Adam Page and Toni Storm Triumph at Forbidden Door as Will Ospreay Faces Brutal Beatdown

Thrilling Showdown at AEW Forbidden Door

All Elite Wrestling’s Forbidden Door pay-per-view showcased an exhilarating clash of wrestling talents from AEW, Ring of Honor, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, Stardom, RevPro, and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) at London’s O2 Arena on Sunday.

The event featured an impressive lineup with eight championship matches, including those from the pre-show. As the competition concluded, the title landscape remained stable for the most part, with notable exceptions.

In a shocking turn of events, Will Ospreay endured a thorough assault in the night’s final match.

Here are the key highlights from Forbidden Door.

High-Stakes Steel Cage Match

The unsanctioned Lights Out Steel Cage Match featured high-profile wrestlers like Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi, and Will Ospreay facing The Death Riders, comprised of Gabe Kidd and Matt and Nick Jackson.

Despite emerging victorious in this intense encounter, it was Jon Moxley and his faction who inflicted severe damage on Ospreay post-match. Moxley and his allies, Claudio Castagnoli and Gabe Kidd, targeted Ospreay’s neck, an area he was set to undergo surgery on soon.

During the chaos, Ospreay’s teammates failed to reach him in time. The Death Riders locked the door, allowing their opponents to unleash a brutal onslaught.

Ospreay was seen in a neck brace as AEW medical staff rushed to his aid, raising severe concerns about the extent of his injuries.

AEW World Championship Drama

Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) entered the AEW World Championship match in a favorable position. He could secure the title via disqualification or count out, benefiting from the stipulations of the Casino Gauntlet contract.

However, Adam Page, riding the momentum of his recent title victory at All In, was determined to deliver an unforgettable performance. The match was packed with action, featuring a breathtaking moonsault from the top rope, a devastating Dead Eye through the table, and a Tombstone Piledriver.

Ultimately, Page secured his victory with a well-timed Buckshot Lariat, pinning MJF decisively.

While MJF experienced defeat in this match, his path to reclaiming the title remains open.

Significant Returns Shake Up the Roster

Forbidden Door also marked the return of two significant talents. Following Kazuchika Okada’s successful defense of the AEW Unified Championship against Swerve Strickland, Wardlow made a striking entrance. Okada had just delivered a punishing beatdown on Strickland when Prince Nana intervened.

Seizing the moment, Wardlow swiftly dealt with Nana, hinting at a possible alliance with the Don Callis Family.

Women’s Owen Hart Cup Tournament Highlights

The Women’s Owen Hart Cup Tournament escalated expectations, with Jamie Hayter coming close to defeating Mercedes Moné and securing an AEW Women’s World Championship shot. Unfortunately, Hayter has been sidelined due to injury since her last performance.

During a confrontation with Thekla, Queen Aminata found herself in trouble until Hayter emerged from the crowd to make the save.

Toni Storm’s Resilience and Championship Defense

Toni Storm, the reigning AEW Women’s World Champion, has faced persistent challenges, particularly from Athena, the Ring of Honor women’s champion. Storm captured the title again at Grand Slam: Australia and has since demonstrated exceptional skill in the ring.

Athena had dominated her competitors leading up to this match, proving herself as one of the top female wrestlers today. However, Storm’s determination shone through.

In a decisive moment, Storm utilized her in-ring expertise to force Athena to submit, successfully defending her championship.

The Road Ahead

As the dust settles from Forbidden Door, the wrestling world is left buzzing with excitement and anticipation for the battles that lie ahead. Ospreay’s injury leaves a cloud of uncertainty, while Page and Storm’s victories solidify their positions atop AEW.

Fans are eager to witness how these storylines will unfold in future events, especially with looming rematches and the continuing evolution of rivalries. The narrative woven through this event underscores the unpredictable and thrilling nature of professional wrestling.