AEW Worlds End 12/27/2025 (Results)

AEW WORLDS END QUICK RESULTS:

  • Zero Hour Tag Match – Sisters of Sin def. Hyan & Maya World
  • Zero Hour Singles Match – Eddie Kingston def. Zack Gibson
  • Zero Hour Tag Match – Bandido & Mascara Dorada def. Don Callis Family
  • Zero Hour Tag Match – JetSpeed & Jurassic Express def. Josh Alexander & the Demand
  • Continental Classic semi-final – Kazuchika Okada def. Konosuke Takeshita
  • Continental Classic semi-final – Jon Moxley def. Kyle Fletcher
  • AEW Men’s World Tag Team Championship match – FTR (c) def. Bang Bang Gang
  • AEW Women’s Tag Team championship match – Babes of Wrath (c) def. Mercedes Moné & Athena
  • Darby Allin def. Gabe Kidd
  • Mixed Nuts Mayhem Match – Mark Briscoe, Orange Cassidy, Roderick Strong, & Toni Storm def. Claudio Castagnoli, Daniel Garcia, Wheeler Yuta, & Marina Shafir
  • AEW Women’s World championship match – Kris Statlander (c) def. Jamie Hayter
  • Continental Classic final for the Continental title – Jon Moxley def. Kazuchika Okada
  • AEW World championship match – MJF def. Samoa Joe (c), Hangman Page, and Swerve Strickland

Zero Hour Highlights

Sisters of Sin (Julia Hart & Skye Blue) def. Hyan & Maya World
Hart and Blue dominated early and weathered a brief comeback before finishing Hyan with an assisted swinging Rock Bottom to score the win.

Eddie Kingston def. Zack Gibson
Kingston outlasted Gibson in a gritty brawl, putting him away with a DDT. Post-match chaos followed until Angel Ortiz made a surprise return, chasing off the Grizzled Young Vets with his trademark Madball.

Bandido & Mascara Dorada def. Don Callis Family (Mark Davis & Rocky Romero)
A high-octane lucha showcase ended when Bandido drilled Romero with the 21-Plex to seal the victory.

JetSpeed & Jurassic Express def. Josh Alexander & The Demand
Despite early domination from the heels and an injured Luchasaurus being taken out, the dinosaur returned bandaged and furious, helping Jack Perry pin Ricochet after a running knee.

Worlds End Main Card

Continental Classic Semifinals

Kazuchika Okada def. Konosuke Takeshita
A brutal, technical masterpiece saw Okada survive Takeshita’s onslaught before using a hidden screwdriver shot—missed by the referee—to steal the win.

Jon Moxley def. Kyle Fletcher (Referee Stoppage)
Fletcher targeted Moxley’s leg relentlessly, but Mox survived everything thrown at him. A prolonged sleeper hold forced referee Bryce Remsburg to stop the match, advancing Moxley to the finals. Fletcher snapped afterward, attacking Moxley in frustration.

AEW World Tag Team Championship – Chicago Street Fight

FTR (c) def. Bang Bang Gang
An all-out war filled with tables, trash cans, and interference ended with FTR crushing Austin Gunn with a stump piledriver onto the tag belts to retain.

AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship

Babes of Wrath (Harley Cameron & Willow Nightingale) (c) def. Athena & Mercedes Moné
Despite constant friction between Athena and Moné, the challengers nearly had it won—until Willow caught Mercedes with a sudden side cradle to retain. Post-match tension clearly lingered between Athena and Moné.

Darby Allin def. Gabe Kidd

A violent, blood-soaked brawl saw both men busted open. Darby survived Kidd’s punishment and stole the win with a jackknife pin after an exhausting war.

Mixed Nuts Mayhem Match

Roderick Strong, The Conglomeration & Toni Storm def. Death Riders
Utter chaos ruled until Mark Briscoe planted Wheeler YUTA with a Jay Driller. Post-match celebrations grew with appearances from the Babes of Wrath, Mina Shirakawa, and Luther.

AEW Women’s World Championship

Kris Statlander (c) def. Jamie Hayter
A hard-hitting, evenly matched battle lived up to expectations. After surviving Hayter’s best shots, Statlander retained in a dramatic finish, proving once again why she remains champion.

Continental Classic Finals – AEW Continental Championship

Jon Moxley def. Kazuchika Okada (c)
Moxley finally conquered Okada. Surviving Rainmakers, low blows, and near-falls, Mox landed the Death Rider to win the Continental Classic and capture the Continental Championship. In a passionate post-match promo, Mox dedicated the victory to the entire AEW roster and the fans.

AEW Men’s World Championship – Fatal Four-Way

Maxwell Jacob Friedman def. Samoa Joe (c), “Hangman” Adam Page & Swerve Strickland

Absolute chaos closed the night. Interference from The Opps tilted the match multiple times, but in the end, MJF struck when it mattered most—delivering a low blow and Heatseeker to Samoa Joe to score the pin and reclaim the AEW World Championship.

WWE SmackDown Preview 12/26/2025

WWE SmackDown airs tonight on the USA Network in the US and Netflix internationally, taped from the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

  • Ilja Dragunov‘s WWE United States Championship Open Challenge
  • Joe Hendry concert
  • Christmas Street Fight: Joe Hendry vs. The Miz
  • Charlotte Flair vs. Lash Legend
  • Giulia and Kiana James vs. Alba Fyre and Women’s US Champion Chelsea Green
  • WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes to appear
  • Drew McIntyre to appear

AEW’s Partnership With Warner Bros. Discovery Expected to Continue Despite Potential Network Sales

Despite ongoing speculation surrounding Warner Bros. Discovery’s future and the possible sale of its cable properties, AEW’s television situation appears to be on solid ground for the foreseeable future.

During a recent Fightful Select Q&A, Sean Ross Sapp addressed concerns from fans about what a potential WBD sale could mean for AEW programming on networks like TBS and TNT. According to Sapp, there’s currently little reason for alarm. Any sale of WBD’s cable assets is not expected to be finalized until late 2026 at the earliest, and AEW’s existing television deal already provides built-in protection through that period.

As it stands, AEW is guaranteed at least one more full year on its current agreement, with an additional option year that can be exercised. That structure is important, as it gives any potential new ownership flexibility. If a buyer sees value in AEW’s programming, they can simply trigger the option year and continue business as usual. If not, they can opt out without major financial risk.

One of the key factors working in AEW’s favor is its cost efficiency. Sapp noted that AEW covers its own production expenses, making the product relatively inexpensive for a network compared to scripted programming. In an era where cable networks are tightening budgets, wrestling remains attractive due to its steady ratings and loyal audience without the massive overhead costs of traditional television shows.

That balance of dependable viewership and low operational burden makes AEW an easy property to keep, even amid corporate restructuring or ownership changes. While Warner Bros. Discovery has not publicly commented on how a sale might impact its wrestling content, all signs point to continuity rather than disruption.

AEW President Tony Khan has also expressed optimism about the relationship, recently stating his hope that the partnership with WBD continues for at least the next two years. Given the contractual safeguards already in place and AEW’s value as a consistent cable draw, that confidence appears well-founded.

For now, AEW fans can breathe easy. Even with uncertainty surrounding the broader media landscape, Dynamite and Collision don’t appear to be going anywhere anytime soon.

AEW Worlds End 12/27/2025 (Card)

AEW Worlds End – Saturday December 27, 2025 – Now Arena – Chicago, IL

Main Card

  • AEW World Championship Match: Samoa Joe (c) vs. Swerve Strickland vs. Hangman Page vs. MJF
  • AEW Women’s Championship Match: Kris Statlander (c) vs. Jamie Hayter
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship Chicago Street Fight: FTR (c) vs. Bang Bang Gang
  • AEW Women’s Tag Team Championship Match: The Babes of Wrath (c) vs. Mercedes Mone & Athena
  • AEW Continental Classic Finals: TBA vs. TBA
  • AEW Continental Classic Semifinal Match: Kazuchika Okada vs. Konosuke Takeshita
  • AEW Continental Classic Semifinal Match: Kyle Fletcher vs. Jon Moxley
  • Mixed Nuts Mayhem: Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, PAC, & Marina Shafir vs. The Conglomeration & Toni Storm
  • Darby Allin vs. Gabe Kidd

Zero Hour:

  • Sisters of Sin (Julia Hart & Skye Blue) vs. Hyan & Mya World

Update On Unhappiness Over Thea Hail/Blake Monroe Accident

An unexpected title change on WWE NXT has reportedly led to some backstage frustration, following what many believe was a genuine in-ring mishap rather than a planned creative decision.

On the December 16 episode of NXT, Thea Hail captured the NXT North American Championship for the first time in her career, defeating Blake Monroe. While the moment came across as a big breakout win for Hail on television, multiple reports suggest the finish was not supposed to happen that way.

According to Fightful Select, the original plan called for Monroe to retain her championship. However, during the match, referee Felix Fernandez counted the three-count, officially crowning Hail as the new champion. Those close to the situation claim Monroe may have been injured prior to the pinfall, though the exact severity of the injury has not been confirmed.

The report notes that Monroe herself, along with members of her creative team, were unhappy with how the situation unfolded. Some criticism was directed toward Fernandez for completing the count, but NXT management reportedly sees things differently. Both Shawn Michaels and Matt Bloom are said to have praised the referee for following protocol and calling the match as he saw it, rather than stopping the finish mid-count.

The timing of the accidental title switch reportedly added to the frustration, as WWE had already filmed a significant amount of content ahead of the holiday season. An unplanned championship change can complicate storylines, especially when episodes are taped weeks in advance.

Despite the backstage noise, fans shouldn’t expect Blake Monroe to be kept out of the title picture for long. The former AEW standout has been heavily featured since arriving in WWE earlier this year, and the company appears ready to course-correct quickly. On this past week’s episode of NXT, Monroe confronted Hail and officially secured a rematch.

That rematch is now set for NXT: New Year’s Evil on January 6, 2026, where Hail will put her newly won North American Championship on the line against Monroe. Many expect the situation to be resolved there, potentially with Monroe regaining the title.

New Year’s Evil is shaping up to be a stacked show overall. WWE has also announced a Women’s Championship match featuring Jacy Jayne defending against Kendal Grey, as well as an NXT Championship bout between Oba Femi and Leon Slater.

Whether the accidental title win leads to longer-term plans for Thea Hail or simply serves as a brief detour remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: this unexpected moment has quickly become one of the most talked-about backstage stories in NXT heading into the new year.

AEW Christmas Collision Preview 12/25/2025

Tonight’s taped AEW Christmas Collision takes place from the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, airing on TBS and HBO Max with a special 9:00 pm ET start time. Tonight’s Collision will have a 2-Hour run time.

  • Continental Classic Gold League Match: Pac vs. Kevin Knight
  • Continental Classic Gold League Match: Speedball Baily vs. Kazuchika Okado
  • Continental Classic Gold League Match: Jungle Jack Perry vs. Kyle Fletcher
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Konosuke Takeshita vs. Mascara Dorada
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Claudio Castagnoli vs. Roderick Strong
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Orange Cassidy vs. Jon Moxley
  • AEW Women’s tag Team Champions Babes Of Wrath (Willow Nightingale & Harley Cameron) vs. Hyan & Maya World

AEW Dynamite On 34th Street Preview 12/24/2025

Tonight’s taped AEW Dynamite On 34th Street takes place from the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, airing on TBS and HBO Max with a special 6:00 pm ET start time.

  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Konosuke Takeshita vs. Orange Cassidy
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Roderick Strong vs. Mascara Dorada
  • MJF in action
  • Dynamite Diamond Ring Final: Ricochet vs. ROH World Champion Bandido
  • Continental Classic Gold League Match: PAC vs. Jungle Jack Perry
  • AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander & Jamie Hayter – Face-to-Face Interview
  • Mina Shirakawa vs. Marina Shafir

WWE NXT Preview 12/23/2025

WWE NXT tonight on The CW. The episode was taped last Wednesday along with next week’s show.

  • WWE Women’s United States Championship: Chelsea Green (c) vs. Sol Ruca
  • WWE Men’s Speed Championship #1 Contenders Tournament: Competitors TBA
  • Stacks & Arianna Grace vs. Shiloh Hill & Skylar Raye
  • Lola Vice vs. Izzi Dame

Report On Possible Upcoming WWE Main Roster Call-Ups

Several rising NXT stars may be getting the call sooner rather than later, as a new backstage report suggests WWE is actively lining up its next wave of main roster promotions.

According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, discussions within WWE have intensified following the recent Saturday Night’s Main Event special, with multiple performers now firmly on the company’s internal call-up radar. While names like Trick Williams and Je’Von Evans were part of the broader conversation, Meltzer specifically pointed to Joe Hendry and Sol Ruca as talents being seriously considered.

Meltzer noted that Sol Ruca, in particular, appears to have gained significant momentum after her appearance on the special, where she was positioned strongly against Bayley. That showing reportedly stood out backstage, with Meltzer saying he was told as early as the following Sunday that Ruca’s main roster future was already being discussed. While there’s no confirmed timeline for her move, the belief is that her call-up is no longer a matter of “if,” but “when.”

Another name drawing major internal praise is Oba Femi. Meltzer indicated that WWE sources see Femi as more than just a typical NXT standout, describing him as someone the company views as legitimate main event material on the main roster. That level of confidence suggests WWE may have big plans once he officially transitions out of NXT.

One of the key takeaways from Meltzer’s comments was the importance WWE placed on how these talents connected with a broader, more traditional WWE audience during Saturday Night’s Main Event. The response from that crowd reportedly played a role in accelerating discussions, potentially fast-tracking call-ups that may have originally been planned further down the line.

While nothing has been officially announced, the backstage buzz points to WWE continuing its trend of refreshing the main roster with younger, homegrown talent. If these reports hold true, fans could soon see familiar NXT faces stepping into much bigger spotlight — and possibly making an immediate impact — on Raw or SmackDown.

Update On Andrade El Idolo’s WWE Non-Compete

Andrade El Idolo’s path back to the ring just became a lot clearer, and it opens the door for some major possibilities across the wrestling landscape.

According to recent reports, Andrade’s contractual ties to WWE officially ended on December 12, meaning he is now free to sign with any promotion he chooses. While his WWE departure dates back to September, the biggest hurdle was a reported year-long non-compete clause that could have kept him sidelined well into 2025. That obstacle, however, has now been removed.

Fightful Select reports that Rush played a key role behind the scenes by connecting Andrade with an attorney and representative who has an extensive working history with WWE. That assistance helped lead to an agreement that waived the non-compete entirely. Since Andrade had not been paid by WWE since his September release, both sides were able to reach terms allowing him to immediately explore opportunities elsewhere.

As a result, Andrade could soon appear in AEW once again. Andrade is now free to negotiate with any promotion, including AEW, CMLL, AAA, TNA, or others around the world. There were also visa-related complications after WWE’s sponsorship ended, but those issues are reportedly being addressed, and Andrade is said to be back in the United States.

On the AEW side, Tony Khan has remained openly optimistic. During the Worlds End media call earlier this week, Khan spoke highly of Andrade, noting mutual respect and interest between both parties. While Khan stopped short of confirming any immediate appearances, his comments only fueled speculation that Andrade’s AEW return could be closer than ever.

AEW has reportedly been cautious throughout the situation, especially following Andrade’s surprise appearance on AEW programming earlier this year, when he aligned with Don Callis and attacked Kenny Omega. Once WWE’s legal stance became clearer, AEW aimed to ensure the transition wouldn’t create further complications.

Adding even more intrigue, Andrade recently announced his return to NJPW, where he is scheduled to appear at Wrestle Kingdom 20 as part of the United Empire. That confirmation further supports the idea that his contractual limitations are now fully behind him.

With his non-compete waived, international bookings lined up, and AEW interest still very much alive, Andrade finds himself in one of the strongest positions of his career. Wherever he lands next, it’s clear that his name is once again a major player in the global wrestling conversation.