AEW WrestleDream 2025: Results, Highlights, and a Chaotic Road to the PPV
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AEW WrestleDream delivered a night of high-stakes action from the Chaifetz Arena in St.Louis, Missouri on Saturday, October 18, 2025, but the drama began hours before the main event with the AEW Saturday Tailgate Brawl pre-show. Reported live by Rajah.
The evening was packed with compelling matches and surprising turns.
Saturday Tailgate Brawl: Setting the Stage
The pre-show kicked off with a video package hyping the highly anticipated “I Quit” match between Darby Allin and Jon Moxley, instantly setting a violent tone for the night.the commentary team of Tony Schiavone, nigel McGuinness, and “Daddy Magic” Matt Menard guided viewers through a series of matches designed to build excitement for the pay-per-view.
The Death Riders Triumph in a Heated Opener
The first contest saw The Death Riders – PAC, Daniel Garcia, Wheeler Yuta, and Claudio Castagnoli, accompanied by Marina Shafir – face off against Roderick Strong & The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Tomohiro Ishii, and Kyle O’Reilly). A raucous crowd, punctuated by chants directed at Wheeler Yuta, witnessed a hard-fought battle. Despite a strong showing from The Conglomeration,The Death Riders ultimately secured the victory when PAC pinned Ishii.
HOOK & Eddie Kingston Dominate
“The Cold-Hearted Handsome Devil” HOOK and “The Mad King” Eddie Kingston quickly dispatched thier opponents, The frat House, in a brief but decisive match. The victory underscored the formidable partnership between the two AEW stars.
Trent Beretta & Rocky Romero Disrupt The Costco Guys
A bizarre interlude saw Trent Beretta and Rocky Romero ambush The Costco Guys (Big BOOM! AJ and Big Justice) during a promotional segment, adding a layer of unpredictable chaos to the pre-show proceedings. The duo delivered a beatdown before sending things back to the arena.
Harley Cameron & Willow nightingale Secure Victory
harley Cameron and Willow Nightingale emerged victorious in a fast-paced tag team match against Megan Bayne and Penelope Ford. Willow Nightingale sealed the win with a powerbomb,earning a chorus of “This is Awesome!” chants from the St. Louis crowd.
FTR Steal a Win Amidst Controversy
The final match of the pre-show, FTR versus JetSpeed (Mike Bailey and Kevin “The Jet” Knight), spilled out to ringside and continued into the pay-per-view itself. A controversial finish saw FTR secure the win with the assistance of stokely Hathaway,who held Bailey’s feet during a pin attempt. The outcome sparked outrage from JetSpeed and a confrontation with a fan.
WrestleDream Pay-Per-View: Championship Battles and High-Stakes Showdowns
Jamie Hayter Opens the Show
The pay-per-view officially began with Jamie Hayter facing Thekla. Excalibur noted the match was delayed due to the extended FTR vs. jetspeed bout. Before the match, Tony Schiavone interviewed Charlie Thesz, the widow of wrestling legend Lou Thesz, acknowledging the rich wrestling history of St. Louis.Hayter ultimately emerged victorious in the opening contest.
The Young Bucks Risk It All in a $500,000 Match
The second match of the evening saw The Young Bucks clash with the reunited jurassic Express (Jack perry and Luchasaurus) in a high-stakes battle for $500,000. The Young Bucks were presented as the “$32 Bucks” with a graphic detailing their expenses. The match was a showcase of athleticism and drama,with the outcome hanging in the balance.
AEW WrestleDream 2025 proved to be a memorable night for fans, filled with compelling matches, unexpected twists, and a clear exhibition of the talent and energy that defines All Elite Wrestling.
