WWE Raw tonight on Netflix, taped Friday from Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Austin Creed and Kofi made an unforgettable first impression in AEW.
The duo, now competing under the name The New Level, officially debuted for All Elite Wrestling during Sunday’s AEW All In: London event at Wembley Stadium. Teaming with Swerve Strickland, the former WWE stars entered the AEW World Trios Championship Roulette Royale and left with championship gold in their very first match.
Following their victory, Creed and Kofi spoke about the significance of the moment and what it meant to begin this new chapter of their careers with such a major accomplishment.
Kofi reflected on the achievement, noting that winning championships immediately after arriving in AEW felt like validation after making the jump from another promotion.
“It feels good. It feels valid,” Kofi said. “Validation to come all the way over here from another universe. On our first night out, our first match, to be in there with such prestigious teams, and look at us now. What does that say about us?”
Their partner, newly crowned Trios Champion Swerve Strickland, had a simple answer.
According to Strickland, the trio has already established themselves as history makers and intends to operate at the highest level in the industry.
“I’ll tell you what it says: history makers,” Strickland said. “All three of us. Of this generation, of this era, of this culture. Nobody is above us. Because we’re at the highest level. The New Level.”
Speculation surrounding Creed and Kofi’s future had been growing in recent days. Strickland fueled those rumors ahead of All In when he posted a cryptic message reading “New” on social media, leading many fans to believe a major debut was imminent.
That speculation became reality when the pair arrived at Wembley and helped Strickland secure the AEW World Trios Championship.
Creed and Kofi entered free agency earlier this year after departing WWE in May. The longtime tag team stars reportedly chose not to accept reduced contract offers and instead elected to explore opportunities elsewhere.
The two previously rose to prominence as members of The New Day, one of WWE’s most successful factions alongside Big E. The group became one of the most decorated teams in company history after forming in 2014. Following Big E’s neck injury in 2022 and the eventual on-screen split of The New Day in late 2024, Creed and Kofi continued their careers together before ultimately making the move to AEW.
Now officially part of the AEW roster, The New Level has already accomplished something few wrestlers ever do—winning championship gold in their debut match.
With Strickland at their side and the Trios Championships around their waists, all eyes will be on what comes next for AEW’s newest stars.
WWE Superstar Matt Cardona has revealed that he recently suffered a torn triceps that required surgery, putting an unfortunate halt to what he believed was positive momentum on SmackDown.
Cardona shared details of the injury on social media, explaining that the issue may have originated during his physical encounter with GUNTHER on the August 21 episode of WWE SmackDown. According to Cardona, the impromptu match left him dealing with significant punishment, including multiple powerbombs on the announce table, the ring apron, and inside the ring.
While he initially believed the discomfort in his elbow was simply the result of a tough match, the injury worsened over the following week.
The former Intercontinental Champion said the situation escalated during a match against Kit Wilson that was taped for WWE Main Event. Early in the bout, Cardona performed a second-rope dropkick and landed on his elbow, something he noted is routine for him. This time, however, he immediately felt something was wrong.
Cardona recalled feeling a pop in his arm and later realizing that he had likely torn his triceps. Despite the injury, he was able to finish the match before seeking medical evaluation.
An MRI conducted the following day confirmed the diagnosis, and Cardona underwent surgery earlier this week to repair the damage.
The injury comes at a particularly frustrating time for the WWE veteran, who admitted he felt he was beginning to gain traction on the blue brand following his return to the company. Cardona acknowledged that reestablishing himself in WWE was always going to be a challenge, and now the injury presents another obstacle in his pursuit of eventually becoming a world champion.
Even with the setback, Cardona expressed confidence that he will overcome the injury and return stronger once he completes his recovery.
There is currently no official timetable for Cardona’s return to WWE programming.
WWE NXT Heatwave 2026 took place Sunday afternoon in Texas and featured multiple championship matches, several title changes, and a shocking conclusion to the NXT Championship main event.
Below are the full results and highlights from the show.
The opening contest saw both the NXT Women’s North American Championship and Women’s Speed Championship unified in a Triple Threat Match.
Armstrong used her power advantage throughout the bout, while Sinclair relied on submissions and quick pinning combinations to keep both opponents off balance. Several near falls had the crowd believing the match could end at any moment.
Late in the contest, Sinclair trapped Zaria in the Wrench, but Armstrong pulled Sinclair to the floor before the hold could force a submission. After powerslamming Sinclair on the outside, Armstrong returned to the ring only to be met by a spear and an F5 from Zaria.
Zaria scored the pinfall victory to leave Heatwave with both championships.
Winner: Zaria via pinfall to become the Unified Women’s North American and Speed Champion
The Vanity Project continued their rise in NXT by dethroning the reigning champions.
Borne and Heights controlled portions of the match with their power offense, but constant distractions from Myka Lockwood and teamwork from Bryce Baylor and Brad Baylor Smokes helped swing momentum in the challengers’ favor.
After a chaotic closing stretch involving all four competitors, Vanity Project connected with their Hit It and Quit It finisher on Borne. Smokes secured the pinfall to capture the titles.
Winners: The Vanity Project via pinfall to become the new NXT Tag Team Champions
Following the match, Heights attempted to comfort Borne as they made their way backstage.
The rivalry between Jaida Parker and Nattie came to a head in a hard-fought Submission Match.
Both women battled around ringside before taking the fight back into the ring, trading submission attempts throughout the contest. Interference from Lash Legend and Karmen Petrovic briefly shifted momentum before outside events changed the landscape of the match.
After targeting Nattie’s knee, Parker eventually trapped the veteran in a Sharpshooter. With nowhere to go and the pressure increasing, Nattie was forced to submit.
Winner: Jaida Parker via submission
One of the standout matches of the evening saw Kelani Jordan challenge Kendal Grey for the NXT Women’s Championship.
Jordan focused much of her offense on Grey’s injured ear, repeatedly attacking the area throughout the contest. Grey fought through the punishment and nearly retained after connecting with Shades of Grey and multiple Ankle Lock attempts.
Jordan survived everything the champion threw at her and capitalized late after driving Grey into the ring post. A moonsault finally put Grey away and crowned a new champion.
Winner: Kelani Jordan via pinfall to become the new NXT Women’s Champion
During the broadcast, NXT General Manager Robert Stone officially announced that Halloween Havoc will be the brand’s next Premium Live Event.
After losing the Tag Team Championship earlier in the night, Myles Borne attempted to salvage Heatwave by defending the North American Championship against Jackson Drake.
Borne entered the match heavily worn down from his earlier battle, and Drake wasted no time targeting the champion’s injured ribs and back.
Despite a spirited effort that included multiple powerbombs and a dive to the outside, Borne could not overcome the damage sustained throughout the evening. Drake delivered a 450 Splash to secure the victory and win the championship.
Winner: Jackson Drake via pinfall to become the new NXT North American Champion
The story did not end there. Following the match, Tavion Heights entered the ring seemingly to support Borne. Instead, Heights shocked the NXT audience by attacking his longtime partner, signaling a major heel turn.
A video package later aired featuring Kam Hendrix issuing a challenge to Mason Rook.
The main event featured four of NXT’s top stars battling for the NXT Championship.
The match quickly broke down into chaos as all four competitors fought throughout the arena. Cruz Montana delivered several highlight-reel moments, while Zilla Fatu repeatedly showcased his dominance with explosive power offense.
Late in the match, Zilla crashed through the announce table after Grayson Waller delivered a huge elbow drop from the top rope. That left Tony D’Angelo and Montana alone in the ring.
Montana appeared poised to capture the championship after hitting Spin The Block on D’Angelo. Before he could capitalize, Waller slid into the ring and stole the pinfall on the champion.
The opportunistic move earned Waller the biggest victory of his NXT career.
Winner: Grayson Waller via pinfall to become the new NXT Champion
Heatwave closed with two new singles champions, new tag team champions, and Grayson Waller standing tall as the new face of NXT heading into Halloween Havoc.
AEW returned to Wembley Stadium on Sunday for All In London 2026, delivering a massive card packed with title changes, surprise returns, and a historic main event that saw a new AEW World Champion crowned.
Below are the full results and key moments from the show.
Lio Rush scored the victory for his team after connecting with a frog splash on Anthony Bowens in a fast-paced eight-man opener.
Statlander put Julia Hart away with Sunday Night Fever to earn the win for her team.
Bobby Lashley finished off Carlie Bravo with a Dominator to secure the victory.
A masked individual interfered late in the match, allowing Persephone to hit a Tenryu Powerbomb and capture the title. Afterward, the mystery attacker revealed herself as a returning Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D., who laid out the former champion with Lockjaw.
The surprise debuting of The New Level (Austin Creed & Kofi) joined forces with Swerve to outlast the field and capture the AEW World Trios Championship.
Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor dethroned the champions when they connected with Two Birds, One Stone on Lena Kross to become the new AEW Women’s World Tag Team Champions.
Nigel McGuinness pushed Moxley to the limit in an emotional Wembley showdown, but Moxley ultimately forced him to submit to a seated ankle lock. With the victory, Moxley retained the Continental Championship and won the Continental Challenge Cup.
In a highly competitive three-way title match, Okada capitalized after Takeshita and Fletcher battered each other, pinning Fletcher to become the new AEW International Champion.
After surviving a chaotic field that included MJF, Daniel Garcia, Chris Jericho, Nick Wayne, Mike Bailey, Jack Perry, Mistico and others, Andrade scored the deciding pinfall on Nick Wayne to earn a future AEW World Championship opportunity.
Copeland and Cage retained in a hard-fought battle against Matt and Nick Jackson. Christian used a loaded arm brace before Copeland delivered a Spear, allowing the champions to remain on top.
Following the match, Motor City Machine Guns made their presence felt before FTR and the newly crowned Trios Champions also appeared, creating a major confrontation in the ring.
One of the wildest matches of the night saw interference from Brian Cage, Jake Doyle, Steven Borden and even Sting. The match ended when Allin delivered a Coffin Drop off the stage onto Knight, who was on a stretcher, to become the new TNT Champion.
After targeting Willow’s injured hand throughout the match, Moné trapped the champion in a brutal variation of the Statement Maker. The referee stopped the contest, crowning Moné the new AEW Women’s World Champion.
In a Wembley main event worthy of the occasion, Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay delivered another classic encounter. After surviving a One-Winged Angel and an exhausting war of attrition, Ospreay finally connected with a decisive Hidden Blade to score the pinfall and capture the AEW World Championship in front of his home-country fans.
The victory marked one of the biggest moments of Ospreay’s career as Wembley Stadium erupted in celebration to close the show.
New AEW World Champion: Will Ospreay
New AEW Women’s World Champion: Mercedes Moné
New AEW TNT Champion: Darby Allin
New AEW International Champion: Kazuchika Okada
New AEW TBS Champion: Persephone
New AEW Women’s World Tag Team Champions: Brawling Birds
New AEW World Trios Champions: Shane “Swerve” Strickland & The New Level
The event also featured the surprise return of Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. and the AEW debut of The New Level (Austin Creed & Kofi), making All In London 2026 one of the most newsworthy shows in company history.
AEW Collision BO Max tonight at 8/7c on TNT and HBO Max taped from the OVO Hydro Arena in Glasgow, Scotland.
WWE SmackDown tonight at 8/7c on USA Network, taped on Monday after Raw from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario
Congratulations are in order for AEW/ROH star Jessica McKay and her family.
The former WWE and TNA star announced on Instagram Friday that she and her husband are expecting their second child. McKay shared the news with fans through a heartfelt social media post, revealing that their family will soon be growing once again.
McKay’s announcement comes just months after she returned to the ring alongside longtime tag team partner Cassie Lee as The IInspiration.
Her most recent match took place in May during an ROH television taping at the Von Braun Civic Center in Huntsville, Alabama. McKay and Lee were defeated by Mina Shirakawa and Harley Cameron in tag team action.
With the pregnancy announcement, it remains unclear when McKay will return to in-ring competition.
McKay and Lee officially joined AEW in February 2026 after signing multi-year contracts with the company.
The duo made their AEW debut at a House Rules live event in Brisbane, Australia, on February 15, where they defeated Frankie B and Aysha.
Since reuniting, The IInspiration have quickly become a notable addition to AEW’s women’s division, bringing their trademark charisma and tag team chemistry back to a national stage.
McKay has frequently shared glimpses of her family life with fans on social media, and this latest announcement marks another exciting milestone for her and her husband.
While her wrestling future will likely be on pause for the foreseeable future, the focus now shifts to welcoming the newest member of the family.
Everyone at WrestlingNewsBlog.com sends congratulations and best wishes to Jessica McKay, her husband, and their growing family.
AEW All In London PPV – Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Wembley Stadium, London, UK – 4:30 PM BST (1:00 PM ET)
NXT Heatwave – live on the CW Network on Aug. 30 at 3 ET/Noon PT – Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, TX
NXT Championship – Fatal 4-Way Match: Tony D’Angelo (c) vs. Grayson Waller vs. Cruz Montana vs. Zilla Fatu
NXT Women’s Championship: Kendal Grey (c) vs. Kelani Jordan
NXT North American Championship: Myles Borne (c) vs. Jackson Drake
Title Unification Match: NXT Women’s North American Champion Zaria vs. WWE Women’s Speed Champion Wren Sinclair vs. Kali Armstrong
NXT Tag Team Championship: Myles Borne & Tavion Heights (c) vs. Vanity Project (Brad Baylor & Ricky Smokes)
Submission Match: Jaida Parker vs. Nattie
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