13 Ups & 4 Downs From AEW Dark (Nov 3)

9. Brandi Rhodes & Red Velvet vs. Elayna Black & Leyla Hirsch

Leyla Hirsch
AEW

An interesting bout, this, as Hirsch wrestled for the NWA Women's Championship on last week's episode of Dark and looks like a future AEW signing. She has stood out in each of her appearances thus far and this was no different.

Excalibur spoke of Black and Hirsch effectively fighting for a job while they shared a ring with the Chief Brand Officer. Both entered good performances, with Hirsch particularly commanding during a control segment on Red Velvet, contributing towards a neat, tidy, and well-worked contest.

A Shot of Brandi on Black was enough for Rhodes to take the pin.

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