AEW WrestleDream just wrapped, and the landscape is crystallizing around a handful of megastars. Will Ospreay’s gutsy title retention in a brand-new match type, the shocking debut of Ilja Dragunov, and the trios title shift all underscore a promotion in creative flux—and these ten wrestlers are driving the conversation.
#1. Will Ospreay
Defended the AEW World Championship in the main event of WrestleDream in a debut match type (Clockwork Carnage) he personally pitched, and won decisively against eight competitors. The volume of coverage celebrating his title retention, creative agency, and in-ring performance is overwhelming—he’s the undisputed centerpiece of AEW right now.
🏆 AEW World Championship
#2. Ilja Dragunov
Made a shock AEW debut at WrestleDream after months of speculation, immediately elevating the main event scene. Multiple stories detail the backstage drama of his WWE departure, his signing process, and early interest from other AEW stars in facing him—he’s the hottest newcomer and carrying serious intrigue.
#3. Hangman Page
Won the AEW World Trios Championship at WrestleDream in a Best 2 out of 3 Falls match alongside Brodido (Bandido and Brody King), dethroning The New Level. His phoenix-from-the-ashes babyface run and tag team chemistry are lighting up coverage as a credible top-tier act.
🏆 AEW World Trios Championship (with Brodido)
#4. Mercedes Monè
Retained the AEW Women’s World Championship at WrestleDream against Thekla and has cemented herself as the dominant CEO of the division. She’s drawing consistent match coverage and character work, establishing herself as the female counterpart to the male championship picture.
🏆 AEW Women’s World Championship
#5. Andrade El Idolo
Successfully defended the AEW National Championship against Tommaso Ciampa at WrestleDream and continues generating organic fan passion with his character work. His quirky charm and strong booking keep him in the upper-mid-card conversation every single week.
🏆 AEW National Championship
#6. Tommaso Ciampa
Challenged for the AEW National Championship at WrestleDream and is openly positioning himself as a multi-title threat on the path to the world title. Despite the loss, his ambition and locker-room respect are driving consistent positive coverage about his AEW trajectory.
#7. Toni Storm
Hasn’t wrestled in months, but the mysterious cassette tapes distributed at WrestleDream are keeping her return angle alive and generating serious intrigue. The physical media mystery is clever storytelling that’s captured fan imagination—her eventual comeback will be major.
#8. Austin Creed (The New Level)
Lost the AEW Trios Championship at WrestleDream but is already pivoting to a potential Da Party reunion angle with fellow freed WWE talent. His charisma and adaptability keep him prominent as AEW’s new signing wave continues to mature.
#9. Kyle Fletcher
Generating consistent coverage for his character work, professionalism, and rising star trajectory in the AEW midcard. Multiple stories this week highlight his willingness to take insane bumps and self-critique—he’s quietly becoming the company’s most reliable young talent.
#10. MJF
Absent from WrestleDream but dominating social media with pointed critiques of the show, maintaining his heat and outsider status. His silence is as loud as anyone’s presence—he’s waiting to return and disrupt the current power structure.
Kofi Kingston and Swerve Strickland (The New Level/New Level) are lurking just outside the top ten and their response to losing the trios titles will determine if they crack next week’s rankings.
