At AEW All Out on September 20, Jon Moxley survived a near-fatal moment caused by Bryan Danielson’s unexpected involvement, intensifying their ongoing storyline. This Bryan Danielson AEW surprise shifted the direction of the violent feud, adding new layers to the controversial Coffin match between Moxley and Darby Allin.
Intense Rivalry Between Jon Moxley and Darby Allin Escalates
The AEW All Out event featured a brutal confrontation between Jon Moxley and Darby Allin, reigniting tensions after Allin’s interference in Moxley’s World Championship bout against ‘Hangman’ Adam Page at All In. Darby Allin, who had also been clashing with the Death Riders faction and scoring a win over Claudio Castagnoli, went to extreme lengths in his match with Moxley, turning it into a highly violent Coffin match.
During the match, Bryan Danielson’s surprise appearance tilted the scales by siding with Allin. Danielson provided Allin with a plastic bag, recalling a moment from WrestleDream 2024 when Moxley choked the commentator, which initially sparked the Death Riders’ feud. Allin used the bag against Moxley, following it with a series of punches. Despite this, Moxley received backup when PAC returned, attacking Allin and ultimately confining him in a body bag before sealing the coffin to secure victory.
The rest of the Death Riders then carried the coffin containing Allin’s body away, while Moxley blamed Darby for his predicament, emphasizing the intensity and personal stakes of their rivalry.
“Give him what he deserves, Darby!”
– @bryandanielson
Additional Surprises Throughout AEW All Out Pay-Per-View
The September 20 event delivered numerous unexpected moments beyond the Moxley-Allin clash. Beth Copeland, formerly known as Beth Phoenix, made her debut to support Adam Copeland and Christian Cage. Eddie Kingston returned successfully in his match against Big Bill and joined forces with Hook.
Mercedes Mone and Kazuchika Okada successfully defended the TBS and Unified Championships, while Kris Statlander captured the AEW Women’s World Championship. Jack Perry also reappeared following the AEW Tag Team title ladder match, where he and Luchasaurus launched an attack on The Young Bucks, adding more drama to the ongoing storylines.
Impact of Bryan Danielson’s Unexpected Role on AEW’s Storylines
Bryan Danielson’s interference not only added unpredictability to the violent Moxley vs. Allin feud but also deepened the narrative surrounding the Death Riders faction. His alliance with Darby Allin during such a pivotal moment demonstrates shifting loyalties and opens the door for new conflicts and alliances within AEW.
This Bryan Danielson AEW surprise is expected to influence upcoming shows, as fans will be eager to see how Moxley addresses this betrayal and what consequences Danielson’s actions will have on the wider faction wars and championship pursuits moving forward.
"Give him what he deserves, Darby!"
– @bryandanielsonWatch #AEWAllOut LIVE on HBO Max pic.twitter.com/Pfzu0wiP82
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) September 20, 2025
