Opening Showdown: Garcia vs. Christian
The evening kicked off with Daniel AEW Collision standout Daniel Garcia taking on Blake Christian. Matt Menard hovered at ringside, adding an extra layer of tension. Mid‑match, Jon Moxley and Marina Shafir stormed the entrance, with Moxley leaning in to whisper something to Garcia before disappearing into the crowd. The advice seemed to lock Garcia into a guillotine choke as Christian dove, and a follow‑up piledriver sealed the three‑count.
Garcia’s win immediately sparked talk of a future showdown with Moxley, a former world champion whose cryptic words have left fans wondering if a revenge match is on the horizon.
Tag Team Turmoil and Rising Factions
TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher teamed with The Don Callis Family’s own Josh Alexander to face Tomohiro Ishii and Kyle O'Reilly. The bout showcased a clash of styles—Fletcher’s power versus Ishii’s hard‑hitting chops—ultimately ending when Alexander hit a slick suplex‑followed‑by‑pin on O'Reilly.
The victory gave The Don Callis Family leverage as they promote an eight‑man tag clash slated for the upcoming Dynamite episode, promising a “battle of the best” that could reshape the tag division.
Meanwhile, masked high‑flyer Hologram kept his undefeated streak alive, besting veteran Jay Lethal in a fast‑paced contest. The win fuels speculation that Hologram is being groomed for a title picture, especially as fans debate the role of the mysterious “algorithm” that seems to steer his path.
FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) handled JD Drake and Adam Priest in just under ten minutes. After the win, Wheeler grabbed a microphone and fired off a promo aimed squarely at Adam Copeland and Christian Cage, hinting at a showdown between the old guard and the new.
Big Bill finally got a taste of retribution, taking down Juice Robinson, a member of the Bang Bang Gang, in a hard‑hitting bout that saw Bill’s size advantage on full display.
Women’s Division Takes Center Stage
The marquee match featured AEW Women’s World Champion ‘Timeless’ Toni Storm teaming with Interim ROH Women’s TV Champion Mina Shirakawa and Queen Aminata. Their opponents—Julia Hart, Skye Blue, and Billie Starkz—pressed hard, but Storm’s experience shone through. A coordinated triple‑team maneuver secured the pins, sparking cheers from the Philly crowd.
The celebration was cut short when the Triangle of Madness (Jade Cargill, Leila Grey, and a masked enforcer) stormed the ring, delivering a brutal post‑match beat‑down. Their assault left the victorious trio bruised and set the tone for a looming feud.
Backstage Drama and Emerging Feuds
- Jamie Hayter and Thekla exchanged heated words backstage, escalating a rivalry that could explode on Dynamite.
- Mark Briscoe was seen aligning with The Don Callis Family, hinting at a possible tag alliance.
- Gabe Kidd challenged Darby Allin, promising a high‑risk clash that plays to both wrestlers’ strengths.
- Sky Flight and Top Flight continued their airborne war, with each team winning a tag‑match in the past week.
Two championship challenges were issued live on air, and one has already been booked for the next Dynamite episode, adding immediate stakes to the ongoing storylines.
Setting the Stage for All Out 2025
The Philadelphia audience proved why the 2300 Arena remains a wrestling shrine; every slam echoed off the historic walls, amplifying the drama. As AEW looks toward All Out, the narrative threads from tonight’s show intertwine: Garcia’s potential Moxley clash, FTR’s target on Copeland and Cage, the Triangle of Madness’ vow of domination, and the women’s division poised for a title dispute.
With each match delivering a mix of technical prowess, raw power, and surprise twists, the road to All Out feels more unpredictable than ever. Fans will be watching closely to see which feuds ignite, which alliances hold, and whether tonight’s victors can keep the momentum as the biggest pay‑per‑view of the summer approaches.