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Ronda Rousey’s Surprise AEW Revolution Appearance Triggers Toni StormMarina Shafir Rematch

Tony Khan signaled an open door for future appearances, noting she invited him to her May 16 Netflix MMA return versus Gina Carano.

Overview

  • Rousey confronted Toni Storm after Storm defeated Marina Shafir, leading to a faceoff that ended when officials intervened and Shafir blindsided Storm.
  • AEW announced a No Holds Barred Storm–Shafir rematch for Wednesday’s Dynamite in Central California following the angle.
  • Commentary and post-show reporting depicted Rousey leaving with Shafir and being acknowledged as aligned with the Death Riders stable.
  • Khan said Rousey is always welcome in AEW and indicated AEW talent may attend her Netflix/Most Valuable Promotions fight on May 16.
  • The appearance drew a mix of cheers and boos in Los Angeles, and trade reports said most people in WWE were surprised to see her on AEW programming.