AEW has begun shaping the card for the September 16 episode of Dynamite with two high-profile matches, each bringing together major names in very different situations. Chris Jericho will meet Nick Wayne in singles competition after Jericho dropped the younger wrestler with a Judas Effect on a recent edition of Collision. Elsewhere, Will Ospreay, Andrade El Idolo, and Francesco Akira will unite for a trios clash against the Death Riders combination of Jon Moxley, PAC, and Gabe Kidd.

The announced matches give the September 16 program a mix of individual conflict and faction-based chaos. Jericho versus Wayne is built around a direct physical confrontation that has now led to an official bout, while the six-man contest features six established international talents and three particularly dangerous representatives of the Death Riders.

Chris Jericho and Nick Wayne Settle a Recent Collision Confrontation

Jericho’s match with Wayne follows the Judas Effect that Jericho delivered to Wayne on a recent episode of Collision. The strike left no ambiguity about the direction of their issue: Jericho targeted Wayne, and the two will now have the chance to address that confrontation in an AEW ring on September 16.

For Wayne, the singles match places him opposite one of the most experienced and decorated names on the AEW roster. It is also an opportunity to respond in competition after being laid out by Jericho’s signature elbow. The Judas Effect has long been one of Jericho’s most recognizable finishing strikes, and its use against Wayne immediately made their situation more personal than a standard in-ring challenge.

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Jericho, meanwhile, enters the contest having already established the physical advantage in the build to the match. That does not decide what will happen once the bell rings, but it does mean Wayne has a clear point to answer. A decisive performance from Wayne would be a significant statement after the attack, while another Jericho victory would reinforce the impact of the initial Judas Effect.

The match also creates a straightforward question for the September 16 broadcast: can Wayne prevent Jericho from landing the same strike again? Jericho has already shown that he is willing and able to use it against Wayne. Avoiding that moment may be central to Wayne’s chances of turning the tables when their singles encounter takes place.

Ospreay, Andrade and Akira Face a Formidable Death Riders Unit

The other announced match will see Will Ospreay, Andrade El Idolo, and Francesco Akira take on Jon Moxley, PAC, and Gabe Kidd. It is a trios contest with no shortage of star power, distinctive styles, or intensity on either side.

Ospreay, Andrade, and Akira bring together three wrestlers with extensive international credentials. Ospreay is one of AEW’s most prominent in-ring competitors, while Andrade has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to thrive in singles and tag-team situations. Akira rounds out the trio, giving the unit a third wrestler accustomed to fast-paced, high-level action.

Across the ring, Moxley, PAC, and Kidd represent the Death Riders. The combination is particularly imposing because all three men have reputations for a hard-hitting and relentless approach. Moxley’s presence immediately changes the tone of any multi-person bout, PAC adds elite athleticism and submission danger, and Kidd brings another physical, aggressive element to the group.

Trios matches can change direction in an instant, especially when six wrestlers of this caliber are involved. A wrestler can be isolated from his partners, a tag can shift momentum, and one opening can create a finish before the opposing side has time to recover. The matchup should therefore test whether Ospreay, Andrade, and Akira can operate as a cohesive unit against a Death Riders trio that is built around pressure and punishment.

There is also an intriguing contrast in the composition of the two sides. Ospreay, Andrade, and Akira are an alliance of gifted individual performers who must bring their respective strengths together. Moxley, PAC, and Kidd arrive under the Death Riders banner, making their team identity a major factor from the outset. How effectively each group manages the trios format will be as important as the individual exchanges within the match.

September 16 Dynamite Card So Far

With the two bouts announced, the current lineup for the September 16 edition of AEW Dynamite is as follows:

  • Chris Jericho vs. Nick Wayne
  • Will Ospreay, Andrade El Idolo, and Francesco Akira vs. Death Riders: Jon Moxley, PAC, and Gabe Kidd

Additional matches and segments could still be added ahead of the show. As it stands, however, the announced card already features a direct response to an attack on Collision and a six-man match filled with wrestlers capable of making an immediate impact on the broadcast.

What the Announcements Mean for Dynamite

Jericho versus Wayne gives AEW a clear singles rivalry for the program. The recent Judas Effect provides the match with an established catalyst, and the bout will determine whether Wayne can gain a measure of revenge or whether Jericho’s attack was the beginning of a larger advantage.

The trios match offers a different kind of attraction. Instead of one issue being decided between two competitors, it presents six major personalities in a setting where alliances, momentum, and split-second decisions will matter. Moxley, PAC, and Kidd will look to impose the Death Riders’ pace, while Ospreay, Andrade, and Akira will aim to prove they can match that intensity while using their own collective versatility.

Both matches also ensure that the September 16 episode will feature contrasting styles. Jericho and Wayne’s contest is rooted in a recent physical incident and the fallout from a signature finishing move. The six-man tag, by comparison, is positioned to bring a broader range of offense and the unpredictability that comes with three wrestlers per side.

AEW’s September 16 Dynamite will therefore be a consequential night for all involved. Wayne has the chance to answer Jericho after being knocked down on Collision. Jericho has the opportunity to follow his attack with an in-ring victory. Ospreay, Andrade, and Akira can establish themselves against one of AEW’s most intimidating trios, while Moxley, PAC, and Kidd can further demonstrate the threat posed by the Death Riders.

For now, those are the two confirmed matches for the show. With room remaining for further announcements, the September 16 card is set to continue taking shape in the days ahead.

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