Author: John Bass

Typhoon Says Natural Disasters Are Part Of 2025 WWE Hall Of Fame Class

With WrestleMania 41 just around the corner, the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025 is beginning to take shape. Already announced for induction are Triple H, Michelle McCool, and Lex Luger, and now, it appears WWE has chosen their tag team inductees—but it’s not the duo many expected.

Despite speculation that Demolition could be getting the nod this year, former WWE star Typhoon revealed that The Natural Disasters, the powerhouse team of himself and the late Earthquake, will be entering the Hall of Fame next month.

Typhoon Confirms the News

During an appearance on Sportskeeda WrestleBinge, Typhoon—real name Fred Ottman—shared the big news, expressing his gratitude for the honor.

“It is an honor. It was crazy when I got that phone call and they told me that. Mr. Prichard called me. He’s an awesome guy, and I couldn’t believe it. I was like, ‘Wow, what an incredible thing.’ I always say there’s so many guys that are so worthy to be in there that aren’t yet. For this to happen, it’s just amazing.”

A Short but Impactful WWE Run

The Natural Disasters formed in May 1991, when Earthquake (John Tenta) and Typhoon (then known as Tugboat) joined forces under the management of Jimmy Hart. The two massive competitors initially worked as heels, engaging in a feud with the Legion of Doom. However, their run as villains didn’t last long. In early 1992, Jimmy Hart turned his back on them in favor of Ted DiBiase and IRS of Money Inc., prompting the Natural Disasters to turn babyface.

The feud with Money Inc. led to their crowning moment on July 20, 1992, when they defeated DiBiase and IRS to win the WWE World Tag Team Championship. Though their reign lasted just a few months—dropping the belts back to Money Inc. in October—the duo remained a popular act until Earthquake left WWE in early 1993, bringing their partnership to an end. There were plans for a feud between the two, but Earthquake’s departure meant fans never got to see the former champions collide.

A Well-Deserved Honor

Though their time together in WWE was relatively brief, the Natural Disasters left a lasting impression on fans with their sheer size, strength, and surprising agility for big men. Their induction into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025 ensures that their contributions to the tag team division will not be forgotten.

With just a few weeks to go until WrestleMania weekend, it’ll be interesting to see who else joins this year’s Hall of Fame class. Who else do you think deserves a spot? Let us know in the comments!

“Speedball” Mike Bailey Officially Arrives in AEW with Hard-Fought Victory

After months of speculation, former TNA X-Division Champion “Speedball” Mike Bailey has officially landed in All Elite Wrestling. Bailey made his highly anticipated debut on the March 12 episode of AEW Dynamite, entering the AEW International Championship Eliminator Tournament as the mystery wildcard competitor.

Bailey’s move to AEW had been rumored since his TNA contract expired in late 2024, but fans were left guessing when he would actually make his first appearance. The wait ended after AEW teased his arrival through a vignette on AEW Collision in February, and once a wildcard spot was announced for the tournament, speculation ran wild that the high-flying Canadian would be the one to fill it.

A Tough First Challenge

Bailey’s AEW debut was anything but easy, as he faced off against the intimidating Beast Mortos. Right from the start, Mortos showed little interest in reciprocating Bailey’s show of respect, opting instead to overpower his smaller opponent. However, Bailey wasted no time reminding the AEW audience why he’s one of the most dynamic strikers in the game, unleashing a flurry of vicious kicks.

Despite Bailey’s early offense, Mortos used his size advantage to dominate the action on the outside. But “Speedball” wouldn’t stay down for long. Fighting back with his signature combination of kicks, chops, and an aerial assault, Bailey turned the tide, launching himself over the top rope with a breathtaking dive as the match headed into the commercial break.

Bailey Secures the Win in Spectacular Fashion

Mortos continued to showcase his power, gaining the upper hand after Bailey was crotched on the top rope. The Beast followed up with a devastating corkscrew tope, a pop-up Samoan Drop, and an avalanche press slam, nearly putting Bailey away.

However, the resilient newcomer refused to stay down. After a tense exchange of roll-ups, Bailey countered Mortos’ offense, delivering a moonsault knee drop before connecting with a perfectly placed crescent kick to the head to score the pinfall victory.

What’s Next for “Speedball”?

With this impressive win, Bailey advances to the four-way final of the AEW International Championship Eliminator Tournament on March 19. He’ll be joined by the winner of Orange Cassidy vs. Hechicero, which took place later that night. The ultimate goal? A shot at Kenny Omega for the AEW International Championship at AEW Dynasty on April 6—a match Omega himself has said he wants to be against the best AEW has to offer.

Bailey has already proven he belongs in AEW. But can “Speedball” fight his way to a title shot and make an even bigger impact? The road to Dynasty just got a lot more interesting.

Hulk Hogan Leaves Fans Disappointed and Kids Crying at New York Meet-and-Greet

WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has been making the rounds to promote his Real American Beer brand, but not every stop on his tour has been met with cheers. According to a report from News 12 Orange County, several fans were left frustrated after waiting hours for a promised meet-and-greet at a ShopRite in Montgomery, New York, only to be turned away when Hogan abruptly left.

Fans Left Hanging After Hours of Waiting

One fan, Robert Taylor of New Windsor, recounted his experience, saying he and his children—ages 7 and 5—had waited in line for four hours, expecting to meet Hogan, take photos, and receive autographs. According to Taylor, the event was supposed to accommodate at least 200 fans, and he and his kids were well within that number at 185. However, as they approached the front of the line, Hogan suddenly left, leaving them and many others disappointed.

“They just stood up and bolted along the back. Some lady was very upset, screaming and cursing. My son just started crying and a bunch of other kids were crying,” Taylor said. “If he had to leave, he could’ve walked down and shook people’s hands and said, ‘Hey, I’m sorry we have to get going,’ rather than just leaving people stranded.”

Taylor even shared a heartbreaking video with News 12, showing his kids in the car afterward, visibly upset and calling out Hogan with remarks like, “You’re the worst,” and “Why did you do this?”

Hogan’s Other Stops Seemed More Successful

Before the Montgomery ShopRite event, Hogan made several appearances throughout the Hudson Valley, including in Poughkeepsie, where he received a warm reception. Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino even declared that day “Hulk Hogan Day” in his honor. On his social media accounts, Hogan shared footage from his other promotional stops, where he was seen hugging fans, taking pictures, and handing out free beer.

However, the abrupt end to the Montgomery event has left some fans feeling overlooked. News 12 attempted to reach out to Hogan’s publicist for comment but received no response.

What Happened?

As of now, it’s unclear why Hogan left before meeting all the waiting fans. Whether it was a scheduling issue, a miscommunication, or something else entirely, the lack of explanation has only fueled frustration among those who were left empty-handed.

For now, fans are left wondering whether Hogan will address the incident—or if this unfortunate experience will just be another chapter in the unpredictable saga of The Hulkster.

You can watch the news report below:

AEW Dynamite Preview 3/12/2025

Tonight’s AEW Dynamite will take place from the Save Mart Center in Fresno, California and air live on TBS and Max, beginning at 8:00 pm ET.

  • Fallout from AEW Revolution
  • AEW International Title Eliminator Tournament Match: Orange Cassidy vs. Hechicero
  • AEW International Title Eliminator Tournament Match: The Beast Mortos vs. A Mystery Wildcard Opponent
  • Also scheduled for tonight are appearances by MJF and newly crowned International Champion Kenny Omega.

Stephanie McMahon’s ESPN+ Series “Stephanie’s Places” Set to Debut on March 26

Stephanie McMahon is stepping back into the WWE spotlight—but not in the boardroom. Instead, she’s set to launch her own interview series, Stephanie’s Places, which will premiere on ESPN+ on Wednesday, March 26. The ten-episode series is produced by Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions, alongside ESPN and WWE, and will feature McMahon sitting down with some of the biggest names in wrestling history.

With Stephanie’s Places, McMahon will take a page out of Manning’s playbook, mirroring his Manning’s Places series by exploring the personal and professional journeys of WWE’s top stars in locations that hold significance for them.

“WWE has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember,” McMahon said. “I’m looking forward to having viewers join me as we visit some of the most iconic stars of past and present, in places of meaning for them, and hear how they overcame adversity to become who they are today.”

Star-Studded Lineup for Season One

The series will kick off with a blockbuster first episode, as Stephanie McMahon sits down with CM Punk in an interview recorded just before WWE SummerSlam 2024 in Cleveland. Given Punk’s tumultuous history with WWE and his shocking return last year, this conversation is sure to turn heads.

Other major WWE names set to appear throughout the season include:

  • Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes
  • Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley
  • WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin
  • Charlotte Flair
  • Roman Reigns and The Bloodline
  • Pat McAfee
  • The Undertaker
  • Triple H (McMahon’s husband and WWE’s Chief Content Officer)

The season finale, airing May 28, will be one of the most emotional episodes, as McMahon interviews John Cena. With Cena inching closer to retirement, the episode will serve as a reflection on his legendary career and his impact on WWE.

A Unique Look at WWE’s Biggest Names

While WWE programming is no stranger to documentaries and behind-the-scenes specials, Stephanie’s Places offers a fresh, intimate perspective. Rather than focusing solely on in-ring careers, McMahon’s series will explore personal struggles, triumphs, and the roads that led these superstars to where they are today.

With its mix of nostalgia, storytelling, and insight from some of the biggest names in wrestling, Stephanie’s Places is shaping up to be must-watch content for WWE fans.

WWE NXT Roadblock Results 3/11/2025

Quick Results:

  • TNA Tag Team Championship: The Hardy Boyz (c) def. NXT Tag Team Champions Fraxiom
  • Jordynne Grace de. Roxanne Perez
  • NXT Championship: Oba Femi (c) def. TNA X-Division Champion Moose
  • Street Fight: Je’Von Evans def. Ethan Page
  • Champion vs. Champion – Title for Title: NXT Women’s North American Champion Stephanie Vaquer def. NXT Women’s Champion Giulia

The road to Stand & Deliver is heating up, and this week’s episode of WWE NXT delivered plenty of action, surprises, and hard-hitting battles. From a major championship change to an all-out street fight, here’s everything that went down on the March 11, 2025, edition of NXT.

Hardy Boyz Retain TNA Tag Titles in Thrilling Opener

The legendary Hardy Boyz kicked off the night in style, putting their TNA World Tag Team Championships on the line against the high-flying duo of Axiom & Nathan Frazer (Fraxiom). The challengers brought the fight, overwhelming the veterans with their speed and aerial offense, including a spectacular avalanche Spanish Fly-Phoenix Splash combo that nearly secured the win.

However, the Hardys proved why they’re still one of the best teams in the business. A miscommunication between Axiom and Frazer allowed Jeff Hardy to capitalize, hitting the Swanton Bomb on Frazer to retain the gold.

Jordynne Grace Outlasts Roxanne Perez

Roxanne Perez had a game plan against Jordynne Grace—targeting the knee and trying to keep the powerhouse grounded. However, Grace’s raw strength proved too much. The TNA Knockouts Champion weathered the storm and delivered the Juggernaut Driver for the decisive victory.

Oba Femi Retains NXT Title in Brutal Battle with Moose

In a champion vs. champion showdown, NXT Champion Oba Femi put his title on the line against TNA X-Division Champion Moose, and the match was every bit as physical as expected. The two powerhouses traded heavy blows, with Moose even driving Oba through the announce table.

Despite the punishment, Femi dug deep and sealed the victory with a thunderous powerbomb to remain NXT Champion. Before the match, he even had a surprise backstage encounter with The Undertaker, who gave him some words of encouragement—an endorsement that speaks volumes about Femi’s future.

Je’Von Evans Survives a War in Street Fight Against Ethan Page

“All Ego” Ethan Page and Je’Von Evans took their rivalry to the extreme in a chaotic Street Fight. Chairs, tables, and steel steps were all in play as both men threw everything at each other.

After a brutal back-and-forth battle, Evans sealed the win with a springboard Ace Crusher onto a chair. However, his celebration was short-lived—mysterious masked figures stormed the ring and left Evans laid out in a four-man powerbomb. The identity of this faction remains unknown, but their impact was immediately felt.

Stephanie Vaquer Wins Title-for-Title Main Event, Becomes Double Champion

In the night’s highly anticipated main event, NXT Women’s Champion Giulia and NXT Women’s North American Champion Stephanie Vaquer put their respective titles on the line in a winner-take-all showdown. The two warriors left it all in the ring, with Giulia coming close to victory multiple times, including locking in a triangle choke and connecting with Arrivederci.

But Vaquer wouldn’t be denied. After surviving the onslaught, she delivered back-to-back SBBs to put Giulia down for the three-count. With the win, Stephanie Vaquer not only retained the North American title but also captured the NXT Women’s Championship, cementing her place as one of the top stars in the division.

Other Highlights from NXT:

  • Jaida Parker received advice from Mickie James, who told her to seize her moment.
  • Tony D’Angelo and Stacks Lorenzo had a tense conversation about leadership and an upcoming trios match.
  • The Undertaker told Oba Femi that he’s been watching him and he’s impressed and to go defend his yard
  • Trick Williams ambushed Eddy Thorpe ahead of their upcoming NXT Underground match.
  • Shawn Spears’ faction, The Culling, got a hype video, teasing their growing presence in NXT.

Final Thoughts

This week’s NXT was packed with action and major developments. Stephanie Vaquer’s historic win headlines the night, while Oba Femi and the Hardy Boyz continued their dominant reigns. Meanwhile, Je’Von Evans may have won his match, but a dangerous new faction has emerged.

With Stand & Deliver approaching, expect the intensity to keep rising in the weeks to come. Stay tuned to Wrestling News Blog for all your latest NXT updates!

WWE NXT Roadblock 3/11/2025

WWE NXT Roadblock live tonight on The CW from the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

  • NXT Championship: Oba Femi (c) vs. TNA X-Division Champion Moose
  • TNA Tag Team Championship: The Hardy Boyz (c) vs. NXT Tag Team Champions Fraxiom
  • Champion vs. Champion – Title for Title: NXT Women’s Champion Giulia vs. NXT Women’s North American Champion Stephanie Vaquer
  • Street Fight: Ethan Page vs. Je’Von Evans
  • Roxanne Perez vs. Jordynne Grace
  • Booker T’s fellow WWE LFG Legends will be in attendance – The Undertaker, Bubba Ray Dudley and Mickie James

Upcoming AEW Collision Gets Split into Two Nights Due to NCAA Tournament

AEW is shaking up its schedule later this month, as Collision will be divided into two separate one-hour episodes instead of its usual two-hour Saturday night slot. This adjustment is being made to accommodate TNT’s coverage of the NCAA March Madness tournament.

Collision’s Temporary Schedule Change

Instead of airing in its usual Saturday primetime slot on March 23, Collision will air in two parts:

  • Saturday, March 23 – 11 PM EST
  • Sunday, March 24 – 11 PM EST

Both episodes will air after NCAA tournament games, giving AEW the potential benefit of a strong lead-in audience.

Why the Change?

On Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer explained the reasoning behind AEW’s decision. Given how important March Madness is to TNT, the network could have opted to preempt Collision entirely. Instead, AEW is testing out a split schedule, taping both episodes in advance on March 20 in Omaha.

Meltzer noted that the plan allows AEW to avoid a late-night second hour on Saturday, which could see a drop in viewership. By spreading the content across two nights, the company hopes to maximize its audience—at least for the Saturday episode. However, Sunday presents more uncertainty since AEW has struggled with non-traditional time slots in the past.

Will This Experiment Pay Off?

AEW has faced challenges when shifting Collision’s time slot, as seen with previous preemptions. However, with the NCAA tournament drawing in millions of viewers, the post-game placement could give AEW a much-needed ratings boost. Whether this experiment succeeds remains to be seen, but it will be an interesting test for Collision’s viewership outside of its usual schedule.

What do you think of this strategy? Will AEW benefit from the NCAA tournament lead-in, or will the Sunday slot struggle? Let us know in the comments!

WWE Raw Preview 3/10/2025

Tonight, Monday Night Raw airs globally on Netflix at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT from the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Steel Cage Match: CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins

After weeks of escalating tensions, CM Punk and Seth Rollins will settle their issues inside a steel cage. The history between these two is well-documented, but with Rollins still bitter over Punk’s return and Punk eager to prove he’s still The Best in the World, expect an all-out war. With no outside interference possible, who will emerge victorious in this high-stakes grudge match?

Tornado Tag Match: LWO’s Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee vs. The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods)

Two of WWE’s most exciting duos clash in a Tornado Tag Match, meaning all four men will be legal at the same time. Expect a chaotic, fast-paced battle as Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee bring their lucha libre skills against the veteran teamwork of Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods. Will The New Day’s experience give them the edge, or will the LWO continue to build momentum?

AJ Styles Calls Out Logan Paul

After weeks of heated words and social media jabs, AJ Styles is set to call out Logan Paul tonight. Styles has made it clear that he has unfinished business with the United States Champion, and with WrestleMania just weeks away, could we see a major match announcement?

Jey Uso vs. Grayson Waller

Jey Uso continues to forge his solo path in WWE, but tonight, he faces off against Grayson Waller, who is never short on confidence. With Waller looking to prove himself against one of WWE’s biggest fan favorites, will Jey “Main Event” Uso keep his momentum rolling, or will Waller steal the spotlight?

AEW Revolution 3/9/2025 (Results)

AEW REVOLUTION 2025 QUICK RESULTS

  • AEW World’s Championship: Jon Moxley (c) def. Adam Copeland and Christian Cage after Christian cashed in his contract for an AEW World Championship match and made it a three-way
  • Will Ospreay def. Kyle Fletcher
  • AEW International Championship: Kenny Omega def. Konosuke Takeshita (c)
  • AEW Women’s World Championship: Timeless Toni Storm (c) def. Mariah May
  • AEW Tag Team Championship: The Hurt Syndicate (c) def. The Outrunners
  • AEW Continental Championship: Kazuchika Okada (c) def. Brody King
  • Swerve Strickland def. Ricochet
  • AEW TBS Championship: Mercedes Moné (c) def. Momo Watanabe
  • Hangman Page def. MJF
  • Orange Cassidy, Big Boom AJ & Mark Briscoe def. Johnny TV & MxM Collection
  • ROH World Championship: Chris Jericho (c) vs. Gravity never gets started because Jericho beats Gravity down
  • Daniel Garcia & Undisputed Kingdom vs. Shane Taylor Promotions
  • Komander & Hologram def. Lee Johnson & Blake Christian

ZERO-HOUR

Blake Christian & Lee Johnson vs. Komander & Hologram

AEW Revolution Zero-Hour kicked off with a high-energy tag match as Blake Christian and Lee Johnson took on the luchador duo of Komander and Hologram. The non-luchadors got the early jump, attacking before the bell, but the Los Angeles crowd was firmly behind Komander and Hologram. The match featured fast-paced sequences with Christian and Johnson proving they could hang with the high-flying style.

Komander endured a stretch as the underdog, selling the damage from the previous night’s beatdown on Collision. However, the tide turned with an incredible finishing sequence—Komander hit a Destroyer on Johnson after launching off Christian’s back, all while Hologram had Johnson in a fireman’s carry. A final dive to the outside from Komander ensured Johnson couldn’t break up the pin, leading to a decisive victory.

Winners: Komander & Hologram via pinfall (Hologram pinned Christian after a 450 splash).

Undisputed Kingdom & Daniel Garcia vs. Shane Taylor Promotions

Matt Menard joined commentary for this intense faction warfare match, which saw Daniel Garcia team with Undisputed Kingdom’s Adam Cole, Kyle O’Reilly, and Roderick Strong to face Shane Taylor Promotions (Shane Taylor, Lee Moriarty, Carlie Bravo, and Captain Shawn Dean).

Early on, STP controlled Garcia, cutting the ring in half and isolating the “Red Death.” Taylor made his presence felt with a brutal leg drop across Garcia’s neck on the apron, but Garcia turned the tide with an impressive back suplex on the powerhouse before tagging in O’Reilly. The match escalated into all-out chaos, with Cole hitting a fireman’s carry neckbreaker on Moriarty, but before he could capitalize, Garcia blind-tagged in.

Seizing the opportunity, Garcia locked in the Dragontamer on Moriarty. With Strong and O’Reilly keeping STP at bay, Cole hesitated before ultimately nailing Taylor with a superkick. Moriarty had no choice but to tap out.

Winners: Daniel Garcia & Undisputed Kingdom via submission (Garcia submitted Moriarty with the Dragontamer).

Chris Jericho & The Learning Tree Brutalize Gravity

Before his scheduled match, Gravity was met with a surprise assault as Chris Jericho blindsided him with Floyd, his trusty baseball bat. The Learning Tree joined in on the beatdown, and though Bandido rushed in to protect his brother, the numbers were too much.

Big Bill delivered a thunderous chokeslam, and Jericho escalated the attack by tearing off Gravity’s mask and delivering repeated bat shots. As their mother and sister watched in horror at ringside, Aubrey Edwards tried to intervene, but Jericho wasn’t finished. He went after Bandido, kicking him in the face when he tried to shield his family.

No match took place, as the segment ended with Jericho standing tall after another ruthless assault.

“Big Boom” AJ & The Conglomeration vs. Johnny TV & MxM Collection

In another wild six-man tag, “Big Boom” AJ joined forces with Mark Briscoe and Orange Cassidy to take on Johnny TV and the MxM Collection (Mansoor & Mason Madden). The early moments saw Johnny TV and Cassidy engaging in classic taunting and stalling, with Orange even taking a moment to chill at ringside with Big Justice and the Rizzler.

The heels took control with MxM choking Cassidy on the ropes while Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie flaunted their chemistry with a mid-match kiss. Briscoe eventually turned the tide with a flurry of offense, but Johnny TV nearly sealed the win with the Superstation before Briscoe kicked out.

AJ got the hot tag and went on a rampage, stacking up MxM for a three-for-one Stinger Splash. After some outside interference from Taya, Harley Cameron evened the odds by throwing Valkyrie into the barricade. The match broke down into chaos, leading to a massive Triple Powerboom on Madden to seal the win for the babyfaces.

Winners: “Big Boom” AJ & The Conglomeration via pinfall (Triple Powerboom on Mason Madden).

Post-match, The Murder Machines attempted to ambush the victors, but “Powerhouse” Will Hobbs made the save, delivering a spinebuster to Madden. As the dust settled, members of The Righteous Gemstones (yes, really) made a surprise appearance, powerbombing Mansoor to add insult to injury. One of them even sported a RoboCop t-shirt, proving that sometimes, wrestling is just the best kind of ridiculous.

REVOLUTION

“Hangman” Adam Page vs. Maxwell Jacob Friedman

Right from the opening bell, this match was a slugfest. Page took early control, stomping MJF down in the corner until the referee intervened. But Friedman turned things around with a slick counter into a powerbomb backbreaker—though Page wasn’t staying down that easily.

As the match progressed, MJF’s forehead was busted open, but he still found time to taunt, striking his signature pose in the ropes. That only fueled Hangman’s aggression, and a series of high-impact moves followed, including a triangle lariat that sent MJF crashing to the floor. Page’s momentum built, but every time he went for the Buckshot Lariat, Friedman found a way to evade or counter.

The turning point came when MJF executed a devastating piledriver onto a chair at ringside, forcing AEW’s medical staff to check on Page. Despite the brutal impact, Hangman somehow beat the referee’s 10-count, shocking Friedman. After a fiery comeback, Page connected with the Deadeye and then, in a rare move, hit Angel’s Wings to spike MJF on his forehead. One final Buckshot Lariat sealed the deal.

Winner: “Hangman” Adam Page via pinfall with the Buckshot Lariat.

AEW TBS Championship Match: Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Momo Watanabe

Moné and Watanabe started with a mix of technical grappling and attitude, as the champion danced her way through some early offense before Watanabe shut her down with stiff kicks. The two traded counters, but Watanabe nearly took control with a vicious face kick.

Mercedes fought back with a crossface in the center of the ring, though Watanabe reached the ropes. The action spilled onto the apron, where Moné delivered a jaw-dropping powerbomb to the floor. Somehow, Watanabe fought back, hitting a Beach Break and a brutal belly-to-belly superplex for a near-fall.

Watanabe locked in a hammerlock crossface, but Moné reversed into a lungblower. After an intense exchange, Moné finally connected with the Moné Maker, immediately transitioning into the arm-trap crossface to force the tap-out.

Winner: Mercedes Moné via submission, retaining the AEW TBS Championship.

AEW World Championship No. 1 Contender’s Match: Ricochet vs. Shane “Swerve” Strickland

This was a fast-paced, high-risk battle between two of AEW’s most dynamic athletes. Both men dodged and countered at lightning speed before Swerve took control with La Atlantida, dropping Ricochet ribs-first onto his shoulders.

Outside the ring, a miscommunication between Swerve and Prince Nana led to Nana storming off. Ricochet capitalized with a House Call and a quebrada for a near-fall. The action escalated further, with Ricochet hitting a poison rana on the apron, followed by a 630 Senton—but Swerve refused to stay down.

Nana returned just in time to distract Ricochet, leading to a roll-up battle. Ricochet took Nana out with a suicide dive, but as he re-entered the ring, Swerve hit back-to-back House Calls and finished him with Big Pressure to earn his shot at the AEW World Championship.

Winner: Shane “Swerve” Strickland via pinfall with Big Pressure (New No. 1 Contender).

Post-match, Nana and Swerve reunited in an emotional moment as Nana danced and draped the Embassy robe back over Swerve’s shoulders.

AEW Continental Championship Match: Kazuchika Okada (c) vs. Brody King

Okada faced a tough challenge in Brody King, whose size and power forced the Rainmaker to adapt. King dominated early, sending Okada to the floor and punishing him against the barricade.

Okada fought back, but King caught him with a superplex, followed by a cannonball in the corner for a near-fall. In a controversial moment, Okada used the referee’s distraction to sneak in a belt shot, but King still kicked out!

King nearly stole the win by countering the Rainmaker into a lariat of his own, but Okada recovered, landed a discus lariat, and finally hit the Rainmaker to retain.

Winner: Kazuchika Okada via pinfall with the Rainmaker, retaining the AEW Continental Championship.

AEW World Tag Team Championship Match: Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin) (c) vs. The Outrunners (Truth Magnum & Turbo Floyd)

The Outrunners came in with their signature energy, but the powerhouse champions quickly reminded them why they hold the gold.

Shelton Benjamin and Truth Magnum started things off with a fast-paced exchange before Floyd tagged in to pick up the tempo. The challengers managed to briefly isolate Benjamin with double-team offense, even sending him to the outside with a big clothesline. However, Bobby Lashley soon turned the tide, overpowering Floyd and taking control.

Lashley worked Magnum over in the corner, delivering a devastating swinging neckbreaker that put the challengers on the defensive. The Outrunners found a brief opening, rallying with a Predator Handshake Elbow Drop for a near-fall. But outside the ring, Lashley regained momentum by driving Magnum into the steel steps.

Back inside, Benjamin cut off Floyd’s momentum with a vicious right hand before hitting a picture-perfect rope-walk arm drag. Magnum tried to make the save, but Lashley steamrolled him with a chokeslam. With both challengers staggered, Lashley hit a massive spear on Magnum, followed by another on Floyd to seal the deal.

Winners: Hurt Syndicate via pinfall (Lashley pinned Floyd with a spear) to retain the AEW World Tag Team Championship.

Once again, Lashley and Benjamin proved to be a dominant force in AEW’s tag division. With this victory, the question remains—who can step up and truly challenge the Hurt Syndicate?

AEW Women’s World Championship – Falls Count Anywhere: Toni Storm (c) vs. Mariah May

This wasn’t just a match—it was a war. May ambushed Storm before the bell, setting the tone for a violent showdown. The fight quickly spilled outside, where Storm hit a brutal chokeslam off the stage through a table.

Mariah refused to quit, countering a hip attack into a Storm Zero on the steel steps, busting Toni open. Inside the ring, they wrapped their fists in glass-laced tape, leading to vicious strikes that left both women covered in blood.

Storm sealed the win by delivering Storm Zero off a stack of crates and through a table, collapsing into the cover for the win.

Winner: Toni Storm via pinfall with Storm Zero through a table, retaining the AEW Women’s World Championship.

Post-match, Storm laid her head on May’s chest in an emotional moment before slowly pulling herself

AEW International Championship Match: Kenny Omega vs. Konosuke Takeshita (c)

Kenny Omega and Konosuke Takeshita reignited their rivalry in a high-stakes battle for the AEW International Championship. From the opening bell, both men traded holds and stiff strikes before things quickly escalated into a brawl.

Takeshita took control early, hitting a nasty flapjack into the apron before tossing Omega back inside for more punishment. While the referee was distracted, Don Callis snuck in some cheap shots at ringside, further damaging Omega. Despite the interference, Omega fought back, connecting with a diving lariat and a Finlay Roll into a moonsault for a near-fall.

Momentum swung wildly throughout the match—Omega hit multiple V-Triggers, but Takeshita answered with a brutal Blue Thunder Driver. The champion nearly ended things with a revolution Tombstone Piledriver, but Omega refused to stay down. The crowd erupted as Omega kicked out at one after a vicious running knee, and Callis, in disbelief, got up from commentary to interfere again.

After countering multiple finishing attempts, Omega rolled through a pinning exchange and caught Takeshita in a tight crucifix pin for the shocking three-count!

Winner: Kenny Omega via pinfall with a crucifix pin (New AEW International Champion).

Post-match, Omega celebrated with the title as a furious Callis looked on, clearly plotting his next move.

Steel Cage Match: Will Ospreay vs. Kyle Fletcher

The longtime United Empire allies turned bitter rivals in this violent steel cage showdown. Right from the opening bell, Fletcher showed no hesitation, hammering Ospreay with stiff strikes and disdainful kicks. It wasn’t long before Ospreay was busted open, his face a crimson mask as the war intensified.

Despite the punishment, Ospreay fired back with Kawada kicks and a massive Spiral Tap, but Fletcher refused to stay down. The match took a brutal turn when Mark Davis, looking conflicted, arrived at ringside and slid a bag of weapons into the ring. Fletcher capitalized, using a barbed-wire bat to carve into Ospreay’s forehead.

Ospreay managed to turn the tide, countering a Coriolis attempt into a Poison Rana. He followed up with a Van Daminator-style Hidden Blade through a steel chair, but Fletcher still kicked out!

The match reached another level when both men climbed to the top of the cage. Fletcher had a screwdriver hidden on top of the structure and spiked Ospreay with it before trying to stab him again—only for the weapon to get lodged in the turnbuckle! Ospreay fought back, hitting a Spanish Fly off the cage in a jaw-dropping moment.

With the end in sight, Ospreay roared back with a Hidden Blade, then planted Fletcher with a Tiger Driver ‘91 for the emphatic victory.

Winner: Will Ospreay via pinfall with the Tiger Driver ‘91.

Post-match, Ospreay stared down his fallen former ally, shaking his head as if to say, “You brought this on yourself.” Meanwhile, Davis looked on from outside the cage, torn between his past and his future.

AEW World Championship Match: Adam Copeland vs. Jon Moxley (c)

From the start, this match was a slugfest. Moxley targeted Copeland’s neck with vicious attacks, even attempting a piledriver on exposed concrete. Copeland fought back, landing spears, but just as he seemed poised to win, chaos unfolded.

Wheeler Yuta interfered, blindsiding Copeland, but Jay White ran in to even the odds. In the chaos, Christian Cage blindsided Copeland and cashed in his contract!

AEW World Championship – Triple Threat Match: Christian Cage vs. Adam Copeland vs. Jon Moxley (c)

Christian nearly stole the win with a spear, but Copeland kicked out. Moxley locked Cage in a bulldog choke, rendering him unconscious and forcing the referee to stop the match, allowing Mox to retain.

Winner: Jon Moxley via referee stoppage with the bulldog choke, retaining the AEW World Championship.

Post-match, as Moxley celebrated, Prince Nana confronted him. Suddenly, the camera panned to the balcony where Swerve Strickland stood—AND SWERVE DIVED ONTO MOXLEY! The show ended in absolute chaos, with the No. 1 contender making his intentions clear.