Darby Allin successfully retained his AEW World Championship against Sammy Guevara during Saturday night’s Collision broadcast. The champion extended his winning streak to six consecutive title defenses since capturing the belt from Maxwell Jacob Friedman. Guevara, currently one-half of the Ring of Honor tag team champions, inserted himself into the championship picture ahead of Allin’s scheduled showdown with MJF at Double or Nothing in New York City next week.
The match delivered the high-risk action fans anticipated from both competitors. Guevara positioned Allin on a table before scaling a ladder to execute a devastating aerial maneuver. The challenger launched himself from the ladder with a spectacular dive, but the champion absorbed the punishment and continued fighting. Despite the damage inflicted, Allin proved his resilience by surviving multiple signature moves from the Ring of Honor tag champion.
Champion withstands brutal assault from challenger
The bout intensified as Guevara attempted to finish the match with his arsenal of high-flying techniques. Allin endured a Spanish fly and narrowly avoided a 450 splash attempt from the top rope. The challenger crashed through a table when his aerial attack missed its mark. The champion seized the opportunity, rolling his opponent back into the ring before delivering his finishing maneuver.
Allin executed a single Coffin Drop to secure the pinfall victory. The champion’s sixth successful title defense added another name to his growing list of defeated challengers. Prior to Saturday’s match, Allin had overcome Tommaso Ciampa, Brody King, Kevin Knight, Pac and Konosuke Takeshita. The victory keeps his championship reign alive heading into the highly anticipated confrontation with MJF.
Mark Briscoe returns from injury with dominant performance
Mark Briscoe made his comeback to AEW programming after spending several months recovering from an assault by Tommaso Ciampa. The returning wrestler teamed with Orange Cassidy and Kyle O’Reilly, members of The Conglomeration faction, in a world trios title elimination match. Their opponents represented Shane Taylor Promotions, consisting of Lee Moriarty, Shawn Dean and Jay Triller.
The crowd in Salisbury, Maryland erupted when Briscoe entered the match. He immediately made an impact by using a steel chair to neutralize all three opposing team members. The veteran wrestler demonstrated his signature offense with a Froggy Bow followed by a Jay Driller to pin Dean and secure the victory for his team. His next challenge arrives Wednesday when Collision airs as part of a special three-hour event with Dynamite.
Briscoe will face Ciampa in a no disqualifications match, settling their rivalry without rules or restrictions. The stipulation allows both wrestlers to use weapons and outside interference, ensuring a brutal confrontation between the two competitors. The match represents Briscoe’s opportunity for revenge against the man who sidelined him for months with a vicious attack.
Will Ospreay confronts Samoa Joe before tournament clash
Will Ospreay delivered a pointed message to Samoa Joe regarding their upcoming first-round match in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. The winner advances through the bracket with the ultimate goal of earning an AEW World Championship opportunity at All In. Joe has attempted to distance Ospreay from The Death Riders in recent weeks while the British wrestler trained with the controversial faction to receive medical clearance for in-ring competition.
The situation escalated when Ospreay appeared with The Death Riders in his corner while Joe sent Katsuyori Shibata and Anthony Bowens to attack him. During his Saturday night promo, Ospreay addressed Joe directly with an emotional explanation of his recent actions and motivations. He expressed frustration about losing six months of his career to injury and his subsequent struggles upon returning to competition.
Ospreay revealed his disappointment at failing to defeat Jon Moxley at Dynasty and experiencing match stoppages for his safety afterward. He explained his controversial decision to align with The Death Riders despite their questionable methods. The wrestler acknowledged Moxley’s status as the company’s ace and recognized how opponents facing The Death Riders receive elevation through those confrontations. He concluded by declaring his determination to win the Owen Hart Tournament regardless of obstacles.
Additional match results from Saturday’s Collision
- Mark Briscoe, Kyle O’Reilly and Orange Cassidy defeated Shawn Dean, Lee Moriarty and Anthony Ogogo in a trios elimination match.
- Willow Nightingale retained the TBS Championship against Red Velvet in singles competition.
- Samoa Joe and Anthony Bowens defeated Jay Lethal and Lee Johnson in tag team action.
- Megan Bayne and Lena Kross defeated Allie Katch and Kaia McKenna in women’s tag team competition.
- David Finlay, Clark Connors and Mark Davis defeated Myron Reed, Desmond Xavier and Zachary Wentz in trios action.
Championship picture develops ahead of major events
The Saturday broadcast established multiple storylines heading into upcoming premium events and television specials. Allin’s continued dominance as world champion sets up his anticipated rematch with MJF at Double or Nothing. The former champion will attempt to reclaim the title he lost to Allin months ago in their previous encounter. Their rivalry has defined much of the championship picture throughout the year.
Ospreay’s tournament path begins with a formidable obstacle in Samoa Joe, a former world champion with extensive experience. Their match carries additional tension due to their recent conflicts regarding The Death Riders. Joe’s protective stance toward Ospreay clashes with the younger wrestler’s desire for revenge against Moxley. The outcome determines who advances in the tournament bracket and moves closer to challenging for the world championship at All In later this year.
Briscoe’s return adds another compelling element to the roster. His scheduled no disqualifications match against Ciampa promises violence and retribution for the attack that sidelined him. The stipulation ensures both men can utilize their full arsenals without fear of disqualification. Wednesday’s special three-hour combined Dynamite and Collision broadcast will showcase multiple significant matches as the company builds momentum toward its summer schedule of major events and television programming.
