The Young Bucks are a highly regarded tag team who have contributed significantly to the success of AEW. They showcase their skills through impressive matches and creative content on YouTube. Tony Khan values their talent and consistently features them in important matches, where they always deliver.
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Their rivalries have garnered attention, but they have also been part of less notable storylines, demonstrating their versatility and booking history. Their efforts on pay-per-view, however, have often been show-stealing. This list will rank every Young Bucks PPV match in AEW, from worst to best.
19 Vs. Jurassic Express (Jungle Boy & Luchasaurus) - All Out 2020
Even though the match didn't have a big backstory, it was still good. The Young Bucks were more aggressive than usual and it made them feel new and excited as a team. There were some awesome moments and near falls, and both teams did some incredible high-flying moves that made the match solid. The Bucks retained in the bout that lasted less than 15 minutes.
18 The Elite (Kenny Omega, Matt Jackson & Nick Jackson) Vs. Laredo Kid & The Lucha Brothers (Pentagon Jr. & Rey Fenix) - Fyter Fest 2019
This chapter in the Young Bucks and Lucha Bros rivalry lacked the expected intensity. Compared to Double or Nothing, this match felt like an exhibition rather than a grudge match. The commentary team hinted that the issues between them are not over, so this was supposed to move their story forward without drawing out too much, but it was one of only a few average matches that featured The Bucks facing the Lucha Bros.
17 Vs. The Hardys - Double Or Nothing 2022
The match was supposed to be great, but it had some bad moments. Everyone worked well, but The Hardys had a few botches, and the official wasn't strict with the rules for whatever reason. The fans enjoyed the match, and there were a ton of spots. The Young Bucks were fast, but The Hardys won because they took more risks. It was also a dream match that many fans were excited to see at AEW.
16 Vs. Brotherhood (Cody & Dustin Rhodes) - Fight For The Fallen 2019
The Young Bucks displayed a refreshing change of pace, showcasing a slightly different wrestling style due to their opponents. Cody and Dustin Rhodes utilized an old-school approach, targeting body parts to offset the Bucks' agility. The match featured impressive synergy between the two sets of brothers, including a double Sharpshooter turning into a double Figure Four. Although the match felt a bit long, it ultimately delivered a quality performance and left fans satisfied.
15 The Elite Vs. Adam Page & The Dark Order (Alex Reynolds & John Silver) - All Out 2022
The match was exciting but had some confusing moments where it was hard to tell who was legal in the match. Hangman was hesitant to fight his friends on the other team, which may have caused his team to lose. Omega accidentally caused Page to hit Silver with his finisher, leading to their defeat. The media scrum that followed was much bigger than this bout.
14 The Elite & Matt Hardy Vs.The Inner Circle (Chris Jericho, Jake Hager, Ortiz, Sammy Guevara & Santana) - Double Or Nothing 2020
There have been numerous gimmick matches at AEW, but the bout between The Elite and The Inner Circle stands out as the wildest and most chaotic. The Stadium Stampede match featured horses and cheerleaders, resulting in complete and utter chaos. Although this type of match may not appeal to everyone, it was entertaining at the very least.
13 Vs. The House Of Black (Brody King, Buddy Matthews & Malakai Black) - Revolution 2023
The Elite defended their AEW World Trios Championship titles against The House of Black, who had recently returned to the company. The match was highly anticipated, with Kenny Omega and Buddy Matthews facing off for the first time. The crowd was excited and chanted "This is Awesome" as the six wrestlers put on an exciting match. It was solid, but nothing spectacular despite the clash of styles.
12 Vs. Jurassic Express (Jungle Boy & Luchasaurus) Vs. reDRagon (Bobby Fish & Kyle O'Reilly) - Revolution 2020
AEW Revolution 2020 had a decent build to this triple-tag team match. This win for Jurassic Express was nothing above average. Despite the talent involved, many were shocked that this match was a basic tag match on an otherwise great card.
11 Dudes With Attitudes Vs. BULLET CLUB - AEW/NJPW Forbidden Door
Sting couldn't show up for his match due to injury, but surprised the Bullet Club by attacking them on the ramp. The match was exciting, even though Sting struggled a bit and Shingo Takagi didn't do much besides winning. The crowd was into it the whole time, but it did not steal the show despite the talent involved.
10 Vs. Proud-N-Powerful (Ortiz & Santana) - Full Gear 2019
Nick Jackson acted out a painful leg injury that stopped them from winning. The duo was unable to land a Meltzer Driver. Santana and Ortiz took advantage and won.
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Afterward, the Rock and Roll Express interfered, which took away from Santana and Ortiz's victory.
9 Vs. The Inner Circle (Chris Jericho & MJF) - Revolution 2021
The main card's opening match was explosive, with The Young Bucks displaying their aggressive side. Chris Jericho and MJF built heat for themselves as a team, adding to the excitement. The match was fast-paced and full of action, although there were too many near falls. It took away from the drama after the 5th one. Overall, it was a frantic and exciting tag team match.
8 Vs. Eddie Kingston & Jon Moxley - Double Or Nothing 2021
The match was highly anticipated and lived up to expectations. The challengers fought aggressively while The Young Bucks showed off their arrogance by making fun of their opponents. The bout was well-paced and kept the audience engaged. Moxley getting injured added to the excitement, and there were many solid near-falls. The tag team rules were not followed strictly, but it didn't affect the match. The Bucks retained.
7 Vs. Death Triangle - Full Gear 2022
After being suspended, The Elite returned to AEW to face Death Triangle for the AEW World Trios Championship. The match was intense, incorporating past rivalries and ending with a surprising win by Rey Fenix. The teams competed in a Best of 7 Series on AEW programming to end the year.
6 Christian Cage & The Jurassic Express Vs. The SuperKliq (Adam Cole, Matt Jackson & Nick Jackson) - Full Gear 2021
The match was pure chaos, devoid of technical wrestling seen in AEW matches. Instead, the six men fought fiercely with innovative moves and various weapons. The crowd was thoroughly entertained as they were taken on a rollercoaster journey filled with brilliant moments. Despite the lack of technicality in this "wrestling match," the performance by all six men was fantastic, and every move was well received by the audience.
5 Vs. The Lucha Brothers (Pentagon Jr. & Rey Fenix) - Double Or Nothing 2019
The semi-main event of the Young Bucks vs Lucha Brothers showcased the best tag team wrestling AEW has to offer. Pentagon Jr. and Rey Fenix's arrival from Impact Wrestling made an immediate impact with show-stealing performances at early events. The Young Bucks' aim to have the top tag team division was achieved on the first AEW PPV, and their partnership with AAA saw them win the AAA Tag Team Championship in a great match.
4 Vs. The Lucha Brothers (Pentagon Jr. & Rey Fenix) - All Out 2019
The pacing and storytelling were impressive, with many standout moments like the Canadian Destroyer off the ladder and an unmasking spot. However, the match may have been over-extended with too many near finishes, leading to a slightly underwhelming conclusion. Overall, the layout was smart and exciting, with all four men delivering a thrilling performance. The audience was the true winner of this classic.
3 Vs. FTR (Cash Wheeler & Dax Harwood) - Full Gear 2020
The highly anticipated match delivered with superb storytelling, incorporating the legitimate injuries of Matt Jackson and Dax Harwood, and paying homage to other tag teams. The clash of styles, near falls, and submissions were executed flawlessly. The decision to have Cash Wheeler lose the titles by choosing flips over fists added depth to the storyline.
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Overall, it was a great display of storytelling in professional wrestling. Two of the best tag teams in wrestling put on a match that many consider the best of FTR and Young Buck's career.
2 Vs. Adam Page & Kenny Omega - Revolution 2020
This World Tag Team Title bout stands out as an exceptional match in AEW history, boasting a captivating storyline and nuanced in-ring action that kept the audience engaged throughout. Its near-falls, allegiance changes, and teases culminated in a six-star rating from Dave Meltzer. It will be challenging for any Revolution match to ever surpass this masterpiece. Many consider this the best match in the history of AEW.
1 Vs.The Lucha Brothers (Penta El Zero Miedo & Rey Fenix) - All Out 2021
AEW might be early in its existence, but it has already had, arguably, the greatest Steel Cage Tag Matches of all time. A high-octane wrestling fight between The Young Bucks (Nick Jackson and Matt Jackson) and The Lucha Brothers (Rey Fenix and Penta El Zero Miedo) featured inventive maneuvers that the Steel Cage had never seen.
The Lucha Bros won the match, and the AEW Tag titles, thanks to a series of high-impact maneuvers, including a Fénix dive from the top of the cage, Canadian Destroyers, and a piledriver combo. This match stole the show for a card that featured Kenny Omega, the arrival of Bryan Danielson, and CM Punk's first match in almost a decade.
