January 14, 2026 – Excalibur, Tony Schiavone, and bryan Danielson kicked off AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage, setting the stage for a night of intense action. The show opened with a video highlighting the burgeoning alliance between Samoa Joe and Bryan Keith, foreshadowing potential challenges to come.
The atmosphere was electric as Darby Allin made his entrance, accompanied by the Death Riders, with PAC issuing a stern warning to those not directly involved in the upcoming contest.
Darby Allin Defeats PAC in a Brutal Encounter
The match between Darby Allin and PAC was a chaotic brawl that spilled out into the crowd early on. Allin initiated the conflict with a crossbody, and the two competitors exchanged blows amidst the fans. Allin’s aggressive tactics included raking PAC’s face across the railing and a daring Coffin Drop from a balcony.
The fight continued ringside, with PAC gaining the upper hand momentarily, delivering a German suplex and utilizing the ring steps as weapons. Once back in the ring, PAC unleashed a lariat and attempted a pin, but Allin proved resilient. The match saw both competitors trade near falls, with PAC employing a Northern Lights suplex and Allin responding with a springboard Coffin Drop.
The intensity escalated after a break, with PAC and Allin battling on the ropes and delivering impactful maneuvers. PAC’s Razor’s Edge sent Allin crashing onto the entrance ramp, but Allin narrowly avoided a count-out. A series of Coffin Drops from Allin, both in and outside the ring, demonstrated his determination. A controversial moment occurred when Allin inadvertently struck the referee, leading to a Scorpion Deathlock attempt. The interference of Wheeler Yuta with a chair backfired as Allin swiftly neutralized the threat.
Ultimately, Allin secured the victory with a Scorpion Death Drop, followed by a strategic application of the Scorpion Deathlock, forcing PAC to tap out. Following the match, medical personnel, Yuta, and Marina Shafir attended to PAC’s injured ankle.
“Hangman” Adam Page Overcomes Bryan Keith with Swerve Strickland’s Assistance
The next contest pitted “Hangman” Adam Page against Bryan Keith, with Big Bill looming at Keith’s side.Page started strong, unleashing a flurry of right hands, but Keith quickly retaliated. The match featured a fast-paced exchange, with Page executing a crossbody over the top rope and a staredown with Big Bill. Keith attempted to gain an advantage by raking Page’s eyes.
Page continued to fight back, delivering chops and attempting a Buckshot Lariat, but Big Bill’s interference nearly cost him the match. In a surprising turn of events, Swerve Strickland intervened, attacking Big Bill with a chain while the referee was distracted, allowing Page to capitalize and deliver a decisive Buckshot Lariat for the win.
Kenny Omega’s Return and Championship Aspirations
Following his victory, Page issued a challenge to Samoa Joe, promising to take everything from him. Swerve Strickland echoed this sentiment, declaring his intention to team up with Page to dismantle Joe. This prompted the arrival of Kenny Omega,who expressed his own interest in the AEW World Championship. Omega stated his desire to prove himself and embark on a quest to reclaim the title, acknowledging the need for victories to earn a championship opportunity.
The Don Callis Family, led by don callis and featuring Josh Alexander, Rocky Romero, and Lance Archer, then entered the fray. Callis challenged Omega to a match against Alexander, citing Alexander’s past victory over Kota Ibushi. Omega accepted the challenge, but Callis postponed the match to the following week, asserting his control over the situation.
A brief but impactful segment saw Brody King throw Jon cruz into the ringside area, setting up a future confrontation.
Brody King Issues a Challenge to Bandido
Brody King quickly dispatched Jon Cruz with a piledriver, then issued a direct challenge to Bandido, urging him to wager against MJF.
The Don Callis Family Earns a Tag Team Title shot in a Chaotic Four-Way Match
The main event of the night was a high-octane four-way match for the number one contendership to the AEW World tag Team Championship,featuring The Young Bucks,JetSpeed (Mike Bailey and Kevin Knight),The Gates of Agony (Bishop kaun and Toa Liona),and The Don Callis Family.The match was a whirlwind of action, with all four teams showcasing their skills and engaging in a series of dives and exchanges.
The contest was characterized by constant interference and shifting momentum. The Bucks and JetSpeed traded blows with The Gates of Agony and The Don callis Family, leading to a chaotic brawl that spilled outside the ring. Ricochet’s interference ultimately proved pivotal, as he pulled the referee out of the ring to prevent a pinfall. Jack Perry briefly entered the fray, attacking Ricochet before being taken out by The Gates of Agony. Ultimately, The Don Callis Family emerged victorious after a series of power moves and a well-timed piledriver by Davis, securing their shot at the tag team titles.
FTR and Stokely confront The Don callis Family
Immediately after their win, FTR (Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood) confronted The Don Callis Family, leading to a brawl that required the intervention of officials to quell.
Triangle of Madness Defeat Babes of Wrath and Kris Statlander
Triangle of Madness (Thekla, Julia Hart, and Skye blue) battled Babes of Wrath and Kris Statlander in a hard-fought contest. The match saw a series of tag team maneuvers and near falls, with Statlander showcasing her power and dominance. Ultimately, Thekla secured the victory for Triangle of Madness with a Curb Stomp on Statlander.
JetSpeed Receives an Offer from Page
Renee Paquette interviewed JetSpeed backstage, where they received words of advice from both Swerve Strickland and “Hangman” Adam Page.page extended an invitation to JetSpeed to challenge The Opps for the AEW World Trios Championship at “AEW Collision” Maximum Carnage.
A video announcement revealed that The Rascalz would soon be making their debut in AEW.
MJF Retains the AEW World Championship Against Bandido
The main event saw MJF defend his AEW World Championship against the formidable Bandido. The match was a back-and-forth affair,with Bandido displaying his incredible athleticism and striking ability. MJF, known for his cunning and ruthlessness, employed underhanded tactics, including eye-raking and a series of piledrivers.
Bandido mounted a spirited comeback, delivering a Tornado DDT, a Gorilla Press slam, and a Canadian Destroyer. He set up for the 21 Plex, but MJF countered, leading to a series of reversals and near falls. MJF ultimately secured the victory by locking in the Salt of the Earth, forcing Bandido to submit.
After the match, MJF taunted the crowd and acknowledged Bandido’s talent, predicting a future championship reign for him. However, he then struck Bandido with the AEW World Championship and attempted to unmask him. brody King intervened, preventing MJF from completing the act and assisting Bandido to his feet as the show concluded with the crowd cheering for Bandido.
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