AEW Dynamite Recap: Highlights and Lowlights from September 16, 2026

AEW Dynamite aired on September 16, 2026, as the promotion gears up for its All Out event. The show included various matches and storylines, showcasing both positive and negative aspects of the broadcast.

Notable highlights included the successful performances of Steve Borden and the exciting opening and closing matches. However, the women's division faced criticism for a lack of variety, particularly with only one match featuring competitors already confirmed for All Out.

In one of the more controversial storylines, Chris Jericho and Nick Wayne's feud over a pooka shell necklace was deemed overly silly, detracting from the intensity of their rivalry. Additionally, Tommaso Ciampa's squash match raised questions about its necessity, as it seemed to serve little purpose ahead of his upcoming high-profile match against Kazuchika Okada.

On a positive note, Brody King, Bandido, and Adam Page earned a shot at the AEW World Trios Championships, with their match showcasing entertaining moments. The main event featured Jon Moxley and his team against Will Ospreay and others, effectively building anticipation for future encounters.