Two AEW wrestlers have made their return to Dynamite after being absent for more than a year, amid rumors of possible WWE signings. In January 2025, Private Party lost the AEW World Tag Team Championship to Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin of The Hart Syndicate, marking their last televised AEW appearance. Reports suggested that Isaiah Cassidy and Mark Quenne’s contracts with AEW were approaching expiration, with WWE expressing interest once their deals ended. However, Private Party appears to be extending their stay in AEW, as they reappeared on this week’s Dynamite, their first TV appearance in over twelve months.
Quenne and Cassidy participated as the surprise entrants in a three-way match to determine the next contenders for the AEW World Tag Team Championship, facing off against The Rascals and The Young Bucks. Ultimately, The Young Bucks secured the victory, earning the next title shot against FTR. Additionally, the show featured a championship change with Kyle Fletcher defeating Tommaso Ciampa to reclaim the TNT Championship.
Fan Take: This return is significant for AEW fans as it signals renewed commitment from Private Party, a tag team with strong fan support, which could shake up the tag division in exciting ways. It also highlights AEW’s ability to retain talent amid WWE interest, suggesting a promising future for the competition and growth of the sport.
