Jim Cornette Reviews AEW Dynamite (January 7, 2026)
Jim Cornette critiques the January 7, 2026, episode of AEW Dynamite, expressing disappointment over the show's production quality and content choices, particularly highlighting Jim Ross's return to commentary and lamenting the program's decline from its former glory. He contrasts Ross's seasoned professionalism with the amateurish elements present in the broadcast, while also taking a jab at fellow commentator Tony Schiavone's performance.
Key Takeaways
- Jim Ross' return is bittersweet; from wrestling's voice to cable access commentary, nostalgia has its price.
- Moxley's match with Shelton showcases a deeper issue: fans cheer for chaos, not character consistency or logic.
- Two heel factions wrestling each other? AEW's creative confusion leaves no room for clear babyfaces or villains.
- Moxley may have a cult following, but can his 'barely-there' wrestling style survive critical scrutiny?
- Wrestling logic in 2026: Draws might be the only guaranteed finish, but that won't help AEW's narrative clarity.
Who is mentioned in this episode?
28 people come up, including John Moxley, MJF, Bandido.
- John Moxley (Person)
- MJF (Person)
- Bandido (Person)
- Dr. Danny Benjamin (Person)
- Adam Page (Person)
- Swerve (Person)
- Willow Nightingale (Person)
- Powerhouse Hobbs (Person)
- Mercedes (Person)
- Jim Ross (Person)
- Jake Doyle (Person)
- Don Callis (Person)
- Tony Shiovani (Person)
- Mark Davis (Person)
- Sammy Guevara (Person)
- Kevin Knight (Person)
- Chris Statlander (Person)
- Stokeley (Person)
- Ricochet (Person)
- Johnny Sheffield (Person)
Sponsors of this episode
- Factor (Company)
Mentioned in this episode
- AEW (Company)
- Cinder Blocks (Concept)
- Tulsa (Location)
- Bomba the Jungle Boy (Media)
- MGM Tarzan (Media)
- Glow (Media)
- Star Wars (Media)
- Ring of Honor (Company)