At AEW Dynasty, “Timeless” Toni Storm successfully defended her AEW Women’s World Championship against Thunder Rosa. Storm secured the victory with a decisive low kick followed by a pile driver, ensuring her continued reign atop the AEW women’s division.
The championship clash between Storm and Rosa had been highly anticipated, especially since Rosa’s injury in 2022 had prevented their scheduled showdown at All Out. Storm had previously seized the interim AEW Women’s World Championship in a four-way match during Rosa’s absence, which ultimately became an official reign when Rosa vacated the title due to her extended recovery period.
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Despite Rosa’s return to the ring in December 2023 and her recent momentum, including a tag team victory over Storm and Mariah May, she was unable to dethrone the dominant champion at Dynasty. Storm’s reign has been characterized by her “Timeless Toni” heel persona, which she developed shortly before reclaiming the title from Hikaru Shida at Full Gear in November 2023.
The rivalry between Storm and Rosa has been brewing for quite some time, with Rosa’s resurgence putting her on a clear collision course with the reigning champion. Rosa’s victory over May on the April 3 edition of Dynamite solidified her status as the No. 1 contender, setting the stage for her championship opportunity at Dynasty.
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Despite Rosa’s valiant efforts and recent successes, including her partnership with Deonna Purrazzo, she fell short in her quest to regain the title she never lost. Storm’s victory at Dynasty solidifies her as a dominant force in the AEW women’s division, while Rosa will likely continue to pursue championship glory in the future.
The match between Storm and Rosa at AEW Dynasty showcased the intense rivalry between the two competitors and further solidified Storm’s status as a formidable champion. Despite Rosa’s resilience and determination, Storm emerged victorious, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what’s next for both competitors in the dynamic landscape of AEW wrestling.
