AEW Collision tonight on TNT and HBO Max taped from Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
AEW has been dealt a tough blow as TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher is officially stepping away from the title due to injury.
Tony Khan broke the news during his pre-show livestream ahead of AEW Dynamite on X, revealing that Fletcher is dealing with a meniscus injury along with other physical setbacks. According to Khan, the damage is significant enough to keep “The Protostar” sidelined for several months, with an in-ring return now expected sometime in 2026.
Khan didn’t hold back when addressing Fletcher’s run, praising him as one of the greatest TNT Champions in AEW history. Still, with recovery now the priority, Fletcher has no choice but to vacate the championship.
With the title now up for grabs, AEW is wasting no time in reshaping the picture. A Casino Gauntlet Match has been announced for this Sunday’s AEW Dynasty pay-per-view in Vancouver, where a new TNT Champion will be crowned.
Momentum heading into that match is already shifting. On Dynamite, former TNT Champion Tommaso Ciampa picked up a key victory over Mascara Dorada, earning the coveted number one entry spot in the Gauntlet. That advantage could prove crucial in what’s expected to be a chaotic and high-stakes contest.
While Fletcher’s absence leaves a major void in the division, Dynasty now has even higher stakes as AEW prepares to usher in a new TNT Champion under unpredictable circumstances.
AEW is adding a unique twist to its Collision lineup next month with the announcement of a themed special titled “Fairway To Hell.”
The company confirmed that AEW Collision: Fairway To Hell will take place live on Saturday, May 9 from the SoFi Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. The venue itself is a notable choice, described as a high-tech indoor golf facility—hinting that AEW is going all-in on the golf-inspired concept.
According to the official announcement, early access premium seating will be available shortly, with general ticket sales opening on April 13. Fans can also register through AEW’s ticketing site for presale opportunities.
The “Fairway To Hell” branding has actually been in the works for some time. AEW filed to trademark the name back in June 2024, and Tony Khan later spoke about the idea as part of a larger concept. At the time, Khan pitched a charity golf event—potentially titled “Fairway to Heaven”—featuring wrestlers, athletes, and celebrities, followed by a themed episode of Dynamite or Collision under the “Fairway to Hell” banner.
It looks like that vision is now becoming reality. Reports indicate that AEW plans to incorporate golfers and social media influencers into the event, blending wrestling with a crossover sports-entertainment feel.
With Collision continuing to experiment with themed shows, Fairway To Hell could end up being one of the more unique presentations AEW has produced—especially given the unconventional setting. Fans will be watching closely to see how the company mixes in-ring action with the golf-themed atmosphere.
AEW Dynamite live tonight on TBS and HBO Max from Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
A new report suggests TNA Wrestling could be tightening restrictions on its roster, particularly when it comes to facing AEW talent on the independent scene.
According to Fightful Select, Moose was recently pulled from Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling’s “Multiverse” event scheduled for WrestleMania weekend. While initial explanations pointed to a scheduling conflict, there’s more to the story. Moose had reportedly already received approval from TNA to appear, raising eyebrows about why the decision was reversed so close to the event.
That move may signal a broader shift in TNA’s approach. There’s growing speculation that the company is actively working to prevent its wrestlers from competing against AEW talent altogether, even outside of official company shows. Internally, concerns have been raised about upcoming indie matches involving TNA names like Leon Slater and Nic Nemeth, who are slated to face AEW’s Ricochet and MJF, respectively.
For clarity, those bouts aren’t tied to the Multiverse show. Slater vs. Ricochet is currently booked for WrestleCon’s Mark Hitchcock Memorial Supershow during WrestleMania week, while Nemeth vs. MJF is scheduled for Create-A-Pro Wrestling’s “Monumental Moment” event on May 1.
As for what’s driving this apparent shift, there are a couple of theories making the rounds. One points to recent scheduling friction, specifically AEW Collision airing head-to-head with TNA iMPACT. Some within TNA reportedly believe President Carlos Silva was unhappy with that situation, even though the decision likely came from Warner Bros. Discovery rather than AEW itself.
Another explanation, per PWInsider, is more strategic. TNA may simply want to avoid scenarios where its talent could be perceived as weakened, particularly if they lose to wrestlers from another promotion in high-profile indie matches. Protecting the brand—and its stars—appears to be a growing priority.
At this point, it’s unclear whether external partners like WWE or AMC have influenced the decision, or if this is purely an internal call. Either way, if TNA does follow through with limiting these crossover appearances, it could mark the end of a quiet but notable trend of AEW vs. TNA clashes happening beyond the confines of their respective promotions.
Hikaru Shida is officially back in All Elite Wrestling—and she didn’t waste any time stepping into a high-stakes situation.
On the special Thursday edition of AEW Collision, the former three-time AEW Women’s Champion made her long-awaited return by answering an open challenge issued by reigning TBS Champion Willow Nightingale. With Nightingale calling out the best competition AEW has to offer, Shida emerged as a fitting—and surprising—response after more than a year away from AEW action.
The match itself delivered down the stretch, with Shida nearly reclaiming championship gold in dramatic fashion. After avoiding Nightingale’s top-rope moonsault, Shida connected with a running knee that almost sealed the deal. She followed up with a second knee strike moments later, but Nightingale showed resilience by kicking out again. In a sudden twist, the champion caught Shida off guard with a backslide pin to retain her title.
Tensions teased boiling over after the match. Shida grabbed her signature kendo stick and appeared ready to attack Nightingale from behind, but ultimately thought better of it and dropped the weapon. Nightingale responded with a respectful thumbs-up, signaling mutual respect despite the heated battle.
This marked Shida’s first AEW match since November 2024, when she faced Kris Statlander on Dynamite. Her absence was largely due to visa complications, which were resolved in October 2025. Around that same time, Shida reportedly secured a new contract with AEW, setting the stage for her eventual return.
While away from AEW programming, Shida remained active in Japan, competing for several promotions including WAVE, ZERO1, and OZ Academy. One of her most recent appearances came in November 2025 at OZ Academy’s Sonoko Kato retirement event, where she competed in an eight-woman tag match.
With her return now in the books, the big question is what comes next. Whether this was a one-off appearance or the beginning of a more consistent run remains unclear—but if this performance was any indication, Shida is ready to make an impact once again.
After months of speculation linking Chris Jericho to a potential WWE comeback, Jericho has instead resurfaced in familiar territory—making his return on AEW Dynamite and putting an end, at least for now, to the ongoing rumors.
Leading up to this week, there had been growing belief within WWE circles that Jericho was on track to rejoin the company where he built much of his legendary career. That chatter only intensified as WrestleMania season approached, with fans and insiders alike expecting some kind of major development.
According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, the situation took a turn very recently. Meltzer noted that he began hearing conflicting updates within a short window—initially getting wind of Jericho being tied to WrestleMania plans, only to then learn almost immediately that Jericho was headed to Winnipeg for AEW instead.
After checking in with WWE sources, Meltzer was told that Jericho is no longer expected to return to the company anytime soon—if at all. That response seemingly confirmed that Jericho had made his decision, paving the way for his AEW comeback.
While the exact reasoning behind Jericho’s choice remains unclear, Meltzer did shed some light on what WWE may have had in mind. The reported idea was to bring Jericho back for a retirement run, positioning his return as a farewell tour rather than a long-term program.
If that was indeed the pitch, it’s possible it didn’t align with Jericho’s vision for this stage of his career. Instead, he’s back in AEW, where he continues to be a central figure and has more creative flexibility moving forward.
For now, Jericho’s return to Dynamite puts an end to one of wrestling’s more intriguing “what if” scenarios—at least temporarily. As always in pro wrestling, though, never say never.
AEW Collision tonight with a special Thursday edition on TNT and HBO Max taped from the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Chris Jericho is back in AEW—and he didn’t waste any time reminding everyone exactly who he is.
The former world champion made a surprise return during the opening moments of AEW Dynamite, which just so happened to take place in his hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba. While fans had been buzzing earlier in the day about a possible comeback, few expected Jericho to show up so quickly—or in such dramatic fashion.
Tony Schiavone was in the ring preparing to oversee a contract signing between AEW World Champion MJF and top contender Kenny Omega when things started to go sideways. Pyro began firing off unexpectedly, cutting into the segment and confusing everyone in the arena. After a couple of false starts, the camera turned toward the stage—and that’s when the familiar opening notes of “Judas” hit.
The Winnipeg crowd erupted.
Jericho walked out soaking in the moment, clearly enjoying the reaction as fans loudly sang along to his entrance theme. Taking his time, he eventually entered the ring and let the energy build before finally grabbing a microphone. His message was short and to the point: “Winnipeg! AEW! I’m home.”
That was all he needed to say.
After another brief celebration with the crowd, Jericho exited the ring, greeting fans at ringside before heading backstage. Interestingly, he didn’t stick around to get involved in the advertised contract signing, which proceeded without him following a chaotic backstage brawl between Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay.
Jericho’s return marks his first appearance on AEW television in nearly a year. He had been absent since dropping the ROH World Championship to Bandido at last year’s Dynasty pay-per-view. In the aftermath, Jericho told members of The Learning Tree faction that he needed time away, effectively writing himself off TV.
In recent weeks, speculation about his future picked up again—especially after Jericho filed a trademark for “The Cornerstone,” a move that had fans wondering whether a new character or direction was on the horizon.
For now, Jericho’s intentions remain unclear. But one thing is certain: with Jericho back in the mix, AEW just got a major shake-up—and it feels like this is only the beginning.
AEW Dynamite live tonight at 8/7c on TBS and HBO Max from the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
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