Category: AEW

AEW Double Or Nothing 5/25/2025 (Card)

AEW Double or Nothing – Sunday, May 25, 2025 – Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona

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Men’s Owen Hart Foundation Cup Tournament Final: “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Will Ospreay

Anarchy in the Arena: Kenny Omega, Swerve Strickland, Willow Nightingale, Samoa Joe, Powerhouse Hobbs & Katsuyori Shibata vs. Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Marina Shafir, Wheeler Yuta & The Young Bucks

AEW Women’s World Championship: Toni Storm (c) vs. Mina Shirakawa

Women’s Owen Hart Foundation Cup Tournament Final: Jamie Hayter vs. Mercedes Moné

AEW World Tag Team Championship: The Hurt Syndicate (c) vs. Sons Of Texas (Dustin Rhodes & Sammy Guevara)

AEW Continental Championship: Kazuchika Okada (c) vs. “Speedball” Mike Bailey

Stretcher Match: Mark Briscoe vs. Ricochet

FTR vs. Nigel McGuiness & Daniel Garcia

Paragon (Adam Cole, Roderick Strong & Kyle O’Reilly) vs. Don Callis Family (Konosuke Takeshita, Kyle Fletcher & Josh Alexander)

(Pre-show- The Buy -In) – Megan Bayne & Penelope Ford vs. Harley Cameron & Anna Jay

AEW Collision Preview 5/22/2025

AEW Collision tonight on TBS and Max, taped Wednesday night from the Rio Rancho Events Center in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

  • AEW TBS Championship: Mercedes Mone (c) vs. Reyna Isis
  • Grizzled Young Veterans vs. Kyle O’Reilly & Roderick Strong
  • “Speedball” Mike Bailey & Komander vs. RUSH & Dralistico
  • Kyle Fletcher vs. Jay Lethal
  • FTR, Nigel McGuinness & Daniel Garcia contract signing

ROH & AEW Shuffle Weekly TV Lineup:

There’s a shake-up in the usual pro wrestling schedule this week, as both Ring of Honor and AEW are making rare programming shifts.

ROH has announced that this week’s episode of ROH on HonorClub will not air on its typical Thursday night slot. Instead, the show is moving to Friday—it will also stream for free on YouTube, in addition to the usual HonorClub platform. This makes a opportunity for viewers who haven’t subscribed to get a taste of the current ROH product without dropping a dime.

Meanwhile, over in the AEW camp, Collision is also on the move this week. The Saturday night show will instead air on Thursday night, which likely prompted the schedule adjustment on the ROH side to avoid overlap and give each brand its spotlight.

AEW Dynamite Preview 5/21/2025

AEW Dynamite airs live tonight on TBS and Max from the Rio Rancho Events Center in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

  • MJF’s official contract signing into The Hurt Syndicate
  • Mercedes Moné face and Jamie Hayter will go face-to-face
  • Will Ospreay and “Hangman” Adam Page will go face-to-face
  • Mina Shirakawa vs Julia Hart (“Timeless” Toni Storm on Commentary)
  • All Star Trios Match: Jon Moxley and Young Bucks vs. Samoa Joe, Powerhouse Hobbs and Swerve Strickland

Saraya Speaks Out After Fan Reportedly Tried to Kiss Her at Autograph Signing

Former AEW and WWE star Saraya is calling out inappropriate fan behavior after a disturbing incident at a recent autograph signing, where a fan reportedly tried to kiss her without consent.

The incident occurred on Saturday during a public meet-and-greet. Saraya took to Twitter shortly after to express her anger and frustration, writing:

“Crazy I have to say this but. If you come to my signings… please don’t try to kiss me anywhere. Especially ON MY MOUTH. He wasn’t able to because I moved. But Jesus f**king Christ.”

The post quickly went viral, resonating with fans and fellow wrestlers alike, many of whom voiced support for Saraya and condemned the fan’s behavior. The moment has reignited ongoing conversations in the wrestling world about respecting personal boundaries, especially during fan interactions like signings and conventions.

While most fans who attend these events are respectful and appreciative, this situation highlights a persistent issue — particularly for women in the industry — where personal space is too often disregarded. Wrestling may blur lines between characters and real life, but there’s no excuse for violating someone’s autonomy and safety.

Saraya, who has been a high-profile presence in both AEW and WWE, is no stranger to public scrutiny and has long been vocal about setting boundaries with fans. This latest incident only reinforces the importance of wrestlers — and promotions — taking stronger stances on safe fan engagement protocols.

Let this serve as a reminder: admiration does not grant permission. Respect wrestlers as performers and as people — and when you’re at a signing, keep your hands, and lips, to yourself.

AEW Star Darby Allin Successfully Reaches Mt. Everest Summit

Darby Allin may be thousands of miles away from the AEW ring, but he’s just taken a massive step toward making his long-awaited return to the company — by literally standing on top of the world.

The former TNT Champion has officially reached the summit of Mount Everest, according to updates from the online log tracking his journey. Allin began the dangerous climb in April, and as of yesterday, he and his team have successfully made it to the top of the world’s highest peak. Now comes the equally treacherous descent — and then, eventually, a return to AEW.

Allin was the only first-time climber in his group, making this accomplishment even more remarkable. However, the climb hasn’t been without consequence to his wrestling career. Originally, he was slated to return to AEW in time for the 2024 Owen Hart Cup, but delays in his Everest expedition forced him to miss the tournament entirely. That means fans will have to wait a bit longer for the next chapter in his simmering feud with AEW World Champion Jon Moxley.

Allin’s last appearance on AEW television came in December, when he was violently written off programming — thrown down a flight of stairs by Moxley’s Deathriders faction. The brutal exit was designed to give Allin time to prepare for Everest, but it also left unfinished business between him and the champion.

With Allin out of the Owen Hart Cup, the tournament’s spotlight has shifted to its final matchup between Will Ospreay and Hangman Page. The two will clash at Double or Nothing on May 25 in Glendale, Arizona, with the winner earning a title shot against Moxley at All In: Texas on July 12 at Globe Life Field in Arlington.

As for Allin, there’s still no confirmed date for his AEW return — and it remains to be seen how the physically demanding expedition might affect his in-ring readiness. But if there’s one thing Darby Allin has made clear, it’s that he doesn’t shy away from a challenge — whether it’s a 29,000-foot mountain or Jon Moxley waiting for him at the top of AEW.

AEW Collision ‘Beach Break’ Preview 5/17/2025

AEW Collision ‘Beach Break’ airs Saturday night on TNT and Max, beginning at 8:00 pm ET taped from the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

  • A Tribute to Steve “Mongo” McMichael – with Ric Flair
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match: CRU vs. ROH World Tag Team Champions Dustin Rhodes & Sammy Guevara
  • Kyle Fletcher vs. AR Fox
  • Anna Jay vs. Megan Bayne
  • Blake Christian vs. “Speedball” Mike Bailey
  • Chicago Street Fight: Bryan Keith & Big Bill vs. Gates of Agony

Jim Ross Diagnosed with Colon Cancer, Set for Surgery in Coming Weeks

Wrestling legend and iconic commentator Jim Ross has announced he’s once again facing a battle with cancer. In a heartfelt update posted to his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Ross revealed that he was diagnosed with colon cancer earlier this week and is preparing to undergo surgery within the next two weeks. The AEW announcer also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from fans during this difficult time.

This marks the second time Ross has had to confront cancer. In 2021, he revealed a skin cancer diagnosis, which led to successful treatment but left lingering side effects that continued to impact him for years. Despite those health challenges, Ross remained an enduring presence in professional wrestling, especially through his work with All Elite Wrestling.

Most recently, “Good Ol’ JR” was part of the commentary team at AEW Dynasty in April. While his appearances have become more sporadic in recent years, Ross has remained a valued part of AEW’s broadcast team, especially for high-profile pay-per-view events. His voice—familiar, passionate, and unmistakably authentic—has long been a staple of pro wrestling history.

Jim Ross joined AEW in 2019, lending his gravitas and decades of experience to the upstart promotion from its inception. But his legendary career started well before AEW was ever conceived. Ross began in the industry in the mid-1970s, initially working as a referee before moving behind the commentary desk. He made his name in Jim Crockett Promotions, which eventually became WCW, and by the early ’90s, Ross had become one of the most respected voices in the business.

In 1993, Ross made his WWE debut at WrestleMania IX and soon became the voice of a generation during the company’s Attitude Era. Known for his emotional storytelling, iconic catchphrases, and no-nonsense delivery, JR’s commentary was instrumental in elevating some of the biggest moments and stars in WWE history. Though his tenure with Vince McMahon’s company included several ups and downs, Ross remained a cornerstone of WWE television until his departure in 2013.

Following WWE, Ross took his talents overseas to provide English commentary for NJPW before returning for a short WWE stint, eventually finding a new home in AEW.

As Ross prepares for surgery and takes time to focus on his health, the wrestling world is rallying around him once again. His legacy is cemented, but fans and colleagues alike are hoping this Hall of Fame-caliber voice has many more chapters left to tell.

Wrestling News Blog sends their best to Jim Ross—wishing him strength, healing, and a swift recovery.

AEW Dynamite ‘Beach Break’ 5/14/2025

AEW Dynamite ‘Beach Break’ airs live tonight on TBS and Max, beginning at 8:00 pm ET from the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

  • AEW World Championship – Steel Cage Match: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Samoa Joe
  • AEW Women’s World Championship Eliminator Match: Toni Storm (c) vs. Mina Shirakawa vs. Skye Blue vs. AZM
  • Will Ospreay and Hangman Adam Page vs. Don Callis Family’s Konosuke Takeshita and Josh Alexander
  • Ricochet vs. Zach Gowen
  • Bobby Lashley will give his answer to MJF

Jake “The Snake” Roberts Undergoes Successful Heart Surgery

Wrestling legend Jake “The Snake” Roberts is on the mend after undergoing successful heart ablation surgery—and if all goes well, he could be back on the road with fans before the month is out.

The WWE Hall of Famer and current AEW personality had the procedure on May 13 to address an irregular heartbeat. Roberts, who also manages chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), discovered the arrhythmia earlier this year while hospitalized for pneumonia. He first mentioned the issue on a February episode of his podcast The Snake Pit, saying:

“I got a problem with my ticker. But by going in, I caught it, and we got to go have a couple of procedures done, and it’ll be all hunky dory then.”

The heart ablation procedure—commonly used to correct arrhythmias by targeting problematic heart tissue—appears to have gone smoothly. His wife, Cheryl Roberts, shared the good news via Instagram shortly after the surgery, noting that Jake was already making strong progress and expected to be discharged soon. She added that following a week of recovery, Roberts plans to resume traveling and appearances.

Jake himself later chimed in with his own post-op update, letting fans know he’s doing well and eager to get back out there. His next scheduled appearance is at Iron City Comic Con in Birmingham, Alabama on May 31 and June 1, and all signs point to Roberts being ready to go for the event.

It’s nothing short of remarkable given Roberts’ past health battles and storied personal journey, and even more so considering he turns 70 later this month. As always, “The Snake” continues to prove he’s one of the toughest icons in wrestling history.