AEW Dynamite Results and Review for February 26, 2025: Revolution Buildup Continues

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The February 26 episode of AEW Dynamite was filled with action-packed matches and significant storyline developments as the company inches closer to its Revolution pay-per-view event on March 9. The show, broadcast live from the Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California, saw several key matches and confrontations that will have a direct impact on the upcoming pay-per-view.

One of the main events of the evening was the match between Konosuke Takeshita and Orange Cassidy for the AEW International Championship. Takeshita successfully defended his title against Cassidy, winning with the Raging Fire. This match was highly anticipated and lived up to expectations, with both competitors delivering a high-energy performance. The outcome sets up a future title match between Takeshita and Kenny Omega at Revolution. The AEW International Championship series has been a highlight of the company's programming, showcasing the best of its international talent.

In other notable matches, "Hangman" Adam Page quickly defeated Aaron Solo, while Bryan Keith's attempt to collect the bounty on Will Ospreay's head was thwarted as Ospreay secured a win with a Styles Clash and Hidden Blade. The Murder Machines, consisting of Lance Archer and Brian Cage, were upset by The Outrunners, with Turbo Floyd rolling up Archer for the pin. The AEW World Championship picture also became clearer, with Swerve Strickland and Ricochet agreeing to a rematch at Revolution, where the winner will become the number one contender for the title.

The women's division saw Harley Cameron secure a win over Deonna Purrazzo, fighting from behind to land a spin-out DDT for the victory. This win is significant for Cameron, who is gaining momentum and popularity among fans. The women's division in AEW has been growing in strength, with several talented wrestlers vying for top spots and titles.

Additionally, the show featured a trios match where Undisputed Kingdom (Adam Cole, Kyle O'Reilly, and Roderick Strong) defeated FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) and Daniel Garcia. This match was intense, with all competitors giving their all, and it set up a future TNT Championship match between Cole and Garcia. The aftermath of the match saw tensions rise between the two teams, indicating potential future conflicts.

The episode also included a segment where Cope continued his vendetta against The Death Riders, brawling with Claudio Castagnoli before Jay White and Willow Nightingale intervened, leading to a chaotic scene involving several wrestlers. This storyline has been building for weeks and is expected to reach its climax at Revolution.

In terms of TV viewership, the February 26 episode of Dynamite averaged 598,000 viewers, a 6% increase from the previous week and a 2% increase from the trailing four-week average. The show also posted a 0.18 rating in the 18-49 demographic, placing it fifth among all cable telecasts for the night. These numbers indicate a strong performance for AEW, especially considering the live broadcast on the west coast of the United States.

Overall, the February 26 episode of AEW Dynamite was successful in advancing key storylines and delivering exciting matches as the company heads into its Revolution pay-per-view event. With several high-stakes matches and confrontations on the horizon, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an unforgettable night of professional wrestling.