January Year One
Tonight we see the beginning of a new era in pro wrestling as AEW holds its first show, many eyes in the business will be watching to see if this is truly going to be something, or just a lot of hot air.
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Just hours before tonights show was set to go to air, AEW's latest signing Fandango put out a challenge to The Young Bucks, issuing a challenge to a tag team match tonight, The Bucks accepted and Fandango has said he will have a surprise partner for a one night match.
Also we will see two great Canadian superstars fight as Chris Jericho and Kenny Omega meet in the middle of the ring.
And finally, the first main event in AEW history will have Jon Moxley go one on one with Cody.
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Match #1
Young Bucks
VS
Fandango & Honky Tonk Man
Results: Matt Jackson Def Fandango Via Firebird Splash
Time: 18:52
Rating: 81%
The Bucks were surprised when Fandango revealed the legend that is Honky Tonk Man as his partner, and HTM showed he still has some of those old school tricks up his sleeve, however it was not enough to overcome the chemistry and athletic ability of the Bucks. Will we see Honky Tonk Man again? Who knows. And what is next in store for Fandango moving forward.
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Match #2
Chris Jericho
VS
Kenny Omega
Results: Omega Def Jericho Via Katayoku no Tenshi
Time: 10:50
Rating: 87%
A surprisingly dominant showing from Omega as he had control most of the match and won convincingly... are we seeing the end of Chris Jericho as one of the greats? Or will Jericho be back for revenge?
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Main Event
Jon Moxley
VS
Cody
Results: Cody Def Moxley Via Cross Rhodes
Time: 25:46
Rating: 100%
By far the most physical match of the night, seeing Cody busted open early and many thought he may have to throw in the towel. But, in the end he powered through and showed he has what it takes as he pulled off the win.
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A successful first night for AEW, several impressive performances in the ring, many fans already wondering what will be in store next show.
One thing AEW fans will not have to wait for is the newest person to join AEW, as at the end of their first show they announced the signing of one of the most athletic pro wrestlers in the world... Johnny Mundo