AEW Dynamite in Portland, Oregon, USA, Live on TBS, April 22nd, 2026 — The Episode Preview:

After the monumental title win last year, Darby Allin will have his 1st AEW World Title Defense against Tommaso Ciampa tonight on AEW Dynamite. (Image courtesy of AEW)

• Location: Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Oregon, USA.

• Start Time: 8 P.M. ET / 7 P.M. CT / 5 P.M. PT. Streaming Live on HBO Max & Live on TBS.

The April 22nd, AEW Dynamite Episode Preview & What You Need To Know:

• Darby Allin will defend his AEW World Title for the 1st Time since winning the title from MJF in his home state of Washington in one of the most shocking title changes in AEW History. Tommaso Ciampa made it known last week that after his match against Dezmond Xavier, he's aiming for the AEW World Title. A hard-hitting AEW World Title Match is on tonight.

• We'll also hear from the New AEW World Champion, Darby Allin, as we look back on last week’s amazing title change in Washington.

• Mark Davis attacked his former friend Will Ospreay after his match against Hechicero, and tonight we’re getting the match as Mark Davis takes on Will Ospreay, as Don Callis hinted at Plan B, and Mark Davis was the so-called Plan B. Can Mark Davis take down his former friend, or will a at 100% Will Ospreay try to come away with the win?

• A fun singles match will take place tonight as Hikaru Shida will be taking on Mina Shirakawa, who has been catching some steam. A very fun bout is scheduled tonight for AEW Dynamite in Portland, Oregon.

The Official Slated Matches Announced for the April 22nd Episode of AEW Dynamite:

1. Darby Allin (c) vs. Tommaso Ciampa in an AEW World Title Match.

2. Mark Davis vs. Will Ospreay in a Singles Match.

3. Hikaru Shida vs. Mina Shirakawa in a Singles Match.

The Official Appearances & Segments Announced for the April 22nd Episode of AEW Dynamite:

1. We’ll Hear From the New AEW World Champion, Darby Allin.