker. Nicholas Jackson rallied with a dynamic series of strikes, including a bulldog-lariat combo, briefly reclaiming control. However, Kyle O'Reilly halted this surge with a fierce bodyscissors guillotine choke, nearly securing a submission victory.
The climax intensified as Bandido executed a jaw-dropping moonsault fallaway slam on Takeshita, nearly securing the win. The Bucks responded swiftly with a slingshot X-Factor and apron moonsault combination. The match’s dramatic apex saw Takeshita and the Bucks hit an extraordinary Wheelbarrow Indietaker, punctuated by a signature Superkick Party. Takeshita sealed the victory emphatically with the Raging Fire, pinning Kyle O'Reilly.
Post-match, tensions boiled over as Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland ambushed the victorious Bucks, demanding a definitive answer regarding their proposed match at AEW All In: Texas. Strickland clarified they had no interest in becoming EVPs, asserting, "There's only one person that runs this company and that is the chairman and CEO, Tony Khan."
Matthew Jackson promptly dismissed the stipulation, declaring, "We're EVPs. You aren't. You want an answer? Hell no!"
However, Ospreay revealed a tantalizing counter-offer: if the Bucks accepted and won, he and Swerve would not challenge for the world title for one full year. Despite initial hesitation from Swerve, Matthew Jackson affirmed confidently, "You got a deal, but you gotta get Swerve on the same page."
After tense consideration and counsel from Prince Nana, Strickland firmly responded, "You got a deal," officially setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown at AEW All In: Texas.
Heroes vs. Villains Tag Match: Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay vs. LFI’s Dralístico and The Beast Mortos
Just before the opening bell, Mortos and Dralístico attacked Strickland and Ospreay while they were still hashing out previous tensions. Despite the early ambush, Swerve and Ospreay regrouped, showcasing remarkable synergy with tandem high-flying attacks—"Swerve Strickland taking flight, as is Ospreay, opposite sides of the ring!" called Excalibur, setting the high-octane tone.
Throughout the contest, LFI displayed formidable teamwork, highlighted by Mortos landing a stunning tornillo dive. Post-commercial break, Ospreay rallied fiercely, lighting up Mortos with a series of impactful forearms, and executing a breathtaking Space Flying Tiger Drop to the outside.
Dralístico and Mortos nearly sealed the deal following a sharp spear from Mortos, but Strickland intervened to preserve his team’s chances. The match reached its apex with a visually spectacular finish: Ospreay hoisted Mortos for a Storm Breaker, flawlessly assisted by a devastating Swerve Stomp from Strickland.
In rapid succession, Dralístico suffered a punishing Styles Clash followed immediately by Strickland's precise House Call kick, prompting Excalibur to emphatically confirm, "House Call! 1, 2, 3!" sealing the victory for Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay.
Following their victory, Ospreay extended his hand towards Strickland as a gesture of unity. After a brief, tense hesitation, Strickland accepted, indicating burgeoning trust between the uneasy allies ahead of their critical match at AEW All In: Texas.
AEW Continental Champion Kazuchika Okada vs. Kota Ibushi
Tonight's AEW Dynamite main event delivered an unforgettable first-time-ever-inAEW matchup between Kota Ibushi and AEW Continental Champion Kazuchika Okada, reigniting their legendary rivalry.
The bout began cautiously with both competitors testing each other, highlighted by Okada’s calculated, yet disrespectful, "little paintbrush" slap, as noted by Excalibur. The action escalated rapidly, spilling outside where Ibushi executed a daring plancha, igniting the crowd's enthusiasm.
Throughout the contest, Okada methodically targeted Ibushi’s neck, exploiting his history of neck injuries with precision moves like a devastating DDT on the floor. Ibushi fought back resiliently, showcasing his agility with a standing moonsault and a powerful running knee, nearly securing victory.
Okada regained control, displaying dominance with a diving elbow drop and taunting Omega by replicating the manner in which he previously targeted Kenny. Ibushi valiantly retaliated with a series of sharp strikes, including a thunderous roundhouse kick that left Okada dazed.
The climax saw Ibushi execute a jaw-dropping Tiger Driver from the top rope, leaving fans and announcers alike astounded. "Oh my God, you've gotta be thinking, that’s it, and they kicked out," exclaimed Taz, emphasizing the incredible resilience displayed by Okada.
However, it was Okada’s legendary Rainmaker lariat that ultimately secured the victory, decisively pinning Ibushi to conclude an epic encounter.
Following the match, the Don Callis Family, including Lance Archer, Rocky Romero, and Don Callis himself, stormed the ring to further assault Ibushi. In a shocking turn, Kenny Omega made an explosive return, brandishing a steel chair to clear the ring and make the save. Trent Beretta attempted a sneak attack but was thwarted by Omega and Ibushi, culminating in a stunning German suplex and powerbomb combination.
Omega and Ibushi shared an emotional embrace in the ring, signaling the reunion of the iconic Golden Lovers and a strong message to Okada and the Don Callis Family ahead of AEW All In: Texas, where Omega and Okada will clash in a winner-take-all championship match.
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