As the year draws to a close, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is poised to make a significant impact with its highly anticipated third annual Worlds End pay-per-view, set to shape major storylines leading into 2026.
The standout match features MJF returning to the forefront of the AEW men’s world title picture, vying for the championship in a four-way contest against Samoa Joe, Swerve Strickland, and “Hangman” Adam Page. This match is expected to be explosive, considering the current narrative arcs surrounding these top competitors.
Not to be overlooked, the event also promises exciting encounters, including the conclusion of the Continental Classic tournament and the Babes of Wrath defending their AEW women’s tag team titles against the formidable duo of Mercedes Moné and Athena. This rematch is particularly compelling following their original bout in the championship tournament, where the Babes of Wrath emerged victorious.
Worlds End is scheduled for Saturday, December 27, beginning at 8 p.m. ET, with a pre-show starting at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the event on HBO Max, Prime Video, and Pay-Per-View. The venue will be the Now Arena in Chicago, Illinois, which has become an iconic location for wrestling events.
The match card for Worlds End includes:
– Continental Classic Semifinal: Kazuchika Okada vs. Konosuke Takeshita
– Continental Classic Semifinal: Kyle Fletcher vs. Jon Moxley
– AEW Women’s World Championship: Kris Statlander (c) vs. Jamie Hayter
– Chicago Street Fight for AEW Men’s World Tag Team Championships: FTR (Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler) (c) vs. Bang Bang Gang (Juice Robinson & Austin Gunn)
– Darby Allin vs. Gabe Kidd
– AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship: Babes of Wrath (Willow Nightingale & Harley Cameron) (c) vs. Mercedes Moné and Athena
– Continental Classic Final: Winner of Okada/Takeshita vs. Winner of Fletcher/Moxley
– AEW Men’s World Championship: Samoa Joe (c) vs. “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland vs. MJF
Key matches to watch include the Continental Classic Semifinals, particularly the face-off between Kyle Fletcher and Jon Moxley. Fletcher has shown remarkable resilience throughout the tournament, and Moxley’s ongoing storyline hints at a potentially transformative moment in his career. Similarly, the clash between Kazuchika Okada and Konosuke Takeshita promises to deliver exceptional in-ring action, reflecting their escalating tension in recent weeks.
Another highlight is the women’s tag team championship match, where the Babes of Wrath, comprised of Harley Cameron and Willow Nightingale, will defend against the experienced team of Moné and Athena. Both teams have shown impressive growth and talent, making this rematch highly anticipated, with the potential for unforeseen twists given Moné’s recent storyline challenges.
In the main event, Samoa Joe faces formidable competition from MJF, Swerve Strickland, and “Hangman” Adam Page. Joe’s surprise victory over Page at Full Gear earlier this year kicked off a riveting series of events, culminating in MJF’s dramatic return to stake his claim to the title. The shifting alliances and high stakes position this four-way encounter as a pivotal moment in AEW history.
Worlds End could not only redefine individual journeys but also influence the overall direction of the promotion as it heads into a new year filled with potential. Wrestling fans can expect a memorable and thrilling night of action that sets the tone for 2026.