All Elite Wrestling’s Double or Nothing 2025, held on May 25 at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, marked a significant departure from its Las Vegas roots. The event showcased a blend of intense rivalries, high-stakes matches, and memorable moments that left fans buzzing.
Owen Hart Foundation Cup Finals: New Paths to Glory
The evening commenced with the culmination of the Owen Hart Foundation Cup tournaments. In the men’s final, “Hangman” Adam Page overcame Will Ospreay in a match that balanced technical prowess with emotional storytelling. Page’s victory not only honored Owen Hart’s legacy but also secured him a coveted title shot against Jon Moxley at the upcoming All In event in Texas.
On the women’s side, Mercedes Moné faced Jamie Hayter in a fiercely contested bout. Moné’s win added another accolade to her impressive resume, positioning her as a formidable contender in the women’s division.
Championship Clashes: Titles Defended with Tenacity
AEW Women’s World Championship: “Timeless” Toni Storm successfully defended her title against Mina Shirakawa. The match was a testament to both competitors’ resilience, with Storm’s experience giving her the edge in the end.
AEW Continental Championship: Kazuchika Okada retained his championship by defeating “Speedball” Mike Bailey. The bout was a showcase of Okada’s strategic mastery and Bailey’s relentless offense.
Anarchy in the Arena: Chaos Reigns Supreme
One of the night’s most talked-about matches was the Anarchy in the Arena, featuring Kenny Omega, Swerve Strickland, Willow Nightingale, and The Opps (Samoa Joe, Powerhouse Hobbs, and Katsuyori Shibata) against The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Marina Shafir, and Wheeler Yuta) and The Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson). The match lived up to its name, delivering a chaotic spectacle filled with unexpected alliances and brutal confrontations.
Tag Team Turmoil and Rising Stars
AEW Tag Team Championship: The Hurt Syndicate, with assistance from MJF, retained their titles against the Sons of Texas. The match highlighted the Syndicate’s cohesive strategy and MJF’s opportunistic tactics.
FTR vs. Daniel Garcia and Nigel McGuinness: FTR emerged victorious in a match that combined technical wrestling with high-impact maneuvers, reaffirming their status as one of AEW’s premier tag teams.
Don Callis Family vs. Paragon: The Don Callis Family secured a win over Paragon, further establishing their dominance in AEW’s faction warfare.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for AEW?
The outcomes of Double or Nothing 2025 have set the stage for intriguing storylines and rivalries. Hangman Page’s impending title match against Jon Moxley promises to be a clash of contrasting styles and philosophies. Mercedes Moné’s ascent in the women’s division adds a new layer of competition, potentially leading to high-stakes encounters in future events.
As AEW continues its momentum, fans can anticipate further developments on upcoming episodes of Dynamite and Rampage, leading into the next major pay-per-view, All In.