AEW kicked off its Philadelphia residency with an old-school, chaotic feel that leaned into violence, surprise returns, and storyline escalation. The 2300 Arena crowd was as vocal as ever, creating the perfect backdrop for a show built on gritty matches, shocking moments, and continued build toward All Out.
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Jon Moxley vs. Daniel Garcia
The night started with intensity as Daniel Garcia squared off with Jon Moxley. Garcia worked the match smart, focusing on Moxley’s leg with submissions and strikes, showing he could hang with the veteran. Moxley countered with his trademark brawling, answering Garcia’s precision with raw toughness. After several near falls, Moxley rolled Garcia up for a sudden pin. Garcia looked like a real threat in defeat, while Moxley showed his resilience. A strong way to set the tone for the night.
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HOOK Returns – Wheeler Yuta Interrupted
Wheeler Yuta drew heavy boos cutting a promo on the Philly crowd and his rivals, but he was blindsided by a surprise return. The lights cut, and HOOK stormed the ring, hitting suplexes and locking in Redrum to choke Yuta out. The pop from the crowd was massive. HOOK immediately reinserted himself into the Death Riders storyline, and the feud looks set to intensify.
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Kris Statlander & Harley Cameron vs. Megan Bayne & Penelope Ford
The women’s division got spotlight with a competitive tag bout. Bayne’s size and power created problems for Statlander, but teamwork between Statlander and Cameron gave them the edge. Ford’s quick offense nearly stole the win, but Statlander locked in a submission to force the finish. Post-match, Bayne attacked until Willow Nightingale hit the ring for the save, setting up the next step in this rivalry.
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Don Callis Family vs. Brodido & JetSpeed
In a chaotic trios-style clash, the Don Callis Family imposed their numbers game against Brodido & JetSpeed. The match was fast-paced, with the Callis crew cutting off the ring and grinding their opponents down. After wild exchanges, the Family pulled out the win with a sneaky roll-up. The victory reinforced their dominance, while also building heat toward their ongoing feud with Hangman Page and his allies.
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AEW World Trios Championship – The Opps (c) vs. GOA & Ricochet
The champions defended their titles in a hard-hitting battle. Ricochet and GOA brought speed and high-flying offense, but the Opps’ power and ruthlessness kept them in control. Samoa Joe sealed the win with the Coquina Clutch, reminding everyone why the trio are such a dangerous unit. Afterward, outside interference threats and simmering rivalries hinted that the Trios scene is far from settled.
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Hangman Page Promo – Don Callis Confrontation – Kenny Omega Returns
Hangman Page came to the ring to speak on his future, but Don Callis interrupted and verbally tore into him. Things broke down fast when the Callis Family attacked. Just as Page was overwhelmed, Kenny Omega made his shocking return. The crowd erupted as Omega cleared house, standing side-by-side with Page once again. This reunion not only reignited one of AEW’s greatest stories but also set the stage for a massive All Out showdown.
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Mercedes Moné Celebration / Mark Briscoe Challenge / MJF Segment
Mercedes Moné held a championship celebration, declaring her dominance and teasing future goals, keeping her “belt collector” narrative alive. Later, a vignette from Mark Briscoe on his farm showed him issuing a heartfelt challenge to Kyle Fletcher for the TNT Championship. Meanwhile, MJF delivered a venomous promo filled with bitterness toward fans and rivals, continuing his heated arc as one of AEW’s most dangerous talkers.
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Adam Copeland & Christian Cage Confront FTR
In one of the night’s most talked-about moments, Adam Copeland and Christian Cage confronted FTR. Old tensions boiled over into a heated brawl. By the end, the challenge was clear: Copeland and Cage vs. FTR is now official for All Out. The Philly crowd loved every second, and the segment felt like a landmark announcement heading into AEW’s next big event.
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Falls Count Anywhere – Darby Allin vs. Claudio Castagnoli (Main Event)
The main event was pure chaos. Darby and Claudio fought all over the arena, using tables, barricades, and even shopping carts as weapons. Claudio’s strength nearly crushed Darby multiple times, but Darby’s reckless style kept him alive. The finish came when Darby nailed a Coffin Drop for the victory. However, Gabe Kidd attacked him immediately after, and the Death Riders swarmed. The closing visual was Darby bloodied, trying to escape as the Death Riders hunted him down, leaving Philly buzzing about what comes next.
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This Dynamite captured the essence of Philly wrestling: raw, chaotic, and emotional. HOOK’s return, Omega’s shocking save, and the Copeland/Christian vs. FTR announcement gave fans unforgettable moments. Moxley/Garcia opened strong, Darby/Claudio closed with carnage, and everything in between advanced key storylines heading into All Out. It was gritty, unpredictable, and exactly the type of show that fits the legendary 2300 Arena atmosphere.
