Konosuke Takeshita retains title on AEW Dynamite before Forbidden Door

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Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Konosuke Takeshita retains title on AEW Dynamite before Forbidden Door
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On June 24, 2026, AEW Dynamite aired its final episode leading to Forbidden Door. Konosuke Takeshita defended his AEW International Championship against Ricochet, securing victory by pinfall. The show featured multiple matches, including victories by Jon Moxley, Swerve Strickland, and Zack Sabre Jr., alongside several build-ups for the upcoming pay-per-view. Mark Briscoe emphasized his aspirations for a championship shot after his Steel Cage match at Forbidden Door. Tensions rose among factions, culminating in a brawl involving several wrestlers at the end of the episode.

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  • Takeshita defeated Ricochet to retain the AEW International Championship.
  • Jon Moxley, Wheeler Yuta, and Claudio Castagnoli also won their match.
  • Swerve Strickland defeated Daniel Garcia and later brawled with Will Ospreay.
  • Briscoe aims for an AEW World Championship match opportunity.
  • The episode ended with a brawl involving multiple wrestlers.
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The final episode of AEW Dynamite before Forbidden Door featured Konosuke Takeshita vs. Ricochet and the final build for the pay-per-view.

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