8-time WWE champion to be revealed as the new leader of Death Riders on AEW Dynamite? Analyzing the chances

The Death Riders are one of AEW
The Death Riders are one of AEW's top factions [photo: AEW's Official YouTube Channel]

This week on AEW Dynamite, the hierarchy within the Death Riders may suddenly shift. Following a monumental victory, could a multi-time champion take over as the leader of the faction?

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It has been more than a year since the faction was formed, which began with their betrayal of Bryan Danielson, ending the Blackpool Combat Club. However, things have gone south for the group as they no longer have the AEW World Championship by their side, and they have taken several tough losses within the last few months.

While there hasn't been a change in command, Jon Moxley's lack of composure in these previous weeks may force them to make a change. Both Mox and Claudio Castagnoli are entered into the Continental Classic. This may be Mox's final chance to prove himself, as his stablemates could decide to take matters into their own hands and take over the reins.

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The two Death Riders are set to clash this Wednesday as part of the Blue League. Should Claudio come away with a win, that could be all the proof they need that a leadership change is needed, as clearly Moxley isn't as dominant as he once was. They could go with a civil leadership change, keeping the former AEW World Champion within their ranks until he becomes completely useless to them.

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Claudio Castagnoli has given the Death Riders a major world title outside AEW

While things have been shaky for the Death Riders, Claudio Castagnoli has achieved a major feat outside AEW, ending a more than three-year world title reign.

At CMLL's Viernes Espectacular a few days ago, Claudio challenged Gran Guerrero for the World Heavyweight Championship. He ended up defying the odds and dethroning him inside Arena Mexico, much to the shock of the fans. He was ending a reign that began in November 2022.

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The Swiss star has been someone who has gone below the radar, as, despite not yet winning the AEW World Championship, he has brought several top titles to the group, even during their time as the BCC. His consistency and recent dominance could lead him to become the new face and the rightful leader of the group.

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