7 Ups & 7 Downs From AEW All Out 2022
5. New Champ & Spin-Off Story
Toni Storm had to win this, didn't she? Her All Elite career has been tail spinning since it started, but she finally has that banner moment to give a sense of purpose to her standing on a crowded roster. At All Out, one could almost see just how much this show of faith meant to Toni.
The four-way to crown a new interim Women's Champ (who knows when Thunder Rosa will return) had another purpose: Britt Baker snuffed out Jamie Hayter's chances of winning the thing, and that'll lead to a spin-off feud between them. It should also see Hayter breakout as a babyface, which will be fun.
Fans getting right behind Jamie is a promising sign for her too. AEW's decision makers would've noticed that from behind the curtain, and they'll be pleased by the early swell of support for what could be a top non-title female rivalry.
No complaints with any of this.