Wrestling fans have taken to X to express their disappointment and label the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Deathmatch on the August 16th episode of AEW Dynamite as the “worst match of the year.”
The match, which aimed to deliver a thrilling and unconventional experience, received mixed reactions from viewers. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Deathmatch featured Jeff Hardy and Jeff Jarrett facing off in a brutal contest. However, instead of captivating the audience, the match seemed to miss the mark for many fans.
X became a platform for wrestling enthusiasts to voice their opinions, with some criticising the match for its lack of storytelling and excessive violence. Fans expressed frustration with the match’s reliance on shock value rather than cohesive storytelling and technical prowess. Many believed that using Leatherface, the iconic horror character, and his infamous chainsaw overshadowed the in-ring action, making it difficult to follow the match’s narrative.
Despite the negative feedback, it’s important to note that professional wrestling is an art form that is subjective. What one fan may consider the “worst match of the year,” another fan may find entertaining or innovative.
Many fans have compared the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Deathmatch with WWE’s Mountain Dew Pitch Black match in January at the Royal Rumble event, which fans and even renowned wrestling booker Jim Cornette slammed. Fans have stated that currently the award for worst match of the year should go to either one of these matches.
In recent news it has been reported that Warner Brothers Discovery executes were pleased with how the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Deathmatch went on Dynamite.
What Else Happened On AEW Dynamite?
Elsewhere on Dynamite, Eddie Kingston made his return after competing in the NJPW G1 Climax tournament, Dr. Britt Baker WMD qualified for a match at All In for the AEW Women’s World Championship and The Young Bucks defeated The Gunns in a tag-team match.