AEW Collision came to Philadelphia with a fired-up crowd ready for high-impact wrestling and story-driven chaos. The show balanced technical bouts, tag team action, and a main event that left fans buzzing ahead of All Out. Collision felt like a show designed to set the table for major feuds, while still giving the live audience and viewers at home strong in-ring action from start to finish.
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Jon Moxley vs. Daniel Garcia
The night opened with a gritty contest between Jon Moxley and Daniel Garcia. Garcia came in determined, targeting Moxley’s legs with submissions and showing his technical edge. Moxley absorbed the punishment and countered with brawling offense, hammering elbows, and high-impact strikes. Garcia nearly had it locked in when he cinched deep submissions, but Moxley powered out and connected with the Paradigm Shift for the win.
Post-match, Garcia voiced his frustrations about being overlooked, setting the stage for a darker, more aggressive version of his character moving forward. The match established Garcia as resilient while keeping Moxley strong as he eyes bigger challenges.
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FTR vs. Adam Priest & Tommy Billington
FTR’s reputation as masters of tag wrestling was on full display against Adam Priest and the young, energetic Tommy Billington. Priest brought solid groundwork while Billington impressed with his athleticism, but FTR quickly cut the ring in half and wore down their opponents with precision teamwork. A powerplex sealed the victory, reminding the division that FTR is still the team to beat.
The spotlight on Billington showed flashes of promise, while FTR’s post-match demeanor hinted at bigger battles on the horizon.
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Eight-Woman Tag Team Match
Toni Storm, Kris Statlander, Mina Shirakawa, and Harley Cameron teamed up against Thekla, Julia Hart, Skye Blue, and Megan Bayne in a chaotic and fast-paced eight-woman tag. Each competitor had moments to shine: Statlander’s powerhouse offense, Storm’s veteran craft, Mina’s creativity, and Harley’s opportunistic style. On the other side, the Triangle of Madness brought eerie cohesion, with Julia Hart’s presence adding a haunting edge.
The match ended with Storm’s team standing tall, but the bigger story came afterward — Toni Storm declared that the AEW Women’s World Championship would be defended in a four-way match at All Out against Thekla, Jamie Hayter, and Kris Statlander. This announcement elevated the women’s division and gave the bout lasting significance.
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Main Event: Konosuke Takeshita vs. Mark Briscoe
Mark Briscoe and Konosuke Takeshita closed the night with an explosive main event. Briscoe brought his trademark energy with hard strikes and aerial offense, while Takeshita matched him with power and speed. Just as Briscoe looked ready to secure the win, chaos struck.
Don Callis distracted the referee, opening the door for MJF to appear and shove Briscoe from the top rope. Takeshita capitalized with his devastating finisher to score the victory. Afterward, MJF mocked Briscoe and officially challenged him to a match at All Out. The Philadelphia crowd erupted in boos, cementing the angle as one of the hottest heading into the pay-per-view.
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Other Highlights
Dalton Castle re-emerged with a wild new vignette alongside the Outrunners, promising his eccentric return to the Collision spotlight.
Kyle Fletcher, the reigning TNT Champion, issued a bold challenge toward Hangman Adam Page, signaling his intent to climb into the World Title picture.
Jon Moxley, following his victory, made it clear his sights are set on Darby Allin, building tension for their impending showdown.
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AEW Collision delivered a sharp, story-driven episode with meaningful matches and pay-per-view level developments. From Moxley’s gritty opener to the shocking interference in the main event, the show succeeded in pushing rivalries forward while keeping the wrestling quality high. With All Out around the corner, Collision felt like the perfect launchpad, fueling anticipation and leaving plenty of story threads to unravel in the weeks ahead.
