On February 28, 2026, AEW Collision delivered an intense night of wrestling from the Mission Ballroom in Denver, Colorado, featuring several highly anticipated Don Callis Family matches. The event showcased key contests involving members of the Don Callis Family as they faced off against Top Flight and other top-tier opponents, highlighting ongoing rivalries and title pursuits.
Women’s Division Highlighted by Thunder Rosa and Kris Statlander
Thunder Rosa, returning to the ring after last week’s victory over Julia Hart, teamed with Kris Statlander against the Sisters of Sin. Statlander intervened previously to protect Rosa from an assault by Skye Blue, setting the stage for their tag team effort. The Women’s Champion also appeared to share her thoughts ahead of the match, adding emotional weight to the storyline.
Toni Storm and The Brawling Birds Step into Singles and Tag Action
Toni Storm, known for her timeless presence in AEW, faced Zayda Steel from SkyFlight in her first singles match since early January. Additionally, AEW’s newest tag team, The Brawling Birds, competed, contributing to the packed card of competitive bouts.
Tommaso Ciampa Seeks Redemption Against Jay Lethal
After losing the TNT Championship, Tommaso Ciampa aimed to regain momentum by challenging Jay Lethal, a familiar rival from their ROH days. Their matchup added a personal dynamic to the evening’s agenda, intensifying the competitive atmosphere.
Don Callis Family Targets Top Flight and Other Challengers
The current TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher partnered with fellow Don Callis Family member and International Champion Kazuchika Okada against the high-flying Top Flight team. In addition, Rocky Romero, Trent Beretta, Josh Alexander, and Lance Archer—all representing the Don Callis Family—faced PAC, Wheeler Yuta, Daniel Garcia, and Claudio Castagnoli in a star-studded encounter. Andrade, another DCF member who recently competed in title matches at NJPW New Beginnings, squared off against Ishii, continuing the night’s theme of championship-level competition.
Men’s World Champion MJF Sets Stage for Texas Death Match
Adding to the evening’s drama, AEW’s Men’s World Champion MJF addressed the audience following the announcement that his impending battle against Hangman Page would be a Texas Death Match. This rare occurrence on Collision heightened anticipation for their brutal confrontation.
Event’s Significance for AEW and the Don Callis Family
The Collision event underscored the growing dominance of the Don Callis Family within AEW, as they engaged multiple top-tier opponents in high-stakes matchups reflecting ongoing storylines and title pursuits. With established stars like Kazuchika Okada and Kyle Fletcher leading the charge, and fresh challenges emerging, the outcomes from Denver’s Mission Ballroom are set to influence future direction in AEW’s competitive landscape. Fans can expect escalating tensions and intense matches as the wrestlers prepare for upcoming events.
