Category: AEW

Saraya Says Her Wrestling Career Is Ending “Very Soon” – Wants to Help AEW Women’s Division

Former AEW Women’s World Champion Saraya has revealed that her time in professional wrestling is nearing its end. Speaking with Rick Ucchino of Sports Illustrated, the ex-WWE Divas Champion shared that she plans to step away from the ring in the near future, but she’s focused on uplifting the AEW women’s division before she leaves.

“I’m letting people beat me, left, right and center. I was on a losing streak, but I just wanted people to get their rub. I want to uplift everybody. I’m not gonna be in wrestling forever. I’m coming to the end of it and it’s very soon. And I don’t wanna go out being like, I need to be on top.”

Saraya’s AEW Run and Focus on Elevating Others

Saraya signed with AEW in the fall of 2022, returning to in-ring competition after a five-year retirement due to a career-threatening neck injury. Since then, she has been vocal about her mission to help grow AEW’s women’s division in any way she can.

During her time in AEW, Saraya worked closely with Toni Storm and Harley Cameron, mentoring them on promos and character work. She recalled how Storm, now one of AEW’s most beloved personalities, initially struggled with confidence on the microphone.

“I just remember when we were in a group, me and Ruby [Soho] were helping [Toni] with promos. She would just have one line and be terrified to do this line. She’d be going over it and over it and over it, while me and Ruby had all these lines.”

Saraya isn’t taking credit for Storm’s rise, but she’s proud to have played a small role in helping her find confidence. She also gave credit to AEW personality RJ City for assisting in the development of Storm’s “Timeless” persona, which has since become one of AEW’s most entertaining gimmicks.

“She’s one of the best promos and characters, I think, of all time. And she’s one of my favorites altogether right now. She is making wrestling fun and exciting, and I love that. It’s just funny seeing her from two years ago… when she was scared to pick up a microphone.”

Saraya also reflected on her time working with Harley Cameron, who has gained popularity as an energetic babyface. Interestingly, Saraya felt the best way to help Cameron was to step away and let her shine on her own.

“People love her. I’m like, ‘I need to take a break. And then maybe, eventually, I can come back and we can go into a story where I’m just trying to hold you back again, and then you get your big pin on me.’ That’s the idea that I wanted. I don’t think we’re doing that now, but I said the best thing I can do is take a step back.”

Saraya’s AEW Status and Future

Saraya last competed in October 2023 and has since been absent from AEW television. Her break has allowed her to focus on her book tour and other outside projects, but she assured fans that she’s ready to return whenever the opportunity arises.

She won the AEW Women’s World Championship at All In: London 2023, defeating Hikaru Shida, but held the title for just 44 days before dropping it back to Shida.

With her AEW contract set to expire in September, the clock is ticking on Saraya’s in-ring future. While she hasn’t given an exact retirement date, her comments make it clear that the end is near.

What’s Next for Saraya?

As she prepares to close the chapter on her wrestling career, Saraya seems content with her contributions to the industry. Whether she remains involved in AEW in a non-wrestling capacity or steps away entirely, her impact—both in WWE and AEW—won’t be forgotten.

Would AEW Possibly Let Sting Induct Lex Luger Into WWE Hall Of Fame

Sting may not be done with WWE appearances just yet, despite officially retiring from in-ring competition and signing a long-term deal with AEW. According to Fightful Select, WWE is reportedly interested in having “The Icon” induct his longtime friend and former rival, Lex Luger, into the Hall of Fame during WrestleMania 41 weekend.

Luger himself has expressed his wish for both Sting and Diamond Dallas Page to be the ones to induct him, citing their deep personal and professional connections. While it remains unclear whether AEW would need to approve Sting’s involvement, it’s worth noting that his current AEW contract is described as similar to a WWE Legends deal—meaning he remains affiliated with the company but is not expected to wrestle.

Sting’s Expanded WrestleMania Weekend Plans

Originally, Sting was scheduled for a limited appearance in Las Vegas during WrestleMania week, but that has reportedly expanded. Whether that has anything to do with a potential Hall of Fame induction role remains unknown, but the timing is certainly interesting.

Sting officially retired at AEW Revolution 2024, ending his legendary career on a high note. While he’s no longer stepping into the ring, his ongoing AEW deal ensures he stays involved with the promotion in some capacity.

A Long-Awaited Hall of Fame Induction for Lex Luger

Luger, one of the most iconic stars of the ’80s and ’90s, will finally take his place in the WWE Hall of Fame on April 18, 2025, alongside Triple H and Michelle McCool. He’s also been working closely with DDP, who has helped him regain strength in hopes of one day walking again.

Another rumored induction for this year’s class is The Natural Disasters—the powerhouse tag team of Earthquake and Typhoon—but WWE has yet to confirm their inclusion.

Will WWE and AEW Work Together?

If WWE follows through with inviting Sting, it would be a rare case of the two promotions cooperating. AEW allowed Ric Flair to appear for WWE’s tribute to Bray Wyatt, so there’s some precedent for flexibility. But whether AEW would approve Sting’s involvement remains to be seen.

Would you like to see Sting induct Luger into the WWE Hall of Fame? Let us know in the comments!

AEW Dynamite Preview 3/19/2025

AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and Max from the Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston, Nebraska just outside of Omaha.

  • AEW World Championship – Street Fight: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Adam Copeland
  • International Championship Eliminator 4-Way Match: Orange Cassidy vs. Mark Davis vs. Ricochet vs. “Speedball” Mike Bailey
  • Megan Bayne vs. Kris Statlander

A blizzard is expected to hit the Omaha, Nebraska area today, coinciding with the AEW Dynamite TV tapings.

According to local reports, rain will transition to snow during the morning commute, with wind gusts reaching 40-50 MPH.

Blizzard conditions will persist throughout the day, with snow and wind gusts up to 60 MPH, potentially affecting both the morning and evening commutes. Local schools have already been shut down.

AEW President Tony Khan has taken to X to announce that all currently advertised AEW talent scheduled for this week’s episode of Dynamite are currently in Omaha.

AEW Collision Preview 3/15/2025

AEW Collision tonight live on TNT and Max from the The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada

  • AEW International Title Eliminator Tournament Match: Katsuyori Shibata vs. Ricochet
  • AEW International Title Eliminator Tournament Match: Mark Briscoe vs. Mark Davis
  • Undisputed Kingdom (Kyle O’Reilly & Roderick Strong) vs. FTR
  • Megan Bayne vs. Thunder Rosa

AEW’s Killswitch (FKA Luchasaurus) Reportedly Backstage at Revolution, Potential Plans Unclear

It’s been months since AEW fans last saw Killswitch, formerly known as Luchasaurus, in action. The powerhouse of The Patriarchy hasn’t competed since AEW All In: London 2024, where he played a pivotal role in Christian Cage’s victory during the Casino Gauntlet Match. However, his absence from AEW programming wasn’t just a creative decision—it stemmed from a serious medical emergency related to a compromised immune system and sleep apnea.

Now, new reports suggest that Killswitch may be nearing a return. According to Fightful Select, the former TNT Champion was backstage at AEW Revolution last weekend and was reportedly available to be used in some capacity. The report also mentioned speculation of an “alternate ending” for the event, though no concrete details have emerged.

While it remains unclear whether Killswitch has been medically cleared to wrestle, discussions were reportedly held regarding his potential involvement in the heated segment between Christian Cage, Adam Copeland, and Jon Moxley. However, when Fightful inquired further about his role in the rumored “alternate ending,” sources went quiet.

Killswitch’s absence has been notable, especially given his role as Christian Cage’s loyal enforcer in The Patriarchy. If he is indeed ready to return, his reintroduction could shake up AEW’s landscape, particularly in the ongoing rivalry between Cage, Copeland, and Moxley. For now, fans will have to wait and see when—and how—he makes his presence felt once again.

Stay tuned for updates as more details emerge about Killswitch’s status in AEW.

“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.

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.

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!

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.

AEW Collision Preview 3/8/2025

AEW Collision tonight on TNT and Max. the show was taped on Wednesday from the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento, California.

This is the last show before tomorrow’s AEW Revolution event.

  • AEW TNT Championship: Daniel Garcia (c) vs. Lee Moriarty
  • Momo Watanabe vs. Serena Deeb
  • Hologram vs. Dralistico
  • Harley Cameron vs. TBA
  • Kenny Omega to speak
  • R-Rated Superstar Cope to speak