Ospreay Opens AEW Dynamite as New World Champion

Key points

• Will Ospreay defeated Kenny Omega at AEW All In 2026 in London to become the new World Champion.
• Ospreay is scheduled to kick off the September 2 Dynamite episode in Allen, Texas, to address the fallout from the event.
• Mercedes Moné defeated Willow Nightingale at All In to become the new Women’s World Champion and will have a celebration segment on the same show.
• Andrade El Idolo earned a title shot against Ospreay by winning the Casino Gauntlet match at the pay-per-view.
• The Trios Champions Swerve Strickland, Kofi, and Austin Creed will defend their titles against The Rascalz (Dezmond Xavier, Zachary Wentz, and Myron Reed).

Background

This event follows a multi-week build where Ospreay turned on the Death Riders and accepted Hangman Page’s offer to face Omega, as noted in July 2026 coverage. The upcoming show also continues a four-week lead-up to All Out, with previous coverage highlighting tag-team depth and ticket sales concerns in Allen, Texas, following the Wembley event.

How outlets are covering it

F4W/WON focuses on the immediate post-event programming, emphasizing Ospreay’s live appearance and the women’s title celebration. Fightful frames the moment as the start of a 'new empire' for Ospreay, highlighting the broader narrative shift in the company’s top tier following the All In results.

Why it matters

The match between Ospreay and Omega was praised for its in-ring work and presentation, setting a high standard for the company’s top talent. The immediate follow-up on Dynamite aims to capitalize on this momentum and establish the new champions' status before the next major pay-per-view.

What to watch

Ospreay must defend his title against Andrade El Idolo, who earned the opportunity via the Casino Gauntlet. The show also sets the stage for the All Out event, with ongoing feuds involving Kenny Omega, Okada, and other top stars.