Ups & Downs For Every AEW Roster Member
24. Dustin Rhodes
Up
One of this writer's favourite pro-wrestling matches of all time was Dustin vs. Cody at the original Double Or Nothing. This era may never produce another bout crammed with such raw, real emotion.
Down
The Jake Hager match was a flop. Dustin worked hard, but struggled to squeeze any juice from his opponent.
23. Brian Cage
Up
'The Machine' works best in matches that allow him to showcase the full range of his abilities, so while the Jon Moxley title fight was strong, recent outings against Matt Sydal and in the Cody Rhodes/Darby Allin tag have shot him back to prominence. This guy is a video game character come to life.
Down
AEW has used Cage very well so far, making it hard to find fault. Perhaps the Will Hobbs match was a moderate disappointment to some.
22. Riho
Up
Despite the excessive handwringing over her size and style from trolls and bad-faith actors, Riho proved herself a genuine ratings draw during her time as a Dynamite regular, particularly amongst important younger demographics. She drives business in the right direction.
Down
Her Women's World Championship run was admittedly hindered by a lack of character development outside the ring, though Riho showed plenty of personality between the ropes.
21. Best Friends
Up
Apologies for repeating an entry, but the Parking Lot Brawl f*cking ruled. A perfect hardcore match.
Down
Much of the Santana and Ortiz feud was played too cutely, particularly Sue's involvement, and they are now feuding with Miro and Kip Sabian over a broken arcade cabinet. While Chuck Taylor and Trent are funny guys, the tone needs to get serious at some point.