Hang 'Em High! Adam Page Ends Death Riders' Reign at All In: Texas (ep.941)

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) made history tonight at Globe Life Field, presenting AEW All In: Texas, a landmark pay-per-view that cemented itself as a pivotal moment in the company’s history. The event lived up to its billing as a "newsworthy" spectacle, featuring dramatic returns, significant title outcomes, and consequential storyline progression that reshaped the AEW landscape.
The night’s events were highlighted by the crowning of a new AEW World Champion, major shifts in company management, and the surprising return of key figures.
Hangman Adam Page Reclaims World Championship Amid Stunning ReturnsIn the main event, “Hangman” Adam Page defeated Jon Moxley in a brutal Texas Death Match to win the AEW World Championship. The highly anticipated bout reached a fever pitch with the unexpected returns of Bryan Danielson and Darby Allin. The two wrestlers, who had been absent from AEW television following a hiatus to climb Mount Everest, appeared in a pivotal moment to aid Hangman Adam Page, helping him overcome the formidable Jon Moxley and secure the world title. This dramatic conclusion marks a significant turning point in the AEW World Title picture, signaling a united front against the dominant Death Riders faction.
Cope Aids Christian Cage, Hinting at a ReunionAnother major development unfolded during the AEW Tag Team Championship match. The Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin) successfully defended their titles against Christian Cage & Nick Wayne (The Patriarchy) and JetSpeed (Kevin Knight & Mike Bailey).However, the aftermath of the match saw a stunning betrayal as Nick Wayne turned on Christian Cage. As Wayne prepared to deliver a Conchairto to his mentor, Cope (Adam Copeland) made a shocking return. Cope intervened, saving Cage from the attack and clearing the ring. While Cope didn't embrace Cage immediately, his actions and a cryptic message delivered to Cage after the match ("Go find yourself") suggested a potential reunion and a new direction for the relationship between the two former allies, adding layers of complexity to the ongoing Patriarchy storyline.
MJF and Athena Secure Future World Title ShotsThe Casino Gauntlet Matches provided significant opportunities for future championship reigns. MJF emerged victorious in the Men’s Gauntlet Match, securing a future shot at the AEW World Championship. In a parallel development, Athena won the Women’s Casino Gauntlet Match, earning her opportunity to challenge for the AEW Women’s World Championship. These victories set the stage for major championship bouts down the line.
The Young Bucks Lose EVP Roles; Major Titles Change HandsThe event also featured a high-stakes tag team match that saw Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay defeat The Young Bucks. Per the match stipulation, The Young Bucks must now relinquish their roles as AEW EVPs, fundamentally altering the leadership structure within the company.
In other championship action: * Unified Championship: Kazuchika Okada defeated Kenny Omega in a highly anticipated winner-takes-all match, unifying the AEW International and Continental Championships. * AEW Women’s World Championship: “Timeless” Toni Storm successfully retained her title against Mercedes Moné. * TNT Championship: Dustin Rhodes defeated Kyle Fletcher, Sammy Guevara, and Daniel Garcia in a four-way match to become the new TNT Champion. * AEW World Trios Championship: Samoa Joe, Katsuyori Shibata & Powerhouse Hobbs (The Opps) successfully defended their titles against Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta & Gabe Kidd (The Death Riders).AEW All In: Texas delivered an impactful pay-per-view, leveraging significant returns and major storyline advancements to leave a lasting impression on the AEW landscape. The fallout from this event is expected to dominate programming in the coming weeks as new champions and evolving alliances take center stage.
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