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JNPO: September 2025 wrestling year in review | WWE Wrestlepalooza vs. AEW All Out

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The best damn pro wrestling year in review series continues with a stop in September 2025 on today’s Josh Nason’s Punch-Out.

Returning guest Davie Portman of Poisonrana & upNXT on Post Wrestling returns for his annual holiday drop in.

Josh and Davie talk about the somewhat head-to-head battle between AEW All Out and WWE Wrestlepalooza and all of the run-up to WWE’s PLE debut on ESPN which saw the in-ring return of Brock Lesnar and AJ Lee.

They also talk about Will Ospreay’s neck surgery, the backlash to the WrestleMania/Saudi Arabia announcement, Dominik Mysterio winning another title, and all the big headlines from WWE, AEW, NXTNAAA, ROH, Japan, Mexico and the indies.

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WOR: Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame discussion kickoff, lessons from last Saturday

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Dave Meltzer and I are back with the Friday edition of Wrestling Observer Radio, talking about all the big news from today’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

Additionally, John Muse and Ethan Tyler joined us to talk about the Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame candidates in the US (modern and historical) and Japan.

Here were some of the things we discussed before getting to the Hall of Fame conversation:

  • AEW All Out buyrate
  • Lessons from last Saturday
  • WWE Wrestlepalooza interest
  • NXT & AEW Dynamite ratings

Next week, we’ll go over the rest of the ballot.

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Here’s the extra 25 minutes of superchat questions that weren’t on the original audio version.

Wrestling Weekly: What’s next after AEW All Out & WWE Wrestlepalooza?

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The Friday Wrestling Weekly with Vic Sosa and Les Thatcher has arrived.

Coming off a well received AEW All Out and Wrestlepalooza that didn’t get WWE the greatest review from their new PLE partner, we look at what’s on the horizon for both companies.

Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

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Estimated AEW All Out PPV buys in range with other big event

Posted on by Josh Nason

AEW’s third-straight afternoon pay-per-view — All Out from Toronto, Canada — continued their run of strong PPV sales despite earlier start times.

In this week’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer reported that according to a source, last Saturday’s show did “numbers similar to Revolution” which would put it in the range of between 135,000-140,000 total buys worldwide.

Last Saturday also featured WWE Wrestlepalooza, a premium live event that started at 7 PM Eastern and kicked off their ESPN partnership domestically. The shows went head-to-head for one hour (7-8 PM). As of now, no figures have been released for Wrestlepalooza viewership.

All Out marked the first time an AEW PPV was available to purchase on the HBO Max streaming service for a $10 discount off regular rates. However, a subscription to HBO Max is required which is a minimum of $9.99/month or $8.33 on average with a 12-month commit (both with ads). The event was also available domestically on Amazon Prime, YouTube and PPV.com along with international partners like Triller.

Once the number is finalized, All Out is in line to be tied for AEW’s second most purchased event of the calendar year behind July’s All In.

As noted above, All Out is the third-straight PPV event to start in the afternoon domestically as the main card began at 3 PM. The All In main card also started at 3 PM Eastern while Forbidden Door began at 1 PM Eastern.

AEW’s final three PPVs of 2025 (October’s WrestleDream, November’s Full Gear, December’s Worlds End) will all begin at 8 PM Eastern unless changed.

Estimated AEW PPV buys in 2025

  • Revolution (March): 135,000-140,000
  • Dynasty (April): 110,000-120,000
  • Double or Nothing (May): 122,000-130,000
  • All In (July): 180,000-185,000
  • Forbidden Door (August): 122,000-130,000
  • All Out (September): 135,000-140,000

September 29, 2025 Observer Newsletter: AEW All Out, WWE Wrestlepalooza & CMLL 92nd Anniversary show reviews

Posted on by F4W Staff

It’s Friday and that means a new edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

In this week’s issue, Dave Meltzer provides thoughts, recaps and his star ratings from a full weekend of wrestling including AEW All Out, WWE Wrestlepalooza and CMLL’s 92nd Anniversary Show.

He also goes into the news of the wrestling and MMA week and looks ahead to next week.

Click here to read, because reading is your friend.

Fight Game: Fallout from AEW All Out & WWE Wrestlepalooza

Posted on by Garrett Gonzales

Paul Fontaine joins Garrett Gonzales as a special guest co-host to discuss the latest happenings in AEW and WWE for a brand-new Fight Game.

We kicked it off with Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down and then did a bigger version of our Takedown show that we do every Monday on the Fight Game Media Network.

Our main topics:

  • MJF’s promo on AEW Dynamite
  • WWE Wrestlepalooza being a giant miss
  • Tony Khan not taking advantage of big moments from AEW All Out
  • AEW Tailgate preshows and the opportunity to tie them into PPVs
  • NXT/TNA

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WOR: All Out, WrestlePalooza, CMLL Aniversario

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Wrestling Observer Radio with Bryan Alvarez and Dave Meltzer is back with tons to talk about including full recaps of AEW All Out, WWE WrestlePalooza, the CMLL Anniversary Show, the AEW press conference, WWE’s next big PLE match, and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Timestamps:
Start: General thoughts on WWE Wrestlepalooza & AEW All Out
9:15: AEW All Out recap, Tony Khan press conference notes
52:46: WWE Wrestlepalooza recap, Tiffany Stratton update
1:08:19: Dave’s CMLL Anniversary show thoughts

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AEW All Out media scrum notes: Tony Khan on more afternoon shows, Blood & Guts, Athena

Posted on by Bryan Rose

Notes following AEW All Out.

The Demand, Kris Statlander, Brodido, Hangman Page, and Tony Khan all took questions from the media following Saturday’s All Out in Toronto, Canada. Here are the highlights:

Ricochet and The Gates of Agony

  • The Demand noted they were going after the Trios titles next.
  • Ricochet said his laugh was not inspired by Jadakiss, instead saying it was from a family member who does that laugh when he’s embarrassed.

Kris Statlander

  • Winning the title was an up and down journey for her. So many opportunities to prove that early on but was derailed by knee injuries. Disheartning that something out of her control stopped her. The first to win both the TBS and Women’s titles feels rewarding. She’s worked unbelievably hard to get where she’s at.
  • Statlander pointed out that others have used the seatbelt in the past, including Orange Cassidy, and wasn’t nessecarily inspired by Wheeler Yuta’s recent advice.
  • She wants to face Toni Storm next as they’ve never had a singles match yet she has had two victories over her.
  • When asked if she wants to face the Conglomeration, she says she wants to give people their space, noting her only ally is Harley Cameron.

Bandido and Brody King

  • When asked about AEW stars being allowed to wear messages on t-shirts, Brody King said he would not wear anything that would damage the reputation of the company or Tony. Khan said he supported wrestlers being themselves, and the messages they wear don’t nessecarily represent AEW.

Hangman Page

  • He was asked if Fletcher was ready. Page thought that Fletcher was more ready than he expected. 
  • John Pollock asked about We’re focused on what we’re doing here, over 13,000 people today. That’s what we’re focused on. That’s the honest truth, we’re so committed to putting on the best effort that we can.
  • Khan noted the energy backstage was all focused on having a great show and the vibe after was so positive.
  • Page pointed out Fletcher is only 26 and will hold the title one day.

Tony Khan

  • Khan first talked about the success of Forbidden Door and noted the ratings increases for Dynamite and Collision in the UK. He said that Dynamite was up 40 percent year over year, while Collision was 100 percent up over Ramapge in the same time slot from last year.
  • When asked if early start times a permanent move, Khan said it was definitely something to consider, nothing they’ve had great buyrate results from previous shows with early start times and it’s something to think about.
  • Khan was asked about the status of Chris Jericho and Britt Baker, but focused on surprises we’ve seen like Jungle Boy & Luchasaurus, or are about to see, like the upcoming return of Orange Cassidy without saying his name. He did say he’s keeping a door open for their return.
  • He reaffirmed he does not have Max numbers.
  • Khan was asked if they’ll have a Blood and Guts match this year. Khan said there’s a good chance, it’s a matter of which building they run it in.
  • Khan mentioned that the president of TBS and TNT was watching in the crowd and noted the pressure that comes with that, but felt everyone knocked it out of the park.
  • Someone asked if its possible AEW shows could be all under one streaming or cable outlet, like UFC with its new Paramount Plus deal. Khan pointed out everything AEW is now under one package between TNT, TBS, and HBO Max. 
  • When asked about officially naming the AEW World title the Men’s World title, Khan said it’s gotten great traction and it’s something to consider. It’s something that’s important to Hangman and something that he believes in, so that is something he supports. It works great both ways. 
  • Tony Khan said he was turned down on using Blake Christian’s theme on the independents, ‘Loving on Me’ by Jack Harlow. He credits Mikey Rucuks for the work he’s done over the years with AEW’s music.
  • On a potential AEW Dark return, Khan said potentially but also pointed to why those shows ended, as the company has extended to new content like AEW Collision. While he does have an interest in bringing Dark back, he’s enjoying what he’s doing now.
  • He talked about Ring of Honor for a while, saying he will get his money back from Brightcove for the technical errors from Death Before Dishonor.
  • Khan also mentioned that Athena was banged up but will be back soon.

Jack Perry returns at AEW All Out, reunites with Luchasaurus

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In a reunion teased for several weeks, former AEW World Tag Team Champions Jurassic Express officially reunited at Saturday’s All Out.

It happened following the four-way Tag Team title ladder match that saw Brodido retain the titles. The Young Bucks, who were in the match, were hanging around in the ring afterward when Jack Perry came in to confront them.

Perry hasn’t been seen in AEW since November 2024 and hasn’t wrestled since this past January’s NJPW Wrestle Dynasty. Recent episodes of BTE on YouTube have teased his return with his former Elite-mates in the Young Bucks as a focus.

Perry went after the Jacksons, but eventually got hit with a double superkick. The two were about to take Perry out with a BTE tigger when he smiled and the lights went out. A full video that has been shown in clips for Luchasaurus’ recent return then played, showing Perry was the one who brought him back to life.

The now-former Killswitch returned in August after nearly a year’s absence due to complications from double pneumonia in his lungs.

He then appeared in the ring behind the Bucks and took them out, eventually removing his belt that read ‘Killswitch’ and tossing it into the crowd to show he is returning back to his old pre-Patriarchy name. He split with Kip Sabian and Mother Wayne this past Wednesday after the two lost in an qualifier for the aforementioned ladder match.

Perry and Luchasaurus then hugged and their old entrance music played as they took in the cheers from the fans. The two are AEW originals, first forming their team with the now-retired Marko Stunt.

The duo held the titles for 161 days in 2022, but haven’t teamed since June of that same year. The two split and feuded, ending in a steel cage match Perry won at November 2022’s Full Gear.

New Women’s World Champion crowned at AEW All Out

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In a bit of a surprise, Kris Statlander is the new AEW Women’s World Champion following the events of All Out.

Statlander got a flash pin on champion Toni Storm in a match that also included Thekla and former champion Jamie Hayter. Storm was shocked afterward, remaining on the ramp as Statlander celebrated and slowly walking to the back as it continued.

It’s Statlander’s first run with the title and comes nearly two years after she held her only AEW title: the TBS Championship she held for 174 days from May through November 2023.

The 30-year-old has been in AEW since November 2019. She was 0-3 in challenges for the AEW Women’s World title going into Saturday.

The loss ends Storm’s fourth reign that began at February’s Grand Slam Australia with a win over Mariah May. She had six successful title challenges with her last coming at August’s Forbidden Door over ROH Women’s World Champion Athena.

To this point, it’s been the only title change on the show.

Eddie Kingston returns to action at AEW All Out, makes new alliance

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After nearly 500 days, former AEW Continental Champion Eddie Kingston is officially back to in-ring action after Saturday’s All Out and now has a new friend coming out of Toronto.

Kingston defeated Big Bill in the second match of the pay-per-view, landing a second spinning back fist for the win.

After the match, Bryan Keith joined in on a post-match attack on Kingston, prompting Hook to make an appearance to aid and align with fellow New Yorker Kingston. After parting ways with The Opps recently, he mentioned perhaps needing to find a new crew. The two have never teamed or opposed each other to this point.

Kingston’s last match came 497 days ago at NJPW Strong Resurgence, losing his then-Openweight title to Gabe Kidd in a no rope, last man standing match. He tore his ACL and meniscus in addition to fracturing his leg during the match after hitting his leg on a guard rail while being suplexed through a table.

Adam Copeland pays homage to WWE legend at AEW All Out

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On a day when both men will be in competition for different companies, Adam Copeland paid homage to former rival John Cena during Saturday’s AEW All Out.

During Copeland and Christian Cage’s match with FTR that opened the pay-per-view, Copeland hit a spinning back suplex on FTR. He then did the “You can’t see me” hand motion, the Five Knuckle Shuffle punch, and an Attitude Adjustment as the fans chanted Cena’s name.

Cena was never mentioned by name on commentary, but Bryan Danielson noted it was in tribute to “one of the biggest rivals in his career.”

Cena paid Copeland tribute during his August Clash in Paris bout against Logan Paul, using some of Copeland’s mannerisms in setting up and executing a spear. Copeland spoke about that and his rivalry with Cena in an interview this past week.

Copeland and Cage also paid a tribute to Bret Hart during the bout, getting stereo sharpshooters on their opponents.

Copeland and Cage picked up the win over FTR Saturday while Cena will look to defeat Brock Lesnar later in the day at WWE Wrestlepalooza.

Former WWE women’s star debuts at AEW All Out

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On a day when husbands and wives will compete against each other on WWE Wrestlepalooza, a less discussed set of spouses reunited during AEW All Out.

Beth Copeland — the former Beth Phoenix in WWE — made her AEW on-screen debut during husband Adam Copeland and Christian Cage’s match against FTR that opened up the pay-per-view.

Following Stokely Hathaway’s continued interference, heavy metal music hit with flames on the video board. Eventually, the word “Beth” was on the screen and Copeland emerged to target the manager. She speared Hathaway and eventually carried him backstage.

After Adam picked up the win with a spear and pin on Cash Wheeler, Beth came back out to celebrate with her husband and Cage when Nick Wayne, Mother Wayne and Kip Sabian appeared and distracted them. FTR attacked Cage and Adam from behind, handcuffing him from behind.

Beth then kissed Adam and got physical with Wheeler and Harwood, slapping and punching them. The two then got her and hit her with a second rope spike piledriver while Adam had to watch.

She confirmed last August that she was no longer under WWE contract, but hasn’t wrestled since a mixed tag bout at 2023’s WWE Elimination Chamber.

WOL: An incredible CMLL Aniversario show

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It’s a historic day. For the first time in 38 years, two competing pro wrestling PPVs are going head to head on the same day: AEW All Out and WWE Wrestlepalooza.

Jim Valley previews both on Saturday’s Wrestling Observer Live.

Plus, Jim talks an incredible CMLL Aniversario show from Friday, and a new champ in Defy Wrestling.

Plus, Wrestlepalooza sounds so 90s and why does Drew McIntyre always have to carry his feuds all by himself only to lose in the end?

Jim is back and it’s a packed show. Check it out.

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