AEW Forbidden Door 2025 will go down as one of the wildest nights in AEW history, but the women stood out just as much as the men. Toni Storm and Athena turned their battle into pure chaos, smashing each other into steps, barricades, and ring posts until Storm forced Athena to tap in the TCM Chickenwing. Mercedes Moné walked into London with guards carrying her gold and walked out still TBS Champion, rolling Persephone into a victory pin after surviving Bozilla’s power and Windsor’s submissions. And in Zero Hour, Megan Bayne and the Triangle of Madness dominated Willow Nightingale, Statlander, Harley Cameron, and Queen Aminata in a showcase of strength and attitude. The women weren’t just competing—they were shaping the stories that carried through the night. And the men brought plenty of heat too, with some unforgettable highlights: Hangman Adam Page  defeated MJF  to retain the AEW World Championship after surviving Max’s dirty tricks and finally landing the Buckshot Lariat. Brodido (Bandido & Brody King)  shocked the world by beating The Hurt Syndicate  and FTR  to become new AEW World Tag Team Champions. Zack Sabre Jr.  retained the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against Nigel McGuinness  in a technical wrestling masterclass. Darby Allin, Will Ospreay, Tanahashi, and the Golden Lovers  won the Lights Out Steel Cage Match, though the night ended in horror when Moxley and Claudio brutalized Ospreay in a post-match assault. Adam Copeland & Christian Cage  reunited to beat Killswitch & Kip Sabian , proving their chemistry still clicks after more than a decade apart. Kyle Fletcher  retained the TNT Title in a brutal war against Hiromu Takahashi . The Opps (Samoa Joe, Shibata, Powerhouse Hobbs)  kept their AEW Trios Titles against the Bullet Club War Dogs. Forbidden Door 2025 delivered exactly what fans wanted: gold defended, legends reborn, chaos unleashed, and women proving once again they’re the backbone of AEW’s biggest nights. Check out our watch along and post show:

The morning after is never pretty — but Taya Valkyrie just made it iconic. Her brand-new single The Morning After  now has a music video, and it’s the perfect anthem for those summer nights that don’t stop until the sun comes up. The visual feels like a party you don’t want to leave: glitter still on your skin, streamers floating in the pool, friends passed out on the couch, and the first light of morning creeping through the blinds. It’s fun, chaotic, and everything that makes summer unforgettable. Earlier this month, Taya dropped two new tracks — That’s a You Problem  and The Morning After . Both are certified vibes and show that her pop era is here to stay. You can stream the songs and watch the video now on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, iHeartRadio, TikTok, and Instagram. Hit play, turn it all the way up, and relive the night you’ll never forget. Check out her music video:

All Elite Wrestling is making its way back to the United Kingdom this December, and fans overseas are in for a treat. The company announced today that it will run two major events in the UK to close out the year, giving British fans another chance to see AEW’s top stars live. The action kicks off in Wales on Saturday, December 13, as AEW Collision  takes over the Utilita Arena in Cardiff. Just a few days later, on Wednesday, December 17, AEW Dynamite  makes its Manchester debut at the brand-new Co-op Live arena. Both shows will be televised globally, showcasing AEW’s roster to an international audience while giving UK fans another unforgettable live experience. Tickets for both events officially go on sale on Friday, September 5 at 10 a.m. local time through LiveNation.co.uk . Fans who want to secure their seats early can sign up for AEW Insider at allelitewrestling.com/aew-insider  to get access to presale opportunities. AEW has been steadily growing its international presence, and these shows continue to prove that the UK fan base is one of the most passionate in the world. Cardiff and Manchester are both set to become electric when AEW brings its unique brand of wrestling across the pond once again.

Nyla Rose just shook up the UK women’s wrestling scene in the best way possible. On Saturday night, “The Native Beast” walked into ProWrestling EVE’s main event and walked out with the EVE Championship around her waist after a hard-fought 18-minute battle against Nightshade. AEW referee Aubrey Edwards was the special guest official, keeping things in check as Rose unleashed her power and grit. The win ended Nightshade’s 113-day reign and gave Nyla her first championship since 2021. Fans will remember her historic AEW Women’s World Title run back in 2020, and now she’s back on top with international gold. But the story doesn’t stop there. While Mercedes Moné has been busy collecting belts all over the globe — nine and counting after this past Friday — Nyla has decided to play defense. Instead of flaunting her new prize, she’s jokingly hiding it from Moné, even going as far as blocking her on social media. Why? Simple: if Mercedes can’t see the belt, maybe she can’t take it. It’s classic Nyla Rose: a little humor, a little shade, and a whole lot of dominance in the ring. The EVE Championship now has new energy, and fans everywhere are watching to see if Moné eventually comes calling. Until then, Nyla’s got the gold, and she’s making sure the world knows it’s hers.

Mercedes Moné is stacking gold like it’s second nature. Already holding the AEW TBS Championship, the Undisputed British Women’s Championship, and CMLL’s World Women’s Championship, she can now add the Discovery Wrestling Scottish Women’s Championship to her resume. The match went down Friday night at RevPro’s Global Wars UK from the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre in London. Moné battled Emersyn Jayne in a title-versus-title clash that stretched nearly twenty minutes. Jayne brought the fight, but Moné dug deep and sealed the victory with a backstabber that flowed right into her signature Statement Maker submission. Jayne had no choice but to tap, and just like that, the Scottish belt joined Moné’s growing lineup. The stakes were high from the start. Moné put her Undisputed British Women’s Championship on the line, while Jayne defended Discovery Wrestling’s Scottish Women’s title. The bout was set earlier this week after Jayne publicly called out Moné, and both women showed why the UK scene continues to thrive. This win marks a busy stretch for Moné. Just two nights before, she teamed up with Athena on AEW Dynamite to defeat Toni Storm and Alex Windsor in a main event tag match. And the grind isn’t slowing down. Saturday night, she’ll be back in action at RevPro’s 13th Anniversary show, this time in a trios match with Dani Luna and Kanji against the Cut Throat Collective. For Mercedes Moné, championship gold is no longer just a prize. It’s the standard.

All Elite Wrestling President Tony Khan hosted a media call on Thursday to preview this weekend’s AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. He touched on everything from WWE scheduling shows opposite AEW to the future of pay-per-view, why this year’s card leans more AEW-heavy, and which stars are rising in 2025. Khan acknowledged WWE stacking shows against AEW but said his focus is squarely on AEW’s growth. He highlighted increases in TV viewership for Dynamite and Collision, boosted by the simulcast on HBO Max. “At our best, we’re focused on what we’re doing, not on trying to be the only wrestling company in the world. We’re trying to be the best. I know we have the best wrestlers, the best TV shows, the best pay-per-views, and the best fans,” Khan said. While not giving away exact numbers, Khan confirmed Forbidden Door 2025 will go down as one of AEW’s top five events of all time in ticket sales, attendance, and gate revenue. He also pointed out that three of the company’s top four gates have happened in London, proving once again that the UK is one of AEW’s strongest markets. When asked if the traditional pay-per-view model is on the way out, Khan dismissed the idea. He pointed to AEW’s consistently strong buy rates and live event turnouts and teased that HBO Max could soon join the PPV lineup. “I can’t wait for HBO Max to join when it’s ready to go,” he said. This year’s Forbidden Door features more AEW vs. AEW matches than usual. Khan explained that the event’s later date in the summer meant NJPW and STARDOM talents were tied up with the G1 Climax and Grand Prix tournaments, making them unavailable until right before the show. He emphasized that the priority is always delivering the best matches possible. He pointed back to a previous year where he passed on using NJPW’s Yota Tsuji and instead booked Will Ospreay against then-champion Swerve Strickland, calling it the right move for the fans and the title picture. When asked about Alex Windsor, Khan had nothing but praise. He described Windsor as a huge part of AEW’s future and said she has already proven herself to be a star right now. Injuries to other talent opened the door for Windsor, but Khan stressed that she made the most of every opportunity, impressing in key matches on both Dynamite and Collision. “I think Alex Windsor could be a top star in AEW in the future and I think she’s a top star in AEW right now,” Khan said. On the gaming side, Khan admitted he’s not a gaming expert but said AEW learned a lot from its first video game, Fight Forever. He believes those lessons could help create a much stronger sequel if the company moves forward with one. Forbidden Door 2025 is already shaping up to be one of the biggest nights in AEW history. Stick around with us—we’ll have a watch-along and a post-show breakdown to cover everything that goes down. See you then.

AEW Dynamite landed in Glasgow for the first time, and while the night was stacked with chaos, brawls, and shocking twists, it was the women who left the loudest mark heading into Forbidden Door. The biggest statement of the night came from Athena . The ROH Women’s World Champion teamed up with TBS Champion Mercedes Moné to face AEW Women’s World Champion Toni Storm and Alex Windsor in a match that highlighted the tangled web of rivalries surrounding Sunday’s pay-per-view. While Storm and Windsor tried to play nice, their chemistry faltered at key moments. Athena and Moné weren’t exactly in sync either, but when they locked in, they were lethal. Storm, rocking Glasgow-inspired gear, tried to rally her side, but Athena’s firepower shifted the tide. Athena laid Storm out with a vicious piledriver on the steps, making it clear that she’s ready to take the AEW Women’s World Title at Forbidden Door. Windsor nearly had Moné beat with a Sharpshooter, but the mistake of forgetting who was legal cost her. Athena soared with the O-Face for the pin, sending a message that she is the true threat in Sunday’s championship match. Even after the bell, tensions didn’t stop. Moné came face-to-face with another opponent at Forbidden Door, Persephone, who shoved the TBS Champion to the ground in a moment that had the Glasgow crowd buzzing. With Toni Storm nursing injuries, Windsor reeling from the loss, and Moné finding herself targeted from all sides, Athena walked out of Dynamite looking like the most dangerous woman in the game. AEW Dynamite was filled with major developments, but the women’s division showed once again why it cannot be overlooked. Forbidden Door will be packed with high-stakes battles, and the women’s matches are shaping up to steal the show. Be sure to check out our watch-along and post-show for all the reactions, breakdowns, and surprises as we get closer to one of the most anticipated pay-per-views of the year.

This week’s episode of WOW – Women of Wrestling brought equal parts chaos, payback, and pure wrestling drama. From torn dolls to championship aspirations, every match had a layer of heat that made the night unforgettable. The Trios Championship battle wasn’t just about gold—it was about revenge. After Kandi Krush heartlessly tore the head off Daisy Lane’s beloved doll, Monsters & Metal came into this fight with bad intentions. Top Tier, always willing to push buttons, underestimated just how personal this had become. What we saw was less wrestling and more all-out destruction, with pride, rage, and vengeance driving every move. Gabriella Cruz continues her hot streak, and this week she found herself across from BK Rhythm. BK had the always-fashionable Gigi Gianni in her corner, but even with the backup, Gabriella looked determined to keep climbing the ranks. Cruz’s energy and focus are making her one to watch, and this match added another strong notch to her record. Scout Parker and Sprout Greens can’t seem to let go of their beef with Big Rig Betty and Jessie Jones. The grudge all started with that grocery store ambush, and since then, every encounter has turned ugly fast. This week was no different—Betty and Jessie brought their southern grit, while The Environmentalists came with their self-righteous fury. The chemistry between these four is combustible, and it feels like we’re only scratching the surface of this feud. The main event delivered what WOW fans live for: world-class wrestling with the championship picture on the line. Genesis and Santana Garrett, both fixated on the WOW World Championship, went head-to-head in a match that felt like a statement from both women. The intensity was undeniable—every lock-up, every near fall screamed that neither wanted to be considered second best. This wasn’t just a match; it was an audition for greatness. Episode 49 wasn’t just another night of WOW action—it was a showcase of grudges exploding, rising stars making noise, and veterans staking their claim to the throne. From shattered dolls to shattered egos, the road to the top of WOW is getting nastier by the week, and if this episode proved anything, it’s that the fight for glory is only getting started. Check out our watch along and post show:

Natalya just made history. At the Cauliflower Alley Club’s 59th reunion, she became the first woman to ever receive the Lou Thesz Award, one of the most prestigious honors in professional wrestling. For those who don’t know, the Cauliflower Alley Club is a nonprofit that brings together generations of wrestlers to celebrate the craft, and the Lou Thesz Award is reserved for those whose careers have left an undeniable mark on the business. Lou Thesz himself was a game-changer. A multiple-time NWA World Heavyweight Champion with reigns totaling over ten years, his influence on wrestling is impossible to ignore. He pioneered moves like the Lou Thesz press, the powerbomb, and the STF. When his name is attached to an award, you know it’s about legitimacy, technical mastery, and respect for the art of wrestling. Natalya now joins that lineage, sitting alongside icons like her uncle Bret “Hitman” Hart, Kurt Angle, Ron Simmons, and J.J. Dillon. That’s elite company, but it’s a seat she’s more than earned. Her WWE resume speaks volumes: former Divas Champion, SmackDown Women’s Champion, Women’s Tag Team Champion, and the holder of multiple Guinness World Records, including most matches, most wins, and most pay-per-view appearances of any woman in WWE history. Longevity? She’s got it. Consistency? It’s her calling card. But here’s the thing about Natalya: she’s not just decorated with titles and records. She’s been the backbone of the women’s division for over a decade, carrying on the legacy of the legendary Hart Dungeon as its first female graduate. More than that, she’s been the steady hand guiding younger talent, shaping the future of women’s wrestling from the inside out. When you think about locker room leaders, Natalya’s name is always near the top of the list. This award doesn’t just honor the championships she’s won. It celebrates her entire career, the way she’s balanced technical excellence with resilience, and her deep respect for wrestling history. Natalya isn’t just a Hart or a champion. She’s her own standard bearer, and now, she’s forever tied to Lou Thesz’s legacy.

Leila Grey has always had her eye on the spotlight. Fans know her from AEW, where she’s built a reputation as a competitor who isn’t afraid to step up and take on anyone. But before wrestling, Grey always dreamed of being in the entertainment business. Now, she’s making that dream even bigger by stepping onto the music stage. On Tuesday, August 19th, Leila Grey will headline The Bowery Electric in New York City for the official release party of her debut album, THIS IS LEILA . The show promises to be more than just a performance. It’s a celebration of her journey, her artistry, and her drive to create outside the ropes. Grey isn’t coming alone. The night will also feature live performances from Paloma Blanco and other special guests, making it a full night of music and energy. Fans can expect Grey to bring the same fire she’s shown in AEW but in a brand-new way, using her voice and music to tell her story. For Grey, this is the natural next step. She’s always wanted to be in entertainment, and with wrestling and music now running side by side, she’s proving she doesn’t have to choose. THIS IS LEILA  is more than an album title. It’s a statement. Join Leila Grey on August 19th at The Bowery Electric for a night of music, fun, and the start of a brand-new chapter in her career. Check out Leila's interview: