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AEW Crowns New World and TNT Champions
Dynamite event in Everett, Washington sees title changes in top divisions.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 11:34pm
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The new generation of AEW champions Ricky Starks and Powerhouse Hobbs emerge victorious in a night of title changes that will reshape the company's future.Everett TodayAll Elite Wrestling's Dynamite event on April 15, 2026 in Everett, Washington resulted in new champions being crowned in both the World and TNT Championship divisions. The main event saw the AEW World Championship change hands, while earlier in the night the TNT Championship also saw a title change.
Why it matters
AEW's major titles are among the most prestigious in professional wrestling, and title changes at Dynamite events are closely watched by the promotion's passionate fanbase. These outcomes will have significant implications for the direction of AEW's top storylines and championship pictures in the coming months.
The details
In the main event, challenger Ricky Starks defeated reigning AEW World Champion Hangman Page to capture the title. Earlier in the night, Powerhouse Hobbs defeated the previous TNT Champion Wardlow to win that championship.
- The Dynamite event took place on April 15, 2026 in Everett, Washington.
- The AEW World Championship match was the main event of the evening.
- The TNT Championship match occurred earlier in the Dynamite card.
The players
Ricky Starks
The new AEW World Champion, a rising star in the promotion known for his charisma and in-ring ability.
Hangman Page
The former AEW World Champion, a fan-favorite who had held the title for several months.
Powerhouse Hobbs
The new TNT Champion, a powerhouse wrestler known for his impressive physique and aggressive wrestling style.
Wardlow
The former TNT Champion, a dominant wrestler who had held the title for an extended period.
What they’re saying
“Ricky Starks is the future of this company, and I'm proud to pass the torch to him tonight.”
— Hangman Page, Former AEW World Champion
“I've been working my whole career for this moment. The AEW World Championship is where I belong.”
— Ricky Starks, New AEW World Champion
What’s next
Ricky Starks will make his first AEW World Championship defense at the upcoming Double or Nothing pay-per-view event on May 25th. Powerhouse Hobbs is expected to hold the TNT Championship for the foreseeable future as he looks to establish a dominant reign.
The takeaway
The title changes at Dynamite have set the stage for new main event storylines in AEW, with rising stars Ricky Starks and Powerhouse Hobbs now holding the promotion's top championships. These outcomes signal a shift in the company's hierarchy and will likely lead to fresh matchups and feuds in the coming months.
