Ed: “Fans, settle in. AEW has been moving fast this week — Paris, Pittsburgh, and everywhere in between — and the road to WrestleDream is tightening like a drum.”
Gordon: “Clockwork Carnage qualifiers, title defenses, and a Collision card in Paris that felt like a pay‑per‑view. Let’s start with the headlines.”
⭐ Headlines
Nattie wants to do more Bloodsport
Natalya said she wants to continue working with Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport, praising the physicality and the hybrid grappling style. She called it “a challenge I want more of,” signaling she’s not done exploring shoot‑style wrestling.
Clockwork Carnage qualifiers
The field for AEW’s first-ever Clockwork Carnage match keeps growing:
Samoa Joe qualified on Dynamite by beating Jack Perry.
Speedball Mike Bailey qualified on Collision by defeating Lee Moriarty.
Ricochet vs Ace Austin is set for Wednesday to determine another entrant.
AJ Styles didn’t want to be Bullet Club leader
AJ Styles explained that when he joined NJPW, he didn’t want to be the “leader” of Bullet Club — he wanted the group to feel more like a collective than a hierarchy. He said the faction worked best when everyone contributed rather than following one figurehead.
⭐ AEW WEEK IN REVIEW
Ed: “Collision Grand Slam: Paris was the centerpiece, but the entire week was stacked with movement toward WrestleDream.”
⭐ AEW Collision — October 10, 2026
Adidas Arena — Paris, France
🔹 The Conglomeration vs Death Riders
Winners: Death Riders
A wild, multi‑layered brawl featuring Marina Shafir and Willow Nightingale mixing it up with the men. Claudio and Yuta eventually isolated Kyle O’Reilly, finishing with a gut‑wrench lift and double stomp for the pin.
Gordon: “That was less a match and more a controlled riot.”
🔹 Nick Wayne vs Chris Jericho
Winner: Nick Wayne
Wayne jumped Jericho before the bell, fought through Jericho’s veteran tricks, countered the Judas Effect, and hit Wayne’s World to score a major win in Paris.
🔹 Clockwork Carnage Qualifier
Speedball Mike Bailey vs Lee MoriartyWinner: Speedball Mike Bailey
A technical sprint with both men trading submissions, strikes, and rope‑running counters. Bailey hit Ultima Weapon to secure his spot in Clockwork Carnage.
Ospreay came out afterward to congratulate his United Empire teammate.
🔹 Swerve Strickland vs Carlie Bravo
Winner: Swerve Strickland
Bravo brought STP backup, but Swerve fought through interference, hit House Call, then Swerve Stomp to close it out.
🔹 Andrade El Idolo vs Michael Oku — National Championship
Winner (and still): Andrade
Oku pushed Andrade with hurricanranas, knees, and a frog splash to the back, but Andrade’s DM elbow ended it. Andrade then issued an open challenge — Tommaso Ciampa answered, shook his hand, then blindsided him with a running knee and Willow’s Belle on the title belt.
Ed: “Ciampa didn’t just accept the challenge — he stamped it.”
🔹 Sisters of Sin vs Wrathlander vs Divine Dominion
Winner: Wrathlander
A chaotic three‑team fight with avalanche superplexes, double‑team sequences, and constant breakups. Statlander hit Saturday Night Fever on Hart to secure Wrathlander’s shot at the Women’s Tag Titles.
🔹 Young Bucks vs The Dogs — AEW World Tag Team Championship
Winners (and still): Young Bucks
The Dogs jumped the Bucks early and nearly stole it with Full Clip, but the Bucks rallied, hit BTE Trigger, and pinned Finlay.
After the bell, Kyle Fletcher and Kevin Knight attacked the Bucks, with Don Callis joining in and leaving the champions laid out as Fletcher and Knight held the belts.
Gordon: “That’s not foreshadowing — that’s a warning shot.”
⭐ AEW News & Rumors
Clockwork Carnage hype continues — AEW pushing it as a hybrid of multi‑man chaos and endurance match.
Ricochet vs Ace Austin set for Dynamite to determine another entrant.
Ciampa vs Andrade expected to be confirmed for WrestleDream.
Death Riders vs Callis Family tensions rising — Moxley’s promo on Collision made clear they’re fighting angry.
Swerve Strickland continues to build momentum ahead of trios title implications.
Nick Wayne’s win over Jericho being framed internally as a “career pivot moment.”
⭐ Dusty Rhodes — July 2, 1994
“The view never changes” — WCW Promo
Ed: “Before we close, we go back to one of the great talkers of all time.”
On July 2, 1994, Dusty Rhodes delivered a promo in WCW that became legendary for one line:
“The view never changes.”
Dusty used the phrase to describe wrestlers who stay behind others, never stepping up, never taking risks, never pushing past the shadows of bigger stars. His message was simple: if you stay in the back of the line, the view never changes — you’ll always be staring at someone else’s success.
Credit: cagematch.net
PROMO
[Dustin Rhodes has just defeated Bunkhouse Buck thanks to interference by Dusty Rhodes. Several wrestlers swarm the ring, including members of Colonel Robert Parker’s Stud Stable. After everyone is separated, Dusty calls Dustin back into the ring and addresses him.]
Dusty Rhodes: “Come here, Dustin. I want everybody to bear with me just for a minute… I want to talk to my son in front of the whole world. When you were born, when you were a baby, when you were born, I went off to seek my fame and fortune. I neglected you! Then later on, when I became Worlds Heavyweight Champion, I neglected you. Then lately I became this corporate cowboy, if you will… in public with a suit and tie on. And I neglected you! And when it came down to choose a partner, I was off in Hollywood… and I neglected you.
Let me tell you something. Bunkhouse Buck, let me tell you, Colonel Parker, they all nothing but chicken feeds, that’s all they are, brother. Let me tell you something else… Terry Funk is nothing but a lowlife watermelon-thief egg-sucking dog! And let me tell you something about Arn Anderson. Arn Anderson, my son offered up his innocence, and you paid him back in SCORN! The HELL with you, Arn Anderson! Arn Anderson has never been nothing but a walk-behinder. And when you walk behind, and you’re not a leader, then the view never changes, baby! The view never changes, baby! The view never changes!
You have the ability to be the Worlds Heavyweight Wrestling Champion. There is not a greater athlete at your age in this sport. But I… I want to ask you a favour. I want to ask you a favour in front of… in front of God and the whole world. I know that the Clash of Champions on August the 24th, you put your name on the dotted line. I don’t want you to look for another partner! I don’t want you to go and FIND another man! I don’t want you to go out and get on your knees and beg another scum-sucking PIG to be your partner! I’m asking you if you can carry this old out-of-shape, old bent-out, old spindly-legged man… I want to be your partner!” [Loud cheering. Dustin now has his face in his hand, lost in thought. Dusty raises his hand to calm the crowd so he can continue.]
I don’t need no handshake. Because up there, [pointing to the crowd] right now tonight, there’s- there’s people with their brothers, their sisters and their wives. They are blood! The Kennedys were blood! The Earps were blood! The Rhodes are blood! I don’t need a handshake! What I need now from you, is just a hug and a kiss, to seal the deal, baby!” [Father and son hug as the crowd cheers once more.]
Gordon: “It was Dusty telling the world that complacency is death in this business.”
⭐ Closing from the sports desk
Ed: “So from Paris, AEW kept the engine roaring — title defenses, qualifiers, and a Collision card that felt like a global showcase.”
Gordon: “And in the background, you’ve got Nattie wanting more Bloodsport, AJ Styles reflecting on leadership, and Dusty’s old words reminding everyone that standing still is the surest way to fall behind.”
Ed: “We’ll be right here at the sports desk when the next bell rings. Stay sharp, stay loud, and keep your eyes on WrestleDream.”
Ed: “Before we dive into AEW, let’s hit the big headlines shaking up the wider wrestling world.”
Trick Williams wins the WWE United States Championship Trick Williams captured the U.S. Title with an assist from Lil Yachty, who helped neutralize interference and set up the decisive moment. It’s a major step up the card for Williams and a crossover spotlight thanks to Yachty’s involvement.
Joe Hendry announces new album ‘Beyond Belief’ Joe Hendry revealed that his next album, Beyond Belief, is scheduled for release on October 5, 2026. Given his history of wrestling‑themed tracks and self‑aware humor, this is already generating buzz among fans who “believe in Joe Hendry.”
AEW’s offer to Mike Tenay Tony Khan reportedly spoke with Mike Tenay about appearing for AEW—specifically tied to AEW Grand Slam Mexico—as a special commentary presence. Nothing is confirmed as a long‑term deal, but the idea of Tenay returning to a major promotion has fans talking.
Gordon: “Those three stories tell you a lot about where the business is right now—crossovers, nostalgia, and new projects all at once. In addition we’d like to take a moment to remember “Superstar” Bill Dundee and Andy “The Butcher” Williams. Rest in peace, gentlemen.”
AEW — sports desk overview
Ed: “Now, let’s turn the lens to AEW. Since Dynamite, the company’s week has revolved around keeping momentum after its recent big shows and using Collision to spotlight champions and new combinations.”
Gordon: “Dynamite continue the usual mix of promos, grudge matches, and title positioning, while Collision on September 5 gave us the clearest snapshot of where several divisions stand.”
AEW Collision — September 5, 2026
Andrade vs. Kidd — AEW National Championship
Result: Andrade successfully retained the AEW National Championship against Kidd.
Highlight: The match underscored Andrade’s grip on the mid‑card singles scene—he kept the title in a bout framed as a serious test, reinforcing his status as a central figure on Collision.
Ed: “Andrade didn’t just escape with the belt—he reminded everyone that the National Title is a real prize, not a placeholder.”
Persephone vs. Vertvixon — TBS Championship
Result:Persephone retained the TBS Championship.
Highlight: Another successful defense for Persephone, keeping her reign intact and the TBS belt firmly in the spotlight on Saturday nights.
Gordon: “Every defense like this adds weight to the title and to Persephone’s resume. She’s building a body of work, not just collecting wins.”
Motor City Machine Guns vs. The Swirl — tag team debut
Result:Motor City Machine Guns won their AEW tag team debut.
Highlight: The veteran team made an immediate impact, picking up a victory in their first AEW outing and signaling that the tag division just got even more crowded at the top.
Ed: “When a team with that pedigree walks in and wins right away, it sends a message to every other duo in the company.”
Full Collision Results
Credit: Cagematch
(02.09.2026) AEW Collision #160 – TV-Show @ Credit Union Of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas, USA The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson & Nick Jackson) defeat Don Callis Family (Brian Cage & Jake Doyle) (11:54) Adam Page & Brodido (Bandido & Brody King) defeat Braddah Kaimi, LVJ & Vin Parker (1:42) Nick Wayne defeats Komander (9:38) AEW TBS Title: Persephone (c) defeats Vertvixen (7:22) The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) defeat The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) (11:38) AEW National Title: Andrade El Idolo (c) defeats Gabe Kidd (10:56) ROH Women’s World Title Proving Ground: Athena [c] defeats Isla Dawn (4:58) Don Callis Family (Kevin Knight & Kyle Fletcher) defeat Bang Bang Gang (Ace Austin & Juice Robinson) (12:16)
Gordon: “Collision remains AEW’s space for longer matches and different pairings, complementing what Dynamite does mid‑week.”
Ed: “Taken together, it’s a week about reinforcing who the champions are and introducing new threats around them.”
AEW news & rumors — past week
Beyond the in‑ring action, AEW’s week has been shaped by a few notable stories:
Mike Tenay conversation:
Tony Khan’s reported talk with Tenay about an AEW appearance—especially tied to Grand Slam Mexico—has sparked speculation about special commentary roles or one‑night returns.
Roster and creative direction:
Ongoing chatter about how AEW balances its large roster across two main TV shows and international specials.
Fans continue to debate which divisions—world title, women’s, tag, trios—are getting the most focus week to week.
Legacy and tribute discussions:
With the recent passing of former AEW star The Butcher, there’s been conversation about how AEW might honor him on TV or social channels, reflecting the company’s tendency to acknowledge its history and alumni.
Gordon: “AEW’s week isn’t just about bell‑to‑bell—it’s about who might show up, who might be honored, and how the company keeps its identity clear with so many moving parts.”
February 2, 2022 — MJF’s “I will not quit” promo
To close, we wanted a look back at one of AEW’s defining promos—MJF’s February 2, 2022 speech, capped by the line:
“I will not quit! Because if I quit, then I’d be no better than you.”
Ed: “That promo was a turning point. MJF stood in the ring and peeled back layers of his character—talking about his past, his struggles, and why walking away would make him just another bitter story instead of the star he believes he is.”
Context
The promo aired on AEW Dynamite in early 2022, during the build to his feud with CM Punk.
MJF framed himself as a kid who once idolized Punk, only to feel abandoned when Punk left wrestling.
By the time he delivered that line, he was tying his refusal to quit to his desire to rise above resentment and prove he was better than the man he once looked up to.
Why the line matters
“I will not quit!” became a statement of intent—not just about one match or one feud, but about his entire career.
“Because if I quit, then I’d be no better than you.” flipped the dynamic: MJF cast quitting as the ultimate failure, something he associated with the people who let him down.
The promo helped cement MJF as more than just a loudmouth heel—it showed depth, history, and a twisted kind of motivation.
PROMO
Credit: Cagematch
“[MJF comes to the ring despondent after being challenged to a Dog Collar Match by CM Punk at Revolution on March 6th.]
MJF: “You know, I used to love CM Punk too, and I get that you guys wanna boo me, I’m not exactly the easiest person in the world to like, but I would just like you to give me an opportunity here. You know, CM Punk, he showed a photograph, he showed a photograph last week and he said that for him, it was just another Friday. Well for me, for me it wasn’t. Cos you know it’s really easy to think that I was raised with a silver spoon in my mouth, I know it was really easy to believe that you people understand my upbringing, but the fact of the matter is that in one point in my life, the only reason I got out of bed in the morning was because of professional wrestling, just like all of you, I love professional wrestling! I love AEW! And yes, you know what, that day meant more to me than just a Friday, that day meant everything to me! Let me go back a little bit in time. 2007, I’m 11 years old. I’ve got a litany of learning disabilities. I have severe attention deficit disorder. Every single day at school for me was hell. But the one thing I was good at was football, and I tried out for the team, I was one of only two Jewish kids who tried out…
[Some cheers from the crowd.]
We’ve got Jews in the house? Ummm, and you know, shockingly the coach decided to start me as the middle linebacker, and that meant everything to me, because for once, I thought I fit in. And then the next day at school, I’m walking the hallway at my school, and I see my teammates walking up to me, and I’m excited because for once in my life, I actually think I’m going to make friends. And they look angry. And in their hands, they’re holding rolls of quarters. And all of them decided to throw the quarters at me as hard as they physically could, and they said Pick it up, Jew boy, pick it up. I went home, and I cried, and I cried, and I cried, but finally I stopped cos I realised today’s Friday, and that means today I get to meet my hero CM Punk at an autograph signing! CM Punk, my hero, the guy I looked up to, CM Punk, the best in the world! That day meant everything to me, and when I went back home, I made a promise to myself that I was going to be just like my hero CM Punk, I wasn’t going to be afraid to speak up for myself, I, this 5 foot nothing ADD riddled Jew boy, was gonna become the best in the world! Fast forward, December 2013, I’ve gotten stronger, I’ve gotten faster, I’ve got football scholarships coming at me left and right, but I don’t give a damn because all I want to be is like my hero CM Punk, I want to be a professional wrestler! I’m studying tape, I’m watching matches until my eyes bleed, I’m practicing promos in the mirror, I’m practicing promos in the mirror until my voice gets hoarse, all because I want to be like CM Punk.
[MJF pauses to collect his thoughts, the fans are unsure of how to react to what he is saying.]
January 2014, you leave me when I needed you most, when I believed in you! You left me! You left all of us! That’s when I realised if the best in the world couldn’t do it, why could some dumb, 5 foot nothing, ADD riddled Jew boy? So I went to college like a good boy, I packed my bags and I drove off and I quit on my dreams, and I buried my happiness deep down, I buried my dreams deep down, until one day I’m in my dorm room and I’m scrolling on Instagram, and there’s an account called The Wrestling Classic. And there’s a photograph of CM Punk shaking hands with Bryan Danielson. CM Punk, the same guy who I believed in, the same guy who left me when I needed him most, I was livid, I packed my bags, I got in my car, and I promised to myself that day, I made a promise that I was going to become the best in the world in spite of CM Punk! I made a promise that whatever outcast kid at school, who was getting bullied, who was getting bullied, had me to watch on his TV screen and I made a promise that I wasn’t going to leave him high and dry, just like you did CM Punk, you gutless coward! At Revolution, March 6th, you can choke me with the chain, you can whip me with the chain, you can make me bleed buckets, but I will not quit! Because if I quit, then I’d be no better than you. And we all know that’s not the case! Because my name is Maxwell Jacob Friedman, and I’m better than you… and you know it!”
[CM Punk comes out to the ring to see if what MJF said was real, there is an awkward look between the two.]
CM Punk: [off mic] “Is that the truth? Was that real?”
[MJF walks out of the ring, a tear in his eye, leaving Punk conflicted.]”
Gordon: “When you look at AEW today—the champions, the challengers, the promos—it’s hard not to see echoes of that moment. Wrestlers trying to prove they won’t walk away, that they’ll fight through whatever’s in front of them, because quitting would make them just another name that didn’t live up to the hype.”
Ed: “So that’s the week in AEW since September 3rd’s Dynamite—titles defended, new teams arriving, offers made to legendary voices, and a reminder from the past that sometimes one sentence can define a career. That’s your snapshot from the sports desk.”
📍 Credit Union of Texas Event Center — Allen, Texas 📺 Post–All In fallout episode
🎙️ Sports Desk Opening
Ed: “Fans, AEW walked into Allen, Texas with the momentum of a freight train after All In — and Dynamite didn’t waste a second reminding everyone that the company is already looking ahead.”
Gordon: “This was a forward‑driving broadcast. New champions speaking their truth, divisions reshaping themselves, and All Out coming into focus.”
🟥 Will Ospreay Opens the Show
Segment grade: C+
Ospreay arrived with the AEW World Championship and a cut on his forehead — a visual reminder of the war with Omega. He promised to settle their 2–2 record “whenever The Cleaner is ready,” then challenged the entire roster to match his fire.
Ricochet interrupted, claiming he “made Ospreay” and demanding the first title shot. Gabe Kidd and Clark Connors followed with threats of their own. Ospreay’s new United Empire — Callum Newman, Francesco Akira, Henare — backed him up, setting the stage for a later match.
Ed: “Ospreay soaked in the moment, but Ricochet and Kidd made sure he didn’t get too comfortable.”
🟥 World Trios Championship
Swerve Strickland & The New Level (c) def. The Rascalz
Grade: A
A frantic, high‑energy opener. The Rascalz overwhelmed Swerve early with synchronized offense, but Creed and Kofi rallied. The finish saw Swerve catch Xavier with a House Call, followed by a double‑team stomp/Big Ending combo.
Gordon: “This is what AEW’s trios division looks like when it’s firing on all cylinders — speed, creativity, and champions who feel like champions.”
The Young Bucks confronted New Level afterward, teasing future tension.
🟥 Triangle TLC Tag Match Announced for All Out
Grade: C
Adam Copeland apologized for All In; Christian Cage did not. FTR demanded a title shot. Cope announced a three‑team TLC match: C&C vs. Young Bucks vs. FTR.
Ed: “That’s a pay‑per‑view anchor if I’ve ever seen one.”
🟥 TNT Championship
Darby Allin (c) def. Mark Davis
Grade: B
Davis jumped Allin during his entrance, leading to a wild pre‑match brawl. Once the bell rang, Davis dominated with power until Allin rallied with a Code Red and two Coffin Drops.
Post‑match: Trent Beretta and Rocky Romero attacked Allin. Steven Borden made the save — only for Josh Alexander to return and flatten both men.
Gordon: “Davis looked like a monster, but Allin’s resilience remains unmatched.”
🟥 Alex Windsor vs. Megan Bayne
Megan Bayne def. Alex Windsor
Grade: C+
A physical bout that never fully found its rhythm. Lena Kross handed Bayne a title belt, allowing her to blast Windsor and hit a running powerbomb for the win.
Ed: “Divine Dominion isn’t done with the Brawling Birds — not by a long shot.”
🟥 Mercedes Moné & Thekla Face‑Off
Grade: B
Moné celebrated her historic fourth world title across four major companies, then mocked Willow Nightingale’s injuries. Thekla appeared with a drink in hand, thanking Moné for taking out Willow — before promising to take the title back.
Gordon: “Two heels, one belt, and a crowd that loves both. That’s combustible.”
🟥 Continental Championship Eliminator
Jon Moxley (c) def. AR Fox
Grade: B‑
Fox threw everything he had at Moxley — 450 splash included — but Mox shrugged it off, locked in a sleeper, and finished with a Death Rider.
Ed: “Moxley looks unstoppable. Even Ospreay hasn’t solved him.”
🟥 Main Event — United Empire vs. The Demand & The Dogs
A chaotic, multi‑man showcase. Andrade hit Día de los Muertos, Ospreay landed the Hidden Blade, and the champions stood tall.
Post‑match: Kidd attacked Ospreay with a chair. Moxley made the save. Andrade dragged Kidd into the crowd. The titantron revealed the All Out main event:
Will Ospreay vs. Jon Moxley — AEW World Championship
Gordon: “That’s the match Ospreay hasn’t been able to win. And AEW knows it.”
🟦 Final Sports Desk Word
Overall Grade: B+
Ed: “AEW didn’t linger on All In — they launched straight into All Out mode. Champions spoke, challengers stepped up, and the card began to take shape.”
Gordon: “A forward‑looking Dynamite with purpose, pacing, and plenty of fire. AEW kept the train rolling.”
Ed: “We can safely say Dynamite was about one thing: making All In feel like the start of something, not just the end.”
AEW news & rumors
Gordon: “On the news and rumor front, the week after a major stadium show usually brings a familiar set of talking points.
Latest AEW Contract Rumors and Expiration Updates Several AEW stars are currently in the spotlight for contract rumors, with some facing potential expirations and others rumored to be on the cusp of long-term deals. Bayley (WWE) – While not in AEW, Bayley’s WWE contract is set to expire in late 2026, and recent reports suggest WWE creative is actively pitching her return to Raw within weeks. Her absence from WWE TV has fueled speculation about her future, with AEW’s Mercedes Mone and other former WWE stars adding to the buzz. Nick Jackson (The Young Bucks) – Reports from Dave Meltzer have speculated that Nick Jackson may be on his final pro-wrestling contract. This comes after his heartfelt post-All In message thanking fans and reflecting on the evolution of AEW, which could hint at a possible exit. Jon Moxley – AEW has publicly confirmed Jon Moxley’s contract runs through 2027, with no WWE return or Shield reunion planned. This long-term deal secures his place in the company for the foreseeable future. Queen Aminata – AEW has triggered an extension for Queen Aminata, keeping her contract through at least February 2027. Other AEW roster members – Multiple reports list AEW stars with multi-year deals through 2027 or later, including Adam Cole, Samoa Joe, FTR, Kota Ibushi, and The Rascalz. Swerve Strickland’s deal is at least until 2028, and Kenny Omega’s is at least through 2027. Key takeaway – For AEW, the most active contract rumor right now is around Nick Jackson’s potential exit, while Jon Moxley’s 2027 end date is a firm confirmation. Queen Aminata’s extension and several other multi-year deals suggest stability for much of the roster, but expirations for some stars (like Bayley in WWE) could influence future AEW moves if they join the company. If you’re tracking AEW roster changes, the next few months will be critical for anyone near the end of their current contract, as expirations could lead to signings, extensions, or departures.
Injury notes:
Jim Ross was already preparing for brain surgery when he suffered another setback that no one knew about. The WWE Hall of Famer has now revealed that he actually broke two toes the very morning of his procedure — and didn’t realize the extent of the injury until doctors examined him at the hospital. On the September 3 episode of Grilling JR, Ross explained that calling wrestling matches isn’t what’s keeping him off AEW programming. He believes he can still do the job, but doctors are worried about his stability and the risk of another fall. “If it’s just watching the match, breaking it down, and calling what I see — I can do that right now. They’re just concerned about me falling again, and they want me steadier on my feet.” Ross then revealed that he suffered another fall — separate from the frightening bedroom incident he previously discussed. This one happened on the morning of his brain surgery. “Did I tell you what happened the morning of my surgery? I fell.” He went through the entire procedure without knowing that both his big toe and the toe beside it on his left foot were broken. The fractures were only discovered after hospital staff took X‑rays. “My big toe and the one next to it on my left foot — both broken. I didn’t know until they X‑rayed them at the hospital.” Already facing a major operation involving drilling into his skull and installing a shunt to drain excess fluid, the timing of the injury shook him. “I’m thinking, is this an omen? On the morning of my surgery, they’re going to drill a hole in my head, run a tube down into my stomach… is this my fate?” The broken toes have made his balance issues even harder to manage. Ross has been wearing a walking boot on his injured foot and a regular shoe on the other, creating an uneven setup that makes moving around difficult — especially when doctors already want him taking things slowly. “It’s hard to keep your balance when you’ve got a walking boot on one foot and a flip‑flop or tennis shoe on the other. Not easy to move quickly.” That’s why Ross’ return to AEW isn’t simply about whether he feels capable of doing commentary. He wants to be there, and he says Tony Khan wants him back as soon as he’s physically able. Right now, safely making the trip is the bigger obstacle. “If my broken toes aren’t an issue, then what else can go wrong? I’m going to be there.” Ross emphasized that Khan has not pressured him at all. Instead, he says the AEW President has been supportive throughout his health struggles. “Tony doesn’t expect me to be there — he wants me there if I’m able. He’s been great with everything I’m dealing with.” Ross previously shared that he suffered another fall during recovery, crashing into a bedroom bench hard enough to rip screws out of it. Now we know he was already dealing with two broken toes from a separate fall before doctors even performed the brain surgery. JR believes he can still call matches once he’s seated at the desk — but getting to the desk safely is what his doctors want resolved first.
Ed: “AEW’s week isn’t just what happens on TV—it’s the swirl of what might happen next.”
Classic spotlight — Sting vs. Ric Flair (Clash of the Champions I, 1988)
Gordon: “This is one of those matches that lives in the DNA of modern wrestling—especially for anyone who grew up on the sports desk era.”
Event context
Date: March 27, 1988
Promotion: Jim Crockett Promotions (NWA)
Show: Clash of the Champions I
Location: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina
Match: Ric Flair (NWA World Heavyweight Champion) vs. Sting
Stipulation: NWA World Heavyweight Championship, 45‑minute time‑limit
Match story
Sting was the explosive, rising babyface—power, speed, and charisma.
Flair was the established world champion—crafty, technical, and willing to bend every rule.
The match was designed to test whether Sting could hang with the very best for a full main‑event length.
Key beats
Sting used his strength early: press slams, big clotheslines, and high‑energy offense to keep Flair off balance.
Flair targeted Sting’s leg, going to his trademark strategy—chop blocks, stomps, and the Figure‑Four Leglock.
Sting fought through the leg work, repeatedly powering out of holds and firing up the crowd with comebacks.
The match went the full 45 minutes, with Sting nearly scoring the win in the closing seconds after a Stinger Splash and Scorpion Deathlock attempt.
The bell rang as Sting was on the verge of victory, resulting in a time‑limit draw. Flair kept the title, but Sting walked out a made man.
Why it matters
It cemented Sting as a top‑line star—someone who could go the distance with the world champion.
It reinforced Flair’s aura as the champion who could survive anything, even if he didn’t always win clean.
The match is still cited as one of the greatest TV title matches ever, and a blueprint for how to elevate a new main‑eventer without taking the belt off the established champion.
Ed: “That draw did more for Sting than some wins do for other wrestlers. It told the audience he belonged in the same sentence as Flair.”
Gordon: “And you can see echoes of that dynamic today—young stars trying to prove they can go the distance with the established greats.”
🟥 Sports Desk Closing
Ed: “Fans, that wraps another wild stretch across the wrestling world. AEW kept the pace blistering, the fallout from All In continued to ripple, and every division showed signs of shifting as we head toward the next big stop on the calendar.”
Gordon: “What stood out tonight wasn’t just the action — it was the intent. Champions planting their flags, challengers stepping forward, and stories tightening their grip. You can feel the momentum building, and you can feel the urgency in every segment.”
Ed: “And that’s the beauty of weeks like this. Nothing stays still. Every match, every promo, every confrontation pushes the sport forward. If tonight proved anything, it’s that the road ahead is going to be loud, fast, and full of surprises.”
Gordon: “We’ll be right here at the sports desk tracking every twist, every upset, and every breakthrough. Stay tuned — the next chapter is already lining up.”
Ed: “Well fans, All Elite Wrestling has been running at a full sprint. The Continental Challenge Cup tightened, champions defended, factions collided, and Dynamite on August 19 delivered one of the most explosive closing angles of the summer.”
Gordon: “And when you examine the evidence, you see a promotion sharpening every blade before All In — rivalries escalating, alliances cracking, and a few wrestlers making statements that could echo for months. Let’s head to the ring.”
Will Ospreay, Henare & Francesco Akira defeat Brian Cage, Lance Archer & Rocky Romero
Highlights:
Ospreay brought backup from New Japan, forming a tight trio with Henare and Akira.
Akira absorbed the early punishment until a hot tag unleashed Henare’s power.
Archer and Henare traded heavy shots, setting up Ospreay’s final surge.
Akira and Henare wiped out Archer and Cage with dives, leaving Romero isolated.
Romero’s trademark slide taunt backfired — Ospreay blasted him with the Hidden Blade for the win.
🏆 TBS Championship — Four-Way Match
Maya World (c) defeats Kris Statlander, Persephone & Hikaru Shida
Highlights:
Fast-paced scramble with constant momentum swings.
Statlander and Shida controlled early with power and precision.
Persephone nearly stole the match with a cradle on Shida.
Maya World snatched a roll-up at the perfect moment, retaining the title and escaping with champion’s luck.
🏆 Continental Challenge Cup — Block Matches
Jon Moxley vs. Jay White
Moxley wins via bulldog chokeHighlights:
White tried to slow the pace with counters and escapes.
Moxley dragged the match into his world — grinding, suffocating, and violent.
The bulldog choke forced White to fade, giving Moxley a crucial tournament win.
Nigel McGuinness vs. Hechicero
McGuinness wins via body scissors submissionHighlights:
Technical chess match from bell to bell.
Hechicero’s unorthodox grappling forced Nigel to adjust.
McGuinness trapped Hechicero in a tight body scissors, squeezing out a clean submission.
🥊 Andrade vs. Jonathan Cruz
Andrade wins in 13 seconds A lightning-fast knockout victory — Andrade hit his finisher immediately, sending a message to the entire roster.
🥇 The Elite vs. Mark Davis, Jake Doyle & El Clon
The Elite win via One-Winged Angel A showcase of chemistry — Davis and Doyle fought hard, but once Omega tagged in, the match shifted. The One-Winged Angel sealed it.
🎤 Backstage: Okada & Kyle Fletcher
Highlights:
Okada accused Takeshita of selfishness and warned Fletcher not to repeat his mistakes.
Okada said he’d be happy if Fletcher retained the International Title at All In — but expected Fletcher to raise his hand if the roles reversed.
Fletcher responded in-ring, declaring his reign would not end at Wembley.
📰 AEW News & Rumors
Continental Challenge Cup Favorites
Moxley and McGuinness are emerging as top contenders after strong wins.
International Title Picture
Okada vs. Fletcher vs. Takeshita at All In is being framed as a potential show-stealer.
Women’s Division Movement
Maya World’s TBS Title retention keeps her hot streak alive.
Statlander and Shida remain top contenders.
Faction Turbulence
Don Callis Family continues to antagonize both Ospreay and Omega.
United Empire’s AEW presence is increasing.
📼 This Week in Pro Wrestling History
August 19, 1996 — WCW Nitro: The Giant Retains the World Title
A pivotal moment in the early nWo era — The Giant (Big Show) held off challengers as WCW’s world title scene grew more chaotic.
August 17, 1997 — WWF SummerSlam: Bret Hart vs. The Undertaker
Bret Hart won the WWF Championship thanks to Shawn Michaels’ accidental chair shot — a turning point in the Hart/Michaels rivalry.
August 20, 2001 — RAW: The Invasion Heats Up
Stone Cold Steve Austin led a brutal assault on Team WWF, cementing his heel run during the Alliance storyline.
August 18, 2013 — WWE SummerSlam: Bryan vs. Cena
Daniel Bryan pinned John Cena clean before Randy Orton cashed in — a major chapter in the “Yes Movement.”
🎙️ Sports Desk Closing
Ed: “So from Dynamite’s international chaos to the Continental Challenge Cup tightening its grip, AEW delivered a week full of momentum shifts and emotional punches.”
Gordon: “And with All In looming, every match feels like a message — every promo like a warning. The summer heat isn’t letting up.”
Ed: “From all of us here at the sports desk — good night, good grappling, and we’ll see you tomorrow.”
Ed: “Fans, buckle up — because this past week wasn’t just busy, it was a full‑scale international wrestling whirlwind! From HonorClub to Korakuen, from Shotgun to Stardom, every promotion on the map decided to hit the gas at the same time.”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling stretch across the global landscape — championships defended, alliances tested, and several athletes making decisive statements as summer competition intensifies.”
🔴 RING OF HONOR (ROH)
ROH continued its steady rhythm on HonorClub: long matches, AEW crossover talent, and a women’s division anchored by high‑caliber performances.
🔥 HONORCLUB — June 18, 2026
(All results sourced by CoPilot)
ROH on HonorClub – Global Wars Cincinnati Results (June 18, 2026) The June 18, 2026 HonorClub episode featured ROH’s Global Wars Cincinnati, with Athena retaining the ROH Women’s World Title and Lio Rush winning the ROH TV Title in a three‑way match BodySlam.net.
Main Event & Key Matches ROH Women’s World Championship – Athena (c) def. Syuri to retain BodySlam.net
AEW National Championship – Mark Davis (c) def. Ace Austin to retain BodySlam.net
AEW International Championship – Konosuke Takeshita (c) def. Lee Johnson to retain BodySlam.net
ROH World Tag Team Championship – La Faccion Ingobernable (Sammy Guevara & The Beast Mortos) (c) def. Los Villanos (El Hijo del Villano III & Villano III Jr.) to retain BodySlam.net
ROH Women’s Pure Championship – Deonna Purrazzo (c) def. Olympia to retain BodySlam.net
Other Notable Results Harley Cameron & Mina Shirakawa def. Lacey Lane & Viva Van BodySlam.net
Speedball Bailey, Mistico & The Outrunners (Truth Magnum & Turbo Floyd) def. RPG VICE (Rocky Romero & Trent Beretta) & The Lethal Twist (Blake Christian & Jay Lethal) BodySlam.net
Syuri def. Billie Starkz BodySlam.net Ed: “Billie Starkz is wrestling like she’s got a rocket strapped to her back but Syuri was too much for her!”
Maika def. Diamante BodySlam.net
Queen Aminata def. HANAKO BodySlam.net
Mikey Nicholls def. Aaron Solo BodySlam.net
The Opps (Anthony Bowens, Hook & Katsuyori Shibata) def. BEEF & The Premier Athletes (Ariya Daivari & Tony Nese) BodySlam.net Gordon: “A most coordinated effort — timing and teamwork in equal measure.”
Takumi Iroha (w/Sareee) def. Hyan BodySlam.net Gordon: “A most precise performance — Iroha continues to refine her craft with remarkable discipline.”
ROH World Television Championship (3‑way) – Lio Rush def. AR Fox (c) & Action Andretti to win the title BodySlam.net Ed: “Rush wrestled like a man who refused to let gravity or Fox and Andretti slow him down!”
Event Notes Taped June 10–11, 2026 in Cincinnati, OH (tag title match taped June 12 in Mexico City) BodySlam.net.
📰 ROH NEWS & RUMORS (June 15–22)
ROH officials reportedly very high on Billie Starkz as a long‑term pillar.
Kyle Fletcher rumored for a major HonorClub title program this summer.
Increasing talk of AEW talent rotating in for marquee HonorClub episodes.
🌸 STARDOM
Stardom continued building toward its summer cards with faction warfare, title positioning, and a standout We Are Stardom episode.
🔥 (20.06.2026) Stardom The Conversion 2026 – Online Stream @ Yoyogi National Gymnasium #2 in Tokyo, Japan
(Results sourced from Cagematch,.)
Pre-Show: Yuna Mizumori defeats Matoi Hamabe (5:47) Pre-Show: Mei Seira defeats Ema Maishima (9:10) Aya Sakura defeats Anne Kanaya (7:19) Three Way Tag Team: God’s Eye (Kiyoka Kotatsu & Ranna Yagami) defeat Koguma & Maika and Mi Vida Loca (Akira Kurogane & Itsuki Aoki) (5:31) Artist Of Stardom Title: God’s Eye (Ami Sourei, Hina & Lady C) (c) defeat Kikyo Furusawa, Maki Ito & Rian (16:02) Cosmic Angels (Natsupoi & Saori Anou), Fuwa-chan & Hazuki defeat HATE (Azusa Inaba, Fukigen Death, Natsuko Tora & Ruaka) (8:19) Xena defeats HANAKO (10:18) Neo Genesis (AZM, Miyu Amasaki & Starlight Kid) & Utami Hayashishita defeat HATE (Bea Priestley, Konami, Momo Watanabe & Saya Kamitani) (15:18) Ed: “AZM moves like she’s got a second gear nobody else can find!” IWGP Women’s Title: Syuri (c) defeats Rina Yamashita (21:18) Wonder Of Stardom Title: Hanan (c) defeats Saya Iida (19:36) Ed: “Iida sounded like a tree snapping in half!” World Of Stardom Title: Suzu Suzuki defeats Sayaka Kurara (c) (21:32) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Gordon: “A most tactical victory — exploiting chaos with calm execution.”
📰 STARDOM NEWS & RUMORS
Utami Hayashishita To Challenge Suzu Suzuki For The World of Stardom Championship On June 30 “This will be Suzuki’s first title defense. She won the title at STARDOM The Conversion on June 20 defeating Sayaka Kurara. Hayashishita made her return to STARDOM on May 26 after previously being with Marigold.”
🟠 wXw
📰 wXw NEWS & RUMORS
Credit: wxw-wrestling.com
wXw Shotgun Championship Match with Special Rules at wXw Broken Rules “After two unsuccessful attempts, Dennis “Cash” Dullnig once again uses all his negotiating skills to secure another chance at Axel “Axeman” Tischer’s wXw Shotgun Championship.
This time special rules apply:
🚫 No Ropes
⏱️ No Time Limit
👨 ⚖️ Second Referee Standby”
Weapons Tornado 4-Way Dance at wXw Broken Rules in Frankfurt “In wXw Broken Rules, four teams will meet in a Weapons Tornado 4-Way Dance, who will do everything they can to leave the ring as winners: 10/10 Next Level (Aleksander Bellamy & Alex Duke) * Roadkill (Conn Kelly & Aeron) * Quick & Dirty (Hugo Brand & Niklas Bock) * Swole Patrol (M4 & Tim Koslowski) Because it’s not just about fame and honor. The winners will get a chance at the wXw World Tag Team Championship on the same evening and will face the Champions Planet Gojirah in another Weapons Match.”
European debut: Myron Reed comes to wXw! “Myron Reed! The current AEW wrestler and member of the Rascalz has been one of the most exciting athletes on the American wrestling scene for years. In September, he will compete in Europe for the first time ever and enter the ring at wXw. What challenge will await him? Who will face him at the Extreme Wrestling Party?”
🟢 PRO WRESTLING NOAH
Monday Magic leaned into faction warfare and junior division fireworks.
🔥 NOAH MONDAY MAGIC — June 15, 2026
(Results sourced from NOAH’s official site, Weekly Pro Wrestling, and Cagematch.)
(15.06.2026) NOAH Wrestle Magic 2026 – Pay Per View @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan Daiki Odashima & Naomichi Marufuji vs. Daichi Hashimoto & Fuminori Abe (15:00) Miku Aono, Miyuki Takase & ZONES defeat Johnnie Robbie, Miko Alana & Nightshade (7:53) GHC Hardcore Openweight Title Match (vakant): Shuji Ishikawa defeats Daisuke Sekimoto (c) (12:23) – TITLE CHANGE !!! HAYATA, MAO & Riiita defeat Danny Duggan, Reece Alexios & Rich Port Alaya (14:07) Alejandro, Hayabusa, The Great Sasuke, Tsubasa & Ultimo Dragon defeat FUJITA, MAZADA, Shuji Kondo, Takuya Sugawara & YASSHI (9:33) Ed: “Ultimo Dragon looked like a man reclaiming territory!” GHC Women’s Title Match (vakant): MIRAI defeats Great Sakuya (12:08) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Gordon: “A most punishing exchange — neither woman yielded an inch.” Chris Brookes, Luis Mante & Zack Sabre Jr. defeat Archie Cole, Kaito Kiyomiya & Titus Alexander (26:22) Ed: “Brookes, Mante & Sabre wrestle like they’re allergic to wasted motion!”
(16.06.2026) NOAH Neo Global Tag League 2026 – Tag 12 – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan Black Menso-re, Hiroto Tsuruya & Katsumi Inahata defeat Midori Takahashi, Super Crazy & Yuto Koyanagi (6:35) Stallion Rogers & Yoshiki Inamura defeat Kazuyuki Fujita & Mohammed Yone (4:23) AMAKUSA, Daiki Odashima & Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II) defeat Team 2000X (Alpha Wolf, Jun Masaoka, OZAWA & Tadasuke) (9:15) Eita & Shuji Kondo defeat Kenoh & Naomichi Marufuji (7:40) Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI & Tetsuya Naito), Kaito Kiyomiya & KENTA defeat Team 2000X (Masa Kitamiya & Takashi Sugiura) & White Raven Squad (HAYATA & Tetsuya Endo) (10:39) GHC Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Title: Alejandro & Dragon Bane (c) defeat Atsushi Kotoge & Hajime Ohara (15:55) Neo Global Tag League 2026 Final: Passionate RATEL’S (Manabu Soya & Yuki Iino) defeat Good Brothers (Doc Gallows & Karl Anderson) (25:55)
📰 NOAH NEWS & RUMORS Credit: noah.co.jp
2026/6/20‘Eita 15th Anniversary Debut Conference’ “* The 61st champion failed to defend his title, and Eita became the 62nd champion.
[Eita’s Story] “Take a look. Noah Jr.’s face has taken the belt, hey. NOAH has moved 26 years of history here today. I’m sorting through them one by one, but first, I got the belt. Because this isn’t the end. This is where the starting point begins. As I said in the ring, it’s a reverse pick—the next challenger. HAYATA, it’s you. Well, I don’t know if you remember though. Last year, there was a junior tag tournament. At that moment, I lost to you. I haven’t repaid the debt from that time yet. HAYATA, you’re the only one here, for the first time. Also, you’ve been quiet lately. It’s already quiet as it is. Because you’re so inconspicuous, I’ll light the fire for you. Let’s show how passionate Noah Junior is. Also, today’s Uematsu tournament. It’s been six months since I started saying I’d do it from New Year’s Day. It rained like crazy today, but with so many people coming in, I thought I had no choice but to use any means to win. We were truly able to win thanks to everyone’s support. There were a lot of tough moments, but he really gave me a push. Well, there’s nothing more to say anyway. Noah Junior’s face keeps moving more and more. Don’t take your eyes off me, hey.””
🔵 ALL JAPAN PRO WRESTLING (AJPW)
AJPW continued its classic King’s Road presentation with strong main events and rising young talent.
🔥 AJPW Results
Credit: cagematch.net
(18.06.2026) AJPW Super Power Series 2026 – Tag 6 – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan Fuminori Abe, Hokuto Omori, Masayuki Kono, Yasutaka Yano & Yuya Aoki defeat Hyo Ogawa, MUSASHI, Seiki Yoshioka, Shota Kofuji & Xyon (7:22) AJPW World Junior Heavyweight Title: Dan Tamura defeats Seigo Tachibana (c) (21:24) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Titans Of Calamity (Ren Ayabe & Talos), Daisuke Sekimoto & Kengo Mashimo defeat Saito Brothers (Jun Saito & Rei Saito), Kuma Arashi & Ryuki Honda by referee’s decision (13:11) NWA World Heavyweight Title: Silas Mason (c) defeats Shotaro Ashino (7:10) Gordon: “A most emphatic defense — Mason remains the axis around which the NWA revolves.” Go Shiozaki & Yuma Anzai defeat Suwama & Yuma Aoyagi (16:28) All Asia Tag Team Title: Atsuki Aoyagi & Rising HAYATO defeat Gajadokuro (ISHIN & Yoshiki Kato) (c) (19:04) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Triple Crown Title: Kento Miyahara (c) defeats Hideki Suzuki (17:08) Ed: “Miyahara wrestles like he’s carrying the whole promotion on his shoulders!”
Credit: all-japan.co.jp
Event Dates
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Opening Hours
12:15
Start time
13:00
Venue
TKP Garden City Chiba 4F Concerto
MatchupMatch Card
Special Single Match: 30-minute one-fall match
Shotaro Ashino
defeated
Takuro Niki
10minute
40second
Ankle Rock Gordon: “A most spirited effort from both men.”
📰 AJPW NEWS & RUMORS
Nakajima expected to headline Ota Ward Gymnasium in July.
Miyahara rumored for a major singles program.
AJPW scouting NOAH juniors for crossover bouts.
TOP 25
YOH (IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion) 1-0 NJPW
Konosuke Takeshita (NJPW World TV Champion & AEW International Champion) 2-0 NJPW, ROH
Beast Mortos & Sammy Guevara (ROH World Tag Team Champions) 2-0 CMLL, ROH
Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & II) (CMLL Arena Coliseo Tag Team Champions) 2-0 CMLL
Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI & Tetsuya Naito (NOAH GHC Tag Team Champion)), Kaito Kiyomiya & KENTA 1-0 NOAH
Shota Umino (IWGP Global Heavyweight Champion) 1-0 NJPW
MJF (AEW World Champion), Kevin Knight (AEW TNT Champion), Jake Doyle, Kazuchika Okada, Kyle Fletcher & Andrade El Idolo 1-0 AEW
Maya World 1-0 AEW
Taichi & Yuya Uemura 1-0 NJPW
Stallion Rogers & Yoshiki Inamura 1-0 NOAH
Okumura & Tiger Mask 1-0 CMLL
Averno & Zandokan Jr. 1-0 CMLL
Bestia Negra (Occidente Heavyweight Champion) & Furia Roja 1-0 CMLL
Los Viajeros del Espacio (Futuro, Max Star & Valiente Jr.) 1-0 CMLL
Deonna Purrazzo (ROH Women’s Pure Champion) 1-0 ROH
Lio Rush (ROH World TV Champion) 1-0 ROH
Shuji Ishakawa (GHC Hardcore Champion) 1-0 NOAH
🎙️ DESK OUTRO
Ed: “From ROH’s precision to Stardom’s electricity, from wXw’s European fire to NOAH’s brutality and All Japan’s tradition — this week proved once again that wrestling is a global language spoken in many styles!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most dynamic chapter across the worldwide scene, with each promotion contributing its own distinct voice to the symphony of competition.”
Ed: “Fans, the spotlight swung to Sugar Land, Texas this week, and All Elite Wrestling answered with a broadcast that felt like a rocket launch—fast, loud, and pointed straight at Forbidden Door!”
Gordon: “Quite so. A most consequential edition of Dynamite, with tournament implications, championship aspirations, and factional tensions all intersecting in one evening.”
🟦 AEW Dynamite — June 17, 2026
Smart Financial Centre, Sugar Land, Texas — live on TBS/HBO Max
Opening segment — Team MJF takes shape
Backstage, MJF stood with the entire Don Callis Family, running down the list of would‑be challengers— Swerve Strickland, Will Ospreay, “Hangman” Page, Kenny Omega, and Mark Briscoe—before announcing his team for the upcoming 12‑man Steel Cage Match at Forbidden Door: Kevin Knight, Kyle Fletcher, Jake Doyle, Kazuchika Okada and Andrade El Idolo. Andrade bristled at being volunteered, forcing Callis to smooth things over and promise glory.
Ed: “MJF treated that locker room like a draft board—only difference is, he’s convinced he’s the league, the commissioner, and the MVP all at once!”
Match 1: Kenny Omega vs Tony Nese
Result: Kenny Omega def. Tony Nese (pinfall)
A short, decisive showcase for Omega. Nese got a few flashes in, but this was essentially a tune‑up: V‑Trigger, One‑Winged Angel, lights out. Post‑match, TMDK and Zack Sabre Jr. confronted Omega, only for the Young Bucks and Jack Perry to back him up. ZSJ tossed Omega the mic; Omega kept it brief, essentially saying they’d save the real fight for Forbidden Door.
Gordon: “A most efficient victory—Omega expended minimal effort while still reinforcing his status as a premier attraction heading into Forbidden Door.”
Match 2: Jon Moxley & Daniel Garcia vs Brodido (Bandido & Brody King)
Result: Brodido def. Moxley & Garcia (pinfall)
This one was a brawl with no time to breathe. Brodido—Bandido and Brody King—went strike‑for‑strike and suplex‑for‑suplex with the Death Riders. Marina Shafir’s presence added chaos at ringside, but the shocker was the finish: Brodido scored a clean win, giving the former tag champs a badly needed statement victory over one of AEW’s top stables.
Ed: “Brodido didn’t just hang with the Death Riders—they walked right into the lion’s den and left with the keys!”
Tommaso Ciampa promo
Ciampa cut a backstage promo on Chris Jericho, saying he once respected the innovator Jericho used to be, but despises the 2026 version. He challenged Jericho to show up as the man who changed the game—or not show up at all.
Cope & Cage vs The Dogs — angle
Adam Copeland and Christian Cage ambushed The Dogs after another attempt to bully production staff, chasing them off and then cutting a promo about being veterans who’ve been humbled by teams like the New Age Outlaws and APA—and promising to “housebreak” The Dogs at Forbidden Door.
Gordon: “A most pointed reminder that experience, when properly applied, can be as dangerous a weapon as any steel chair.”
Match 3: Owen Hart Foundation Women’s Tournament Semifinal
Mercedes Moné vs Hazuki
Result: Mercedes Moné def. Hazuki (submission) — advances to the tournament final
A high‑end, big‑fight semifinal. Hazuki brought SPARK Joshi World Champion swagger and stiff offense, but Moné weathered the storm, targeted the neck and back, and eventually forced the tap. The win sends Moné to the women’s Owen Hart Cup final at Forbidden Door.
Ed: “Moné wrestled like a closer in the ninth inning—no wasted motion, just precision until the lights went out on Hazuki’s hopes.”
Ospreay & Swerve face‑to‑face
In‑ring, Will Ospreay cut a promo about sacrificing his honeymoon for the Owen Hart Cup, framing the tournament as his personal World Cup. Swerve Strickland interrupted, calling out Ospreay for aligning with the Death Riders after everything they fought against together. Ospreay fired back, questioning why Swerve didn’t help him in their infamous cage match and suggesting Swerve chose self‑interest over loyalty. The tension set the table perfectly for their Owen Hart men’s final at Forbidden Door.
Gordon: “A most compelling exchange—two elite competitors, each convinced the other has betrayed something fundamental, and both determined to prove their point in the ring.”
Backstage notes
Thekla warned Starlight Kid about Forbidden Door, adding more STARDOM flavor to the build.
Brodido celebrated their win and teased new goals as a reunited team.
Moxley later counseled Ospreay on managing his emotions heading into Forbidden Door.
Main event: 12‑Man Tag Team Match
Team MJF vs Team Briscoe
Teams:
Team MJF: MJF, TNT Champion Kevin Knight, Jake Doyle, Kazuchika Okada, Kyle Fletcher & Andrade El Idolo
Team Briscoe: Mark Briscoe, Orange Cassidy, Kyle O’Reilly, Roderick Strong, Darby Allin & Konosuke Takeshita
Result: Team MJF def. Team Briscoe
A chaotic preview of the upcoming 12‑man Steel Cage Match at Forbidden Door. The bout featured extended heat on Briscoe, wild dives from Allin, heavy strikes from Takeshita, and Okada picking his spots with surgical precision. Andrade’s uneasy alliance with MJF added drama, but in the end, Team MJF stole the win, giving the champion bragging rights and psychological momentum heading into the pay‑per‑view.
Ed: “That main event looked like somebody shook up the entire AEW roster and poured it straight into one ring—bodies flying, egos clashing, and the champion walking out with that smirk just a little bit wider.”
📰 AEW news & rumors (since June 13, 2026)
Forbidden Door build intensifies: Dynamite heavily pushed the June 28 supershow, with the 12‑man cage match, Ospreay vs Swerve in the Owen Hart men’s final, and Mercedes Moné advancing in the women’s bracket as key pillars.
Owen Hart Cup stakes: Winners of the men’s and women’s tournaments are positioned for future world title shots, with Ospreay/Swerve and Moné emerging as central figures in AEW’s summer plans.
Injury & absence chatter: Tomohiro Ishii was shown laid out backstage in a segment on Dynamite, casting doubt on his Forbidden Door status and raising questions about NJPW representation on the card.
“Where are the outsiders?” discourse: Some analysis pieces have criticized the relatively light use of NJPW/CMLL talent so far in the Forbidden Door build, arguing the show feels more AEW‑centric than prior years.
Andrade’s babyface arc: Coverage continues to highlight Andrade El Idolo’s uneasy relationship with the Don Callis Family and his slow‑burn shift toward a more sympathetic role.
Gordon: “A most intriguing trajectory—tournaments shaping title pictures, alliances under strain, and a supershow looming that may well redefine several careers.”
📅 THIS DAY IN WRESTLING HISTORY — JUNE 17
Ed: “You know, partner, nights like this always make me think about how June 17 has echoed across the wrestling world — and none of these moments came from the big corporate machine up north!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most distinguished date, marked by pivotal events across multiple promotions and eras.”
⭐ June 17, 1995 — ECW Hostile City Showdown
Philadelphia’s ECW Arena erupted with one of the promotion’s most chaotic cards of the mid‑’90s. The atmosphere was molten, the matches were unrestrained, and the show helped cement ECW’s identity as the wild frontier of American wrestling.
Ed: “That building didn’t just shake — it vibrated like a jet engine!”
⭐ June 17, 2001 — NJPW Dominion (Osaka‑jo Hall)
New Japan’s early‑2000s Dominion events were crucial stepping stones toward the company’s modern resurgence. This particular card showcased the evolving strong‑style philosophy that would later define NJPW’s global identity.
Gordon: “A most formative period — the seeds of the modern heavyweight renaissance were being planted.”
⭐ June 17, 2018 — CMLL Sunday Arena México Show
CMLL delivered a standout trios main event featuring Volador Jr., Carístico, and Valiente — a match that blended athleticism, tradition, and spectacle in a way only Arena México can.
Ed: “Only in that cathedral of lucha can a Sunday night feel like a national holiday!”
Gordon: “So as AEW marches toward Forbidden Door, it’s fitting that this date carries echoes of ECW’s grit, New Japan’s evolution, and CMLL’s timeless artistry.”
Ed: “History doesn’t sit still — it lives in every ring around the world, and June 17 proves it every year.”
🎙️ Desk outro
Ed: “From Omega’s tune‑up to Moné’s march through the Owen, from Brodido’s statement win to that 12‑man powder keg, Dynamite this week felt like the last big inhale before Forbidden Door lets everything explode!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most pivotal broadcast—one that not only advanced storylines, but sharpened the focus on who may emerge as standard‑bearers for AEW in the months to come.”
Ed: “Fans, AEW didn’t just step on the gas this week — they floored it! Dynamite’s Summer Blockbuster came out swinging with tournament drama, title fights, and a steel‑cage bombshell that shook the whole landscape!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most turbulent and compelling week — rivalries escalated, championships were defended, and the road to Forbidden Door grew ever more treacherous.”
🟥 AEW: WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
AEW entered the week riding the fallout from Collision, and by the time Dynamite hit Cincinnati, the entire company was in motion:
Swerve Strickland advanced to the Owen Hart Cup Finals after defeating Brody King in a brutal main event.
Jon Moxley retained the Continental Championship against Shane Taylor — but STP left the Death Riders laying afterward.
Mark Briscoe defeated PAC and forced MJF into a massive stipulation: Team Briscoe vs. Team MJF — 6‑on‑6 Steel Cage at Forbidden Door, with a world title shot on the line.
Andrade El Idolo defeated Orange Cassidy, continuing his push toward a world title opportunity.
Maya World upset Skye Blue to advance in the Women’s Owen Hart Cup.
Darby Allin returned, attacking Kevin Knight with a skateboard.
Chris Jericho and Tommaso Ciampa brawled, escalating their feud.
🟧 FULL MATCH RESULTS — AEW DYNAMITE (JUNE 10, 2026)
(Summer Blockbuster — Cincinnati, OH)
AEW Continental Championship
Jon Moxley (c) def. Shane Taylor Post‑match: STP attacked the Death Riders, leaving Moxley down.
Ed: “Moxley fought like a man defending his hometown turf — but Taylor’s crew made sure the celebration didn’t last long!”
Owen Hart Cup — Men’s Semifinal
Swerve Strickland def. Brody King Prince Nana interfered with the ring bell, allowing Swerve to advance.
Gordon: “A most cunning victory — Strickland blended strategy with ruthlessness.”
Singles Match
Mark Briscoe def. PAC Briscoe then confronted MJF, triggering the 6‑on‑6 cage match announcement.
Singles Match
Andrade El Idolo def. Orange Cassidy Lio Rush appeared unexpectedly, but Andrade still secured the win.
Women’s Owen Hart Cup — Quarterfinal
Maya World def. Skye Blue A late substitution for Sareee, Maya capitalized and advanced.
Other Segments & Highlights
Jericho returned, interrupting Ciampa and sparking a brawl.
Darby Allin attacked Kevin Knight, reigniting their feud.
Mercedes Moné vignette teased her tournament ambitions.
Zack Sabre Jr. challenged Kenny Omega for Forbidden Door.
Dark Tag Team: Kiran Grey & Steven Borden defeat KM & Rosario Grillo, Credit: cagematch.net
📰 AEW NEWS & RUMORS
Mercedes Moné’s status
Moné addressed rumors about her absence and reaffirmed her AEW commitment.
MJF’s knee injury
MJF confirmed he would still appear on Dynamite despite injury concerns. During the June 3 AEW Dynamite episode, MJF successfully defended the AEW World Championship against RUSH. He hyperextended his knee in the match, which was confirmed as a real injury causing swelling and pain. Credit: Sports Illustrated
Jericho backlash
Jericho responded to criticism over the “Tommy’s Mommy” segment. Chris Jericho’s “Tommy’s Mommy” moment came during the June 10, 2026 episode of AEW Dynamite: Summer Blockbuster, when he was feuding with Tommaso Ciampa. The exchange began when Ciampa confronted Tony Schiavone, and Jericho interrupted, repeatedly calling Ciampa “Tommy.” Ciampa retorted that he’s the “Psycho Killer” and that not even his own mother calls him Tommy. Jericho then quipped, “Tommy’s Mommy,” prompting the Cincinnati crowd to chant the phrase. Credit: ewrestlingnews
Isiah Kassidy’s absence
Not injured — simply not being used on TV currently. Private Party has been dealing with another setback after Marq Quen was confirmed to be out of action earlier this year. During the April 2 episode of AEW Collision, Kassidy addressed Jon Moxley and revealed that Quen had been taken out with no clear return timeline.
“Fast forward to last weekend. I’m forced to change again. Because you took out my boy. And now he’s out. And I don’t know when he’s coming back. So now I’m all alone.”
CM Punk rumors
Internal belief that the door isn’t fully closed on Punk returning someday. Fightful Select reports, “AEW sources gave me the “never say never” line when I asked if CM Punk has a burned bridge with the company.”
🟦 THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY
Ed: “Fans, before we wrap up, let’s take a stroll down memory lane — because this week in wrestling history has delivered some absolute classics!”
⭐ June 10, 1994 — Misawa vs. Kawada
One of the most celebrated matches in All Japan history, a cornerstone of King’s Road storytelling.
⭐ June 9, 1997 — Raw Is War
The Hart Foundation’s U.S. feud hit full stride, setting the stage for the Canadian Stampede.
⭐ June 11, 2005 — Samoa Joe vs. CM Punk (ROH)
Their legendary trilogy reached its peak, redefining independent wrestling.
⭐ June 8, 2008 — New Japan Dominion Begins
The early Dominion era helped launch NJPW’s modern renaissance.
Gordon: “A most illustrious collection — each event shaping the sport in its own indelible way.”
🎙️ DESK OUTRO
Ed: “Fans, AEW is barreling toward Forbidden Door with the force of a runaway locomotive — and if this week was any indication, the next chapter is going to be explosive!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week — and the road ahead promises even greater intrigue.”
Ed: “Fans, All Elite Wrestling has been moving like a runaway freight train! The fallout from last week’s chaos has only intensified, and this week’s Dynamite delivered enough shockwaves to rattle every corner of the AEW landscape!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most consequential stretch — champions tested, alliances strained, and several competitors making emphatic statements as the summer calendar approaches.”
🟧 AEW COLLISION MAY 30, 2026 & DYNAMITE — JUNE 3, 2026
📍 A packed house, a red‑hot crowd, and a card stacked with implications.
Below is your full match‑by‑match breakdown.
Credit: cagematch.net
(03.06.2026) AEW Dynamite #348 – TV-Show @ Siegel Center in Richmond, Virginia, USA AEW World Title No Count Out: MJF (c) defeats Rush (18:32) Mark Briscoe defeats Lio Rush (9:12) Andrade El Idolo defeats DK Vandu (0:38) Ed: “Andrade didn’t just win — he swallowed the poor kid whole!” AEW TNT Title: Kevin Knight (c) defeats Mike Bailey (13:15) Owen Hart Foundation 2026 Women’s Tournament Quarter Final: Mercedes Mone defeats Alex Windsor (12:23) Owen Hart Foundation 2026 Men’s Tournament Semi Final: Will Ospreay defeats Mark Davis (23:16) Ed: “Ospreay’s wrestling like he’s got lightning in his veins!”
(30.05.2026) AEW Collision #146 – TV-Show @ Propst Arena At Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama, USA Dark: Steven Borden defeats Darkness Argento AEW World Trios Title: The Conglomeration (Kyle O’Reilly, Orange Cassidy & Roderick Strong) (c) defeat Don Callis Family (Lance Archer, Rocky Romero & Trent Beretta) (11:48) AEW Women’s World Tag Team Title Five Minute Challenge Eliminator: Divine Dominion (Lena Kross & Megan Bayne) [c] vs. TayJay (Anna Jay & Tay Melo) – Time Limit Draw (5:00) Hazuki defeats Maya World (10:20) Lee Moriarty defeats Tim Bosby (1:28) Death Riders (Jon Moxley & PAC) defeat The Infantry (Carlie Bravo & Shawn Dean) (11:08) The Dogs (Clark Connors & David Finlay) defeat The Gunns (Austin Gunn & Colten Gunn) (10:44) Gordon: “A most authoritative victory — The Dogs continue to carve a path toward championship contention.” Don Callis Family (Brian Cage & Jake Doyle) defeat Jimmy Wild & Tommy Mars (1:49) AEW International Title: Konosuke Takeshita (c) defeats Daniel Garcia (14:27) Gordon: “A most intriguing development — the champion finds himself surrounded by adversaries on all sides.”
📰 AEW NEWS
Credit: Wrestling Inc.
Christopher Daniels Praises Young AEW Stars
“Right now, I feel like Kevin Knight is doing great work as the TNT Champion,” Daniels said during a virtual signing with K&S WrestleFest. “I feel like Thekla as the AEW Women’s Champion is an outstanding signing for AEW. She’s doing great work. She’s had some great matches in the last year. I’m a big fan of The Rascalz, all three of them. I think they’ve fit in very well. I’m glad that they’re getting an opportunity to show their best work, whether it’s singles, tags, or six-man matches. I’m a big fan of all three of those guys. They all do awesome stuff.” … “I think [Konosuke] Takeshita is one of the best wrestlers in the world right now,” Daniels added, referring to the brand-new AEW International Champion. “I was very fortunate to get an opportunity to wrestle him a couple times. I’m very happy that I got that opportunity to work with him.” … “I think Action Andretti is outstanding,” Daniels said. “I feel like he had an opportunity on TV when he first came to AEW and since that time, he’s showed up and showed out in Ring of Honor in these last couple of weeks. I think he’s got a bright future ahead of him. Zayda Steel, my protege in the Sky Flight group. Zayda is amazing. I think she’s got a long career ahead of her. I think she’s done a lot of great stuff in the short time that she’s been in Ring of Honor, AEW.” … “From day one, I think they’ve been outstanding athletes, outstanding wrestlers,” Daniels said of Darius and Dante Martin, two of Sky Flight’s other members. “Just a matter of putting it all together, getting opportunities, and breaking through to that next level. But I think Top Flight can do it.”
Backstage Update On Possibility Of Mick Foley Wrestling In AEW
“…sources also revealed that AEW President Tony Khan would be eager to book the match, but it would entirely depend on whether Foley could get himself medically cleared to compete. Foley’s health was what inevitably forced him to retire in 2012 after not being cleared to enter into a feud with Dean Ambrose in WWE, now better known to AEW fans as Jon Moxley. Foley has talked about potentially having some sort of death match with Moxley in the past, but one man who has actively pushed to wrestle Foley if he were to get cleared is the current AEW World Champion MJF, with AEW sources even noting that MJF has wanted to work a program with the WWE Hall of Famer since before he was signed to AEW.”
Bryan Danielson’s AEW status just changed
Credit: Wrestling World
“Bryan has not officially announced his retirement from this business, but the feeling is that the chances of seeing him in action are really low. It would make no sense to put his health at risk just to chase new goals, having already proven to be one of the best performers of his generation.
Interviewed by Justin Barrasso, Danielson confessed that he is trying in every way to give himself a new chance: “In April of 2025, Adam Copeland sent me to his physical therapist. He said the guy was a miracle worker. This guy worked on me for two days in a row, six hours each day. After the first night, I slept nine hours straight. After the second night, I slept eight hours straight. After that, I was sleeping seven or eight hours almost every night. That’s a game changer for how you feel.”
He continued: “I had these delusions of, ‘Okay, maybe I can get back and do a little bit of wrestling.’ Now I see that they really are delusions, because this traveling is like… this is not a good idea. I hate the r-word because I was forced to retire before. I never consider myself fully retired.”
Meanwhile, All Elite Wrestling has decided to remove his name from the list of active wrestlers within the roster. A signal that certainly does not bode well for the future.”
WRESTLING HISTORY
Credit: PWInsider
June 4th
On this day in history in ….
1973 – Pablo Marquez, who worked in ECW and in the WWF as Babu, was born.
1973 – Mikey Whipwreck, the first man to hold the ECW Triple Crown, winning every championship in the company, is born.
1979 – A live event in Memphis, TN at the Mid-South Coliseum featured the following results:
Rick Oliver beat Bub Smith. Tommy Gilbert, Jr. & Sr. drew Wayne Ferris & Larry Latham. Ron Bass beat Tony Charles. Bill Dundee beat Dick Slater in a “chain” match. Jerry Lawler & Bill Dundee beat Mr. Fuji & Toru Tanaka to win the Southern Tag Title. Robert Fuller beat The Mongolian Stomper in a “loser leaves town vs. title” match to win the Southern Title.
1979 – WWF ran Madison Square Garden in New York City with the following results
Tito Santana defeated Jose Estrada (Santana’s MSG debut) Hussein Arab (the future Iron Sheik) won a 20-man $10,000 battle royal at 8:17 by last eliminating Dominic DeNucci & Jimmy Valiant; other participants included: Gorilla Monsoon, Greg Valentine, Ivan Putski, Haystacks Calhoun, Nikolai Volkoff, Steve Travis, Jose Estrada, Gypsy Rodriguez, SD Jones, Mr. X, Johnny Rodz, Baron Mikel Scicluna, Tito Santana, WWF Tag Team Champions Johnny & Jerry Valiant, Bulldog Brower, & WWF North American Champion Ted Dibiase; order of elimination: Calhoun by several wrestlers; Rodriguez by several wrestlers; Putski by several wrestlers; Volkoff by several wrestlers; Brower by a Valiant; Estrada by Jones; Jones by several wrestlers; Scicluna by Arab; Rodz by Monsoon; Valentine by Johnny & Jerry Valiant; Johnny & Jerry Valiant by Dibiase & Santana with simultaneous dropkicks; Dibiase by Jimmy Valiant; Travis by Arab; Santana by Jimmy Valiant; X by DeNucci; Monsoon eliminated himself after grabbing Jimmy Valiant by the legs and spinning him round with the momentum knocking Monsoon over the top; stipulations stated the winner would earn a WWF World Title match later in the show (the first battle royal held at MSG) Nikolai Volkoff pinned SD Jones at 6:50 after hoisting him up in a gorilla press slam and dropping him across his knee Greg Valentine pinned Dominic DeNucci at 9:07 after reversing a monkey flip into a cover; prior to the bout, the Grand Wizard escorted Valentine ringside Bulldog Brower pinned Mr. X at the 3-minute mark with an elbow drop WWF World Champion Bob Backlund pinned Hussein Arab at 30:40 with an atomic drop; prior to the bout, Arnold Skaaland & Capt. Lou Albano (sub. for Freddie Blassie) accompanied Backlund and Arab, respectively, to ringside; as Albano went to leave ringside, he went up to Vince McMahon who threw his drink in Albano’s face Ivan Putski pinned Baron Mikel Scicluna at 4:28 after pushing him into the corner WWF North American Champion Ted Dibiase fought Jimmy Valiant to a 15-minute time-limit draw in a non-title match WWF Tag Team Champions Johnny & Jerry Valiant defeated Haystacks Calhoun & Steve Travis at 6:25 in a non-title match when Johnny pinned Travis with an elbow to the back off the top as Travis had Jerry in an abdominal stretch.
1984 – A live event in Memphis, TN featured the following results:
Rick Rude beat Ric McCord. Johnny Wilhoit & Mark Batten beat The Nightmare #1 & Porkchop Cash. Dutch Mantel & Scott Shannon drew Koko Ware & Norvell Austin. Phil Hickerson & The Spoiler beat Tommy Rich & Eddie Gilbert via DQ. Jim Neidhart beat Austin Idol via DQ. Southern Champ Jerry Lawler beat Kimala (17:39) via countout.
1984 – Jim Crockett Promotions ran Greenville, SC featuring the following results:
Keith Larson defeated Doug Vines Barry Hart defeated Paul Kelly Sam Houston defeated Kurt Von Hess Jimmy Valiant defeated Adrian Street Angelo Mosca Jr. defeated the Outlaw NWA Tag Team Champions Ivan Koloff & Don Kernodle defeated Wahoo McDaniel & Brian Adidas NWA U.S. Champion Ricky Steamboat defeated Dick Slater in a falls count anywhere match NWA World Champion Ric Flair defeated NWA World TV Champion Tully Blanchard
1985 – In what turned out to be the final WWF spot show in Staten Island, NY the following results took place:
Rene Goulet defeated Steve Lombardi B. Brian Blair defeated Charlie Fulton Rick McGraw vs. Larry Sharpe, draw Tony Atlas defeated Terry Gibbs The U.S. Express, Barry Windham and Mike Rotudno defeated The Iron Sheik and Nikolai Volkoff by countout
1986 – Kerry Von Erich is involved in a motorcycle accident in Argyle, Texas, crashing into the back of a police car while trying to pass a truck on a two-lane highway while wearing shorts and no shoes. Von Erich suffers a dislocated hip and a severely damaged right foot and undergoes over 13 hours of surgery. Von Erich would later have the foot amputated, but returned to the ring with a prosthetic foot and continued his career. To this day, there is no definitive answer as to whether Von Erich lost the foot at the time of the initial surgery, or had it amputated later (with some even saying it was removed after a failed early comeback attempt did further damage to it). Von Erich and his family would claim he had his ankle fused to account for the lack of mobility in the foot, and it was not until after his death that his family would admit that he was wrestling without a foot (although in one Las Vegas match, his boot was pulled off accidentally, and several fans saw that he had no foot).
1986 – Jim Crockett Promotions ran Raleigh, NC at the Dorton Arena featuring the following results:
The Italian Stallion defeated Zane Grey Denny Brown defeated Steve Regal Black Bart defeated Todd Champion Jimmy Garvin defeated Hector Guerrero NWA World Tag Team Champions Bobby Eaton & Dennis Condrey defeated Wahoo McDaniel & Ron Garvin via disqualification Dusty Rhode & The Rock N’ Roll Express defeated NWA World Champion Ric Flair, NWA TV Champion Arn Anderson & NWA National Heavyweight Champion Tully Blanchard via disqualification in an elimination match
1987 – Jim Crockett Promotions ran Raleigh, NC at the Dorton Arena featuring the following results:
NWA U.S. Tag Team Champions Bobby Eaton & Stan Lane defeated the Italian Stallion & Todd Champion NWA World Tag Team Champion Robert Gibson defeated Arn Anderson NWA World Tag Team Champion Ricky Morton fought NWA World TV Champion Tully Blanchard to a draw NWA US Champion Nikita Koloff defeated Lex Luger via disqualification
1987 -WWF ran Omaha, NE at the Civic Auditorium featuring the following results:
Hercules pinned Billy Jack Haynes in a chain match Demolition fought The Can-Am Connection, Rick Martel & Tom Zenk to a 20-minute draw Sika pinned Cpl. Kirchner Ron Bass pinned Scott Casey Butch Reed pinned Lanny Poffo WWF Women’s Champion the Fabulous Moolah pinned Debbie Combs Ken Patera pinned Harley Race Koko B. Ware pinned the Honkytonk Man with a roll up. Although he was the WWF Intercontinental Champion at the time of the match, Honky’s title win had not yet aired on TV, so he did not come out with the belt or was announced as champion.
1992 – Smoky Mountain Wrestling ran Tazwell, VA at the Middle School Gym with the following results: Dixie Dynamite pinned Killer Kyle Hector Guerrero defeated Buddy Landel via disqualification SMW Heavyweight Champion Brian Lee defeated the Dirty White Boy Brad & Bart Batten defeated Jimmy Golden & Dutch Mantell Robert Gibson & Tim Horner defeated The Heavenly Bodies, Stan Lane & Tom Pritchard Robert Gibson won a battle royal
1993 – WCW ran Spartanburg, SC featuring the following results:
Brad Armstrong & Johnny Gunn defeated the Wrecking Crew at 16:30 when Gunn pinned Rage with a Thesz Press Johnny B. Badd pinned Michael Hayes at 19:32 with a punch The Barbarian defeated Robbie V at 14:43 Keith & Kent Cole fought Shanghai Pierce & Tex Slazenger to a 20-minute time-limit draw The Junkyard Dog pinned Dick Slater at 10:08 by using the ring ropes for leverage
1993 – WCW ran Cleveland, Ohio at the Convention Center with the following results:
Erik Watts defeated TJ Arion Maxx Payne defeated Kensuke Sasaki Ron Simmons defeated WCW World TV Champion Paul Orndorff at the 11-minute mark; the title was only at stake for the first 10 minutes Arn Anderson (substituting for 2 Cold Scorpio) & Marcus Alexander Bagwell defeated Lord Steven Regal (substituting for injured WCW/NWA World Tag Team Champion Brian Pillman) & WCW/NWA World Tag Team Champion Steve Austin Dustin Rhodes defeated Rick Rude Davey Boy Smith defeated WCW World Champion Big Van Vader via disqualification
1994 – SMW ran Barbourville, KY at Knox County High School with the following results: The Thrillseekers, Chris Jericho & Lance Storm defeated Well Dunn The Dirty White Boy defeated Killer Kyle Bruiser Bedlam defeated Tracy Smothers in a coal miner’s glove match SMW Tag Team Champions Brian Lee & Chris Candido fought The Rock N’ Roll Express, to a no contest in a piledriver match
1999 – Extreme Championship Wrestling ran Dalton, GA at the Northwest Georgia Convention Center, featuring the following results:
Taka Michinoku pinned El Mosco Jerry Lynn pinned Tony Devito ECW World Tag Team Champions Buh Buh Ray & D-Von Dudley defeated Chris Chetti & Nova Balls Mahoney defeated Rod Price Yoshihiro Tajiri defeated Little Guido Skull Von Krush & Spanish Angel fought Danny Doring & Roadkill to a no contest Sabu defeated Justin Credible ECW World TV Champion Rob Van Dam defeated Spike Dudley
1999 – WCW ran Cincinatti, Ohio featuring the following results:
Chris Adams defeated Vampiro Ernest Miller defeated Chavo Guerrero Jr. Juventud Guerrera defeated Kaz Hayashi Bam Bam Bigelow defeated Hak in a hardcore match Chris Benoit defeated Billy Kidman WCW Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio Jr. defeated Chris Jericho Sting defeated Ric Flair
2002 – Billy Gunn & Chuck Palumbo defeated Rico & Rikishi for the WWE World Tag Team Title in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, starting Billy & Chuck’s second title reign.
2002 – NWA:TNA announced the signing of Rick Steiner for their first PPV event.
2007 – WWE requested that Ric Flair not appear at a NWA live event where Flair was to be inducted into the NWA Hall of Fame. Flair cancels his appearance, but his induction goes on as planned.
🎙️ DESK OUTRO
Ed: “Fans, AEW is firing on all cylinders! Dynamite delivered a night of high‑octane action, and the road ahead looks even more explosive!”
Gordon: “Quite so. A most compelling week — and the next chapter promises even greater upheaval as AEW marches toward its summer showcase events.”
Ed: “Fans, All Elite Wrestling has been moving like a runaway freight train! Dynamite on May 20 shook the rafters, Collision kept the pedal down, and the road to Double or Nothing is tightening by the minute!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most consequential stretch — rivalries sharpening, champions under siege, and several competitors making emphatic statements.”
🟧 AEW DYNAMITE — MAY 20, 2026 (FULL MATCH‑BY‑MATCH REVIEW)
📍 Live from a packed mid‑week crowd that was red‑hot from bell to bell.
From Portland, Maine.
AEW Dynamite & Collision — May 20, 2026 Results
Credit: All Elite Wrestling, Sports Illustrated and Wrestling Inc.
The May 20, 2026 special back-to-back of AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision in Portland, Maine served as the final build to Double or Nothing. Here’s a breakdown of the key matches and moments.
Dynamite Results
Trios Match: Ricochet, Andrade El Ídolo, and Mark Davis def. Chris Jericho & The Young Bucks (Matt & Nick Jackson). The Dogs interfered, allowing El Ídolo to pin Matt Jackson. Post-match, Jack Perry hit Toa Liona with a bag of onions, sparking a brawl with The Don Callis Family, The Demand, and The Dogs — a preview of the Stadium Stampede main event.
Anything Goes Match: Mark Briscoe def. Tommaso Ciampa. The match was brutal, featuring kendo sticks, staplers, and barbed wire. Briscoe won after hitting a Froggy Bow and a piledriver through a barbed wire table.
AEW Continental Championship Eliminator: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Kyle O’Reilly — Time Limit Draw (20 minutes). O’Reilly earned a future title shot at Double or Nothing with no time limit.
8-Woman Tag Match: Triangle of Madness (Thekla, Julia Hart, Skye Blue) & Athena def. Thunder Rosa, Mina Shirakawa, and the Brawling Birds.
AEW World Championship: Darby Allin (c) def. “Speedball” Mike Bailey via submission (Scorpion Death Lock). MJF joined commentary, tried to help Bailey, and even attempted to shave Allin’s head — a tease for the Title vs. Hair match at Double or Nothing.
Gordon: “A most deliberate psychological tactic — and one that clearly rattled the champion.”
Collision Results
Katsuyori Shibata vs. Will Ospreay: Ospreay won, setting up his Owen Hart Cup run. He told Samoa Joe he has “his whole country on his back” and aims to win the Cup before challenging for the world title at All In.
Rush vs. TJ Crawford: Rush won.
5-Minute Eliminator: Divine Dominion (Lena Kross & Megan Bayne) def. Kayla Lopez & Elle Valentine — a quick, one-sided win.
AEW World Tag Team Championship: FTR (c) def. Orange Cassidy & Roderick Strong via gold watch/Stokely. The titles remain on the line for Double or Nothing.
Ed: “That was less a match and more a catharsis — and the fallout is going to be seismic!”
Notable Storylines & Hype
Willow Nightingale revealed a shoulder injury, vacated the TBS Championship, and withdrew from the Owen Hart Cup.
MJF’s interference in the Dynamite main event and his “bald” threat to Allin were major Double or Nothing foreshadowing.
Stadium Stampede main event set: 14 men from multiple factions will collide at Double or Nothing, with Jericho & The Young Bucks’ loss to El Ídolo, Davis, and Ricochet as a key setup.
This was a high-octane, three-hour special packed with title defenses, eliminator wins, and major PPV storylines, making it one of the most action-filled nights before Double or Nothing.
NEWS
MJF Accuses WWE Of Using AEW TV Deal Rumors To Deflect Criticism From Their Own Product
“AEW has an insane amount of momentum. There’s a paradigm shift going on similar to the paradigm shift that was happening back in 2019. People are disenfranchised at WWE right now. They want to see a different type of product. In comes AEW. We are the alternative. We are the Pepsi to the Coke. There will always be room for Pepsi. Always.”
“Well, because it’s a way to hold the competition down, right? So, when you look at how these rumors started, where did they come from? They came from WWE, TKO, right?” Credit: ringsidenews.com
Mick Foley’s AEW Status Confirmed After Recent Backstage Rumors
“Tony Khan announced that Foley will join Renee Paquette as a co-host for the Double or Nothing Buy In special before also appearing during Wednesday Night Dynamite.” Credit: ringsidenews.com
AEW Talent Pushing to Sign Leon Slater as TNA Deal Nears End
“While speaking during a Self Made Session, Self Made Pro revealed that many people previously viewed Slater eventually joining WWE as practically inevitable. However, AEW talent and figures within the company are now pushing for AEW to aggressively pursue the rising UK star instead.
“Months ago, it was considered a formality that he’s going to WWE. And I’m not here to tell you that that’s not happening anymore. But what I am telling you is that there are many people in AEW pushing for them to look into exploring their options to basically sign him.”” Credit: ringsidenews.com
🎙️ DESK OUTRO
Ed: “Fans, AEW is firing on all cylinders! Dynamite delivered fireworks, Collision brought the hammer, and the road to Double or Nothing is paved with chaos!”
Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week — and the next chapter promises even greater upheaval.”
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