AEW Revolution 2026 - MJF Retains.. Hangman Page Never Challanging for World Title
AEW Revolution 2026 – MJF Retains..Hangman Page Never Challanging for World Title. All Elite Wrestling descended upon the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles for Revolution 2026, delivering a pay-per-view that felt less like a standard wrestling show and more like a definitive shift in the company’s landscape. From the opening bell of the Zero Hour to the grueling, blood-soaked finale, the atmosphere was electric, fueled by a card packed with high-stakes stipulations and long-simmering rivalries. With six championships on the line and the “Last Chance” ultimatum hanging over the main event, the pressure was on for AEW to prove that their 2026 momentum is more than just hype—it’s a new era of dominance.
The evening was anchored by the brutal Texas Deathmatch between MJF and “Hangman” Adam Page, a collision that felt like the culmination of years of psychological warfare. Beyond the World Title itself, the stipulation that Page could never challenge for the gold again if he lost added a layer of desperation to every strike. Supported by a stellar undercard—including a “No Time Limit” clinic between Jon Moxley and Konosuke Takeshita and a physical Two-out-of-Three Falls match for the Women’s World Title—Revolution 2026 managed to balance pure technical wrestling with the chaotic storytelling that has become the brand’s signature.
AEW Revolution 2026 Rundown
Zero Hour
Boom & Doom vs. The Infantry
The Zero Hour kickoff for AEW Revolution 2026 exploded with chaos as The Infantry ignited a pre-match assault, utilizing aggressive heel tactics to stifle Boom & Doom’s early momentum. The ringside atmosphere reached a fever pitch when Christyan OX interfered behind the referee’s back to attack QT Marshall, leading to a viral face-off with The Rizzlar. Despite the constant outside pressure, Big Boom AJ managed to rally the crowd as the match descended into a frantic struggle for control.
The tension spilled into the audience when Shane Taylor confronted Wayne Brady in the front row, leading to a shocking physical altercation where Shane slammed Brady at ringside after being slapped. This distraction proved costly as Big Justice intervened with a massive spear to take Shane out, allowing Boom & Doom to capitalize on the confusion. With The Infantry distracted, Big Boom AJ and QT Marshall executed their finishing maneuver to secure the hard-fought pinfall victory.
Winners: Big Boom AJ & QT Marshall (Boom & Doom)
TBS Women’s Championship: Willow Nightingale © vs. Lena Kross
The TBS Championship was on the line in a clash of titans that defied expectations from the opening bell. In a shocking display of raw strength, Lena Kross immediately seized the upper hand, effectively overpowering Willow Nightingale—a feat rarely seen given Willow’s reputation as one of AEW’s premier powerhouses. Kross used this momentum to make a massive statement in her young AEW career, keeping the champion grounded and struggling to find an opening as the action spilled to the outside.
Despite the early onslaught, Willow’s veteran instincts kicked in once the fight returned to the ring, where she began unleashing her trademark heavy strikes that resonated throughout the arena. Lena remained unfazed, absorbing the punishment and nearly clinching the title after delivering a TKO followed by a crisp Superkick. However, as Kross positioned the champion for a final Jackhammer, Willow skillfully transitioned into a crucifix roll-up, catching Lena off guard to secure the three-count and retain her gold.
Winner and Still TBS Women’s Champion: Willow Nightingale
The celebration was short-lived as Lena Kross and Megan Bayne launched a brutal double-team assault on the champion. Just as the numbers game seemed too much for Willow to handle, Harley Cameron stormed the ring to make the save, clearing the ring and standing tall alongside the battered Nightingale.
AEW National Championship: 21-Man Black Jack Battle Royal (Part 1)
The stakes for the National Championship reached a fever pitch in a chaotic 21-man Black Jack Battle Royal that defied traditional rules from the outset. As the bell rang, a unique psychological standoff occurred where participants hesitated to officially enter the ring, choosing instead to engage in high-octane brawling on the floor. High-flyers like AR Fox, Lio Rush, and Komander electrified the Staples Center crowd with daring dives to the outside, remaining legally in the match while the ring remained an empty eye of the storm.
Once the action finally shifted inside, the Bang Bang Gang briefly established dominance before the landscape shifted into a series of rapid-fire eliminations and shifting alliances. The match saw a grueling mix of technical prowess and pure desperation, highlighted by a stiff three-way exchange between Anthony Bowens, Scorpio Sky, and Katsuyori Shibata. The drama intensified with Daniel Garcia resorting to villainous tactics by unmasking Komander to secure an elimination, only to be tossed himself by a relentless Tommaso Ciampa.
Main Card
AEW National Championship: 21-Man Black Jack Battle Royal (Part 2)
In a rare occurrence, the battle was so fiercely contested that it actually spilled over from the Zero Hour into the main broadcast as the pay-per-view officially began. As the pyro faded, the field had thinned to the final three: El Clone, Ricochet, and Jack Perry. The intensity hit a new level as El Clone was eventually sent to the floor, leaving the champion and the “Scapegoat” alone.
In a heart-pounding finale, the champion and the challenger traded heavy blows on the apron, each teetering on the edge of elimination as the Los Angeles crowd rose to their feet. The tension peaked when Jack Perry managed to outmaneuver the “Human Highlight Reel,” sending Ricochet crashing to the floor to end his reign. While a devastated Ricochet looked on in disbelief, Perry celebrated his massive title victory in the ring, flanked by his family in a career-defining moment.
Winner and NEW AEW National Champion: Jack Perry
AEW World Tag Team Championship: FTR © vs. The Young Bucks
The atmosphere reached a fever pitch as the Young Bucks made a deeply personal entrance, accompanied by a moving promo package narrated by their children, who joined them on stage to witness this high-stakes encounter. In stark contrast, the champions, FTR, marched to the ring with the manipulative Stokely Hathaway at their side, exuding a cold, business-like demeanor. The match ignited instantly when Dax Harwood slapped Matt Jackson, sparking a fire in the Bucks that led to an opening flurry of their signature high-octane offense. FTR appeared momentarily overwhelmed by the Bucks’ speed, but the tide turned violently when they intercepted a Nick Jackson dive, slamming his face into the commentary table before planting Matt with a brutal piledriver on the apron.
The brutality intensified as Nick Jackson began pouring blood from the earlier table impact, yet the “Young Bucks” spirit remained unbroken as he fought through the crimson mask to bust Dax Harwood open in return. FTR began to lean into their “Seven-Star” reputation, not just with technical wrestling, but with psychological warfare by torturing the Bucks directly in front of their parents at ringside. This backfired when the Bucks’ family, having seen enough, doused FTR with drinks, providing the opening Matt and Nick needed to rally. In a sequence of pure poetic irony, the two teams traded the maneuvers of their idols; FTR’s attempt to mock Shawn Michaels with superkicks was reversed into dual Sharpshooters—the trademark of Bret Hart—leaving the crowd in a frenzy of “AEW” chants.
The closing moments were a masterclass in desperation and near-falls. After a chaotic sequence saw all four men wiped out by a double outside suplex, the action returned to the ring for a “Superkick Party” that nearly ended the champions. Stokely Hathaway proved his worth by distracting the Bucks and destroying Nick’s “injured” cast, allowing FTR to land a Big Rig and an assisted piledriver, both of which the Bucks miraculously survived. In a final act of defiance, the Bucks kicked out of their own BTE Trigger at the count of one, but the end came when FTR countered a “Bang For Your Buck” into a devastating Avalanche Big Rig to secure the three-count.
Winners and Still AEW World Tag Team Champions: FTR
The post-match celebration was cut short by a sudden blackout that sent the Crypto.com Arena into a hush. When the lights returned, Adam Copeland made his long-awaited return to seek vengeance for the previous attack on his wife, and he didn’t come alone. In a moment that shook the foundation of the tag team division, Christian Cage appeared alongside Copeland, flanking FTR from behind. The duo decimated the champions with a Killswitch and a thunderous Spear, before tossing a pleading Stokely Hathaway from the ring. As Copeland and Cage stood tall holding the AEW Tag Team Titles aloft, the Young Bucks recovered in the background, leading to a historic three-way staredown that left the fans chanting “Holy S**t” in anticipation of what’s to come.
Toni Storm vs. Marina Shafir
The Staples Center bore witness to a gritty, high-stakes encounter as Toni Storm faced off against Marina Shafir with a strict “Banned from Ringside” stipulation in place. The atmosphere turned hostile before the bell even rang, as Shafir launched a relentless, unprovoked assault that left the former champion gasping for air. Shafir’s background in combat sports was on full display as she utilized lethal striking and ground-and-pound tactics, catching Storm completely off guard. While Toni managed a desperate counter by slamming Marina’s leg into the commentary table, it did little to dampen the “Problem’s” momentum, as Shafir continued to dictate the pace with brutal precision.
The turning point occurred when Shafir crossed a line, attempting to verbally and physically insult the pride of “Timeless” Toni Storm. This sparked a dormant fire within Storm, who roared back with a technical masterpiece of a performance that combined her signature theatricality with stiff striking. In a shocking moment, Shafir became one of the few to ever kick out of the Storm Zero, sending the match into a fever pitch. As Marina locked in her devastating Mother’s Milk submission, Storm resorted to the most desperate and bizarre of tactics—biting Shafir to break the hold before securing a quick roll-up for the win.
Winner: Toni Storm
The celebration was short-lived by a moment that shook the AEW landscape to its core. As Toni Storm made her way up the ramp, global superstar Ronda Rousey made a stunning entrance, storming the ring and beckoning the winner back for a confrontation. Storm, never one to back down, returned to the squared circle, but the two were quickly swarmed by a literal army of AEW referees and security personnel. In the ensuing chaos, Marina Shafir took advantage of the distraction, leveling Storm with a vicious sucker punch. Shafir then exited the ring alongside a defiant Rousey, leaving fans wondering if the balance of power in the women’s division has changed forever.
AEW Continental Championship: Jon Moxley © vs. Konosuke Takeshita (No Time Limit)
The atmosphere inside the Crypto.com Arena shifted from shock to pure adrenaline as the “Death Rider” Jon Moxley marched to the ring, seemingly energized by the earlier arrival of Ronda Rousey and Marina Shafir. Standing in his way was a determined Konosuke Takeshita, whose focus remained unshaken by the chaotic energy of the night. From the opening bell, the two titans engaged in a brutal “pound-for-pound” struggle, testing each other’s resolve with stiff strikes and grappling. Takeshita eventually seized the upper hand, overwhelming the champion with a sequence of high-impact maneuvers that drew the capacity crowd to their feet, forcing Moxley into a rare defensive stance.
Recognizing the danger, Moxley recalibrated his strategy, shifting his focus to a technical assault on Takeshita’s knee. Despite the targeted damage, Takeshita’s resilience was legendary; even after being busted open by a Curb Stomp on the apron, he beat the ten-count and returned to the ring for more. The match descended into a harrowing exchange of finishers: Takeshita survived a Piledriver and a Death Rider, while Moxley became the first person to ever kick out of the Raging Fire. After Moxley delivered a devastating Avalanche Death Rider from the top rope, only for Takeshita to kick out again, the champion resorted to a reinforced Sleeper Hold. By trapping Takeshita’s hands to prevent a reversal, Moxley finally secured a referee stoppage victory.
Winner and Still AEW Continental Champion: Jon Moxley
Following the bell, the Death Riders entered the ring to congratulate their leader. In a moment of mutual respect, Moxley offered a handshake to the battered Takeshita; though hesitant at first, Takeshita ultimately accepted the gesture before exiting. However, the celebration was cut short as the lights plunged the arena into darkness. A haunting promo package flickered on the screen, showing medical footage of a “rebuild” process following a severe neck injury. The silhouette was unmistakable: Will Ospreay was back. The “Aerial Assassin” stormed the ring and, before Moxley could even square up, leveled the champion with a thunderous Hidden Blade. The Death Riders attempted to swarm, but Ospreay dismantled the faction single-handedly, standing tall as Moxley retreated.
AEW Women’s Tag Team Championship: Babes of Wrath vs. Divine Dominion
The tension began backstage as Renee Paquette interviewed the Babes of Wrath, questioning if Willow Nightingale was truly cleared to compete following the brutal post-match assault she suffered earlier in the night. A defiant Willow insisted she was ready to fight, but the physical toll was evident the moment the bell rang. Divine Dominion wasted no time, immediately swarming the champions and strategically isolating Harley Cameron. Recognizing Harley as the less experienced partner, Lena Kross and Megan Bayne unleashed a relentless, surgical attack, effectively turning the opening minutes into a 2-on-1 handicap match while a dazed Willow struggled to recover at ringside.
In a heroic display of resilience, Harley Cameron managed to weather the storm long enough to tag in a battered Willow Nightingale. Despite a clearly compromised shoulder, Willow exploded into the ring with pure adrenaline, taking on both members of Divine Dominion simultaneously. The Babes of Wrath briefly found their footing with a series of high-energy tandem maneuvers, but the numbers game proved too much. Divine Dominion once again neutralized Harley Cameron, leaving the injured Willow alone in the ring. Seizing the opportunity, Kross and Bayne executed a devastating combination finisher on the champion, securing the pinfall to end the reign of the Babes of Wrath and usher in a new era for the tag division.
Winners and NEW AEW Women’s Tag Team Champions: Divine Dominion (Lena Kross & Megan Bayne)
Swerve Strickland vs. Brody King
In a match that pushed the boundaries of physicality, Swerve Strickland looked to prove he remains the most dangerous man in All Elite Wrestling by engaging in a war of attrition with the House of Black’s powerhouse, Brody King. The match opened with a deafening chop from King that echoed throughout the Crypto.com Arena, immediately putting Strickland on the defensive. However, the “Realest” showed his veteran poise, countering a Cannonball with a surgical House Call to halt King’s momentum. The brutality escalated as the fight spilled to the outside; Swerve exposed the concrete floor and attempted to drop King headfirst into the ring post, only for King to retaliate by slamming Swerve into the barricade with force.
The psychological warfare reached a peak when Swerve attempted to trap King’s fingers in the ring support connections, a tactic that backfired when King displayed his own monstrous strength by trapping Swerve’s entire body in a similar predicament. After escaping, King slammed Swerve onto the concrete followed by a devastating sit-out powerbomb on the apron. In a desperate move, Swerve exposed a turnbuckle, but King reversed, delivering a top-rope bodyslam and a crushing corner Cannonball. Swerve survived a Vertabreaker on the floor and a massive kick-out at one from King after a Swerve Stomp. It took three consecutive House Calls to finally keep the behemoth down for the three-count.
Winner: Swerve Strickland
Following the match, a bloodthirsty Swerve Strickland refused to leave, retrieving a cinder block with the clear intent of ending Brody King’s career. However, as he prepared the final blow, the arena exploded in a roar as Kenny Omega made his shocking return to AEW. Omega stormed the ring with an intensity not seen in months, forcing Swerve to retreat through the crowd in cowardice.
AEW Women’s World Championship: Thekla © vs. Kris Statlander (2-out-of-3 Falls)
The trilogy between Thekla and Kris Statlander reached its boiling point in a grueling 2-out-of-3 Falls encounter. Thekla immediately showcased her psychological edge, goading the challenger into a reckless pursuit. This paid dividends early when Thekla blindsided the official; while the referee was recovering, the “Toxic Spider” secured a cunning roll-up with her feet on the ropes, stealing the first fall. A furious Statlander responded by discarding her tactical approach for pure violence, dismantling the champion on the arena floor and delivering a thunderous suplex that shook the ringside area.
As the match entered the second fall, the intensity reached a fever pitch with both women trading high-impact maneuvers. Thekla desperately sought a submission victory, but Statlander’s raw power proved too much to contain. Reversing a leg-scissors attempt, Statlander planted the champion with a devastating Saturday Night Fever to even the score at 1-1. The final fall saw chaos when Thekla inadvertently took out the referee, using the opening to retrieve the official’s belt. Skye Blue and Julia Hart tried to interfere, but Statlander fought them off with the belt. However, as Statlander prepared to deliver a finishing blow, the referee recovered and snatched the belt away. This distraction allowed Thekla to level Statlander with a spear and a curb stomp to retain.
Winner and Still AEW Women’s World Champion: Thekla (2-1)
AEW World Trios Championship: Don Callis Family © vs. Mistico & JetSpeed
The high-flying duo of JetSpeed entered wearing masks as a tribute to Mistico. As soon as the bell rang, the challengers started defining gravity with their magnificent moves to which the Callis Family had no answers for. The match took a disrespectful turn when the Don Callis Family forcibly removed JetSpeed’s masks, taking down JetSpeed for a long time. However, Mistico single-handedly took out Okada, Fletcher, and Davis, allowing JetSpeed to recover. Okada and Mistico came face-to-face, with Okada coming up on top. Bailey, Davis, Okada, Knight, Mistico, and Fletcher were all on the apron delivering best moves, including a Mistico Mexican Destroyer.
Davis tried to get a chair in the ring, but the referee stopped him, allowing Okada a chance to use the title behind the referee’s back. Bailey dodged, and JetSpeed took out Okada and Fletcher, but Davis single-handedly took out JetSpeed. Mistico jumped in and saved JetSpeed as he stopped Kyle, allowing Mike Bailey to hit a UFO Splash on Davis to win the match. As the new champions celebrated with their masks back on, a graphic confirmed that Mistico is officially All Elite.
Winners and NEW AEW World Trios Champions: Mistico & JetSpeed
Andrade vs. Bandido
Andrade and Bandido, two of Mexico’s best high-flying stars, met in a match where Bandido sought to prove himself in front of his idol. The match started with fast-paced offense and reversals as no one was getting a single first hit. Bandido switched from pants to shorts to hype up the crowd, but got distracted, allowing Andrade to capitalize inside and outside the ring. When Bandido was down, Andrade was chilling with fans taking selfies, but when he switched from pants to shorts, he got the biggest reaction.
Both were unstoppable, delivering performances like Bandido’s frog splash and Andrade’s moonsaults. Once in the match, when Bandido hit Andrade with a German suplex, Andrade dropped on the turnbuckle so bad it felt like he sustained an injury, but he pulled himself together to deliver a Discus Elbow. Bandido went for a 21 Plex, but Andrade threw him outside. Back in the ring, Bandido hit an Overhead Scorpio Kick and 21 Plex for a near-fall. Bandido went for it again, but Andrade hit his finisher from the middle corner rope for the 3 count.
Winner: Andrade
Tornado Trios Match: Darby Allin, Roderick Strong & Orange Cassidy vs. The Dogs
The Tornado Trios match started with Darby, Cassidy, and Strong jumping on Finlay, Connors, and Kidd. The match dissolved into a pure brawl until The Dogs cornered Darby Allin and tied him to the ring post with the tag rope and his neck chain. Looking at Darby getting ambushed, Cassidy stepped in, followed by Strong who used Cassidy as a weapon to take down The Dogs. Listening to the “Free That Darby” chants, Cassidy cut the rope and Darby got free, single-handedly taking down the Dogs and applying simultaneous submissions.
The fight spilled to the ramp where Gabe Kidd tried to throw Darby off the stage. Darby countered, launching himself with a skateboard and ziptieing Kidd’s hands to the ramp. Inside the ring, Finlay hit a finisher on Strong and was about to win, but Darby Allin came back, took out Finlay, and carried him all the way to Gabe Kidd. This left Connors alone in the ring for Strong and Cassidy to hit their finishers, with Cassidy securing the pin.
Winners: Darby Allin, Roderick Strong & Orange Cassidy
AEW World Heavyweight Championship: MJF © vs. “Hangman” Adam Page (Last Chance Texas Deathmatch)
Hangman Adam Page entered with a package showing his entire AEW career and a barbed wire wrap around his arm. MJF entered with a promo showing him resting on Hangman’s grave, wearing Terry Funk-inspired gear. Page immediately chased MJF into the crowd, stapling a “Happy Birthday” card to MJF’s chest and slamming him through a window frame. Page used barbed wire in MJF’s mouth to slash his smile, but MJF countered with broken glass to slice Page’s forehead. MJF tried to attack with a broom, but Page broke it and used the handle. MJF countered with a chair and put a syringe in Page’s mouth, but Page fought back with a barbed wire chair and a Deadeye through a table.
The brutality continued with a tombstone through a table and the use of light tubes under the ramp. Page planted chopsticks into MJF’s forehead and hit a Buckshot Lariat, but MJF stood up. Page then chained himself to MJF with a dog collar. MJF slammed Page from the top rope onto a barbed wire table outside. They fought to the ramp where they dove off through the electric station, resulting in a big blast. Both beat the 10-count. Back in the ring, MJF used a low blow and the World title, but Page stood up and hit MJF with the belt. Page went for one more Buckshot, but MJF countered with the Dynamite Diamond Ring and hung Page with the dog collar chain for the 10-count.
Winner and Still AEW World Heavyweight Champion: MJF
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