Steve Carrier on September 22, 2021
The September 22, 2021, edition of AEW Dynamite was a landmark episode, as it featured one of the most highly anticipated matches in the promotion’s history—Bryan Danielson vs. Kenny Omega. Taking place at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City, the show delivered both in terms of action and viewership.
The Grand Slam episode drew 1.273 million viewers, making it the third-highest viewership in Dynamite history at the time. A huge portion of that audience came from the 18-49 demographic, with 627,000 viewers (0.48 rating), showcasing the episode’s broad appeal to AEW’s target audience.
The standout match of the night was Bryan Danielson’s debut in AEW, squaring off against Kenny Omega in a non-title match that ended in a time-limit draw. The match was widely praised by fans and critics alike and helped drive the episode’s success.
This episode capped off a strong month for AEW, with Dynamite episodes consistently surpassing the 1 million viewer mark and competing directly with WWE in key demos. The combination of Danielson’s debut, Omega’s involvement, and the excitement surrounding the Grand Slam event solidified September 22, 2021, as one of the most significant nights in AEW’s history.
What did you think of the Bryan Danielson vs. Kenny Omega match at AEW Grand Slam? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
September 22, 2021 7:43 pm
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