On the September 24 episode of AEW Dynamite, AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander retained her title by defeating Mina Shirakawa in the main event. Following the match, Statlander briefly appeared to join the Death Riders by attacking Wheeler Yuta but ultimately refused to align with the faction.
Behind-the-Scenes Reaction and Future Implications
According to a Fightful Select report, the segment involving Statlander and the Death Riders received positive feedback internally and had been carefully planned over time. This storyline is expected to help elevate Statlander’s position as champion, reflecting the company’s strong interest in promoting her success in AEW.
Continuation of the Feud on AEW Dynamite
In the latest AEW Dynamite episode, Statlander partnered with Darby Allin in a Tornado Tag Match against Wheeler Yuta and Marina Shafir of The Death Riders. Statlander and Allin secured a victory, extending the rivalry between these competitors.
Upcoming Title Defense at AEW WrestleDream
Kris Statlander is set to defend the AEW Women’s World Championship against Toni Storm at the upcoming AEW WrestleDream event. Scheduled for Saturday, October 18, the event will take place at the Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, Missouri, and will be broadcast live on pay-per-view.
