Jon Moxley’s reign as AEW World Champion, which began last October at WrestleDream after defeating Bryan Danielson, is on the line this Saturday in a Texas Death match against Adam “Hangman” Page. This bout, set to take place at All In: Texas, is shaping up as a pivotal moment for both wrestlers and the AEW World Title’s future.
Adam Page earned this title opportunity after winning the Men’s Owen Hart Foundation Tournament final against Will Ospreay at Double Or Nothing, positioning himself as a formidable challenger in the ongoing AEW scene. This match is drawing considerable attention given the violent history and rivalry between Moxley and Page.
The Deep-Rooted Rivalry Between Adam Page and Jon Moxley
Adam Page and Jon Moxley have shared a brutal and intense rivalry over the past year. Page’s first significant challenge for the AEW Championship occurred on October 18, 2022, but an unfortunate concussion during that match hindered his chances. Despite this setback, Page returned stronger three months later and began pursuing Moxley with renewed determination, even when the title was not at stake.
Their previous encounter in a Death Match at Revolution 2023 ended with Page gaining the upper hand over Moxley, intensifying their feud. Both men have since engaged in multiple group confrontations, setting the stage for their highly anticipated one-on-one Texas Death match this weekend, which promises to be a fiercely competitive bout.
Freddie Prinze Jr.’s Prediction on the Outcome of the Texas Death Match
Freddie Prinze Jr., who is closely following this heated rivalry, expressed his belief on his Wrestling with Freddie podcast that Adam Page will emerge victorious. He envisions a narrative where Page overcomes significant odds in Texas, a state associated with cowboy culture, and claims the AEW World Title.
“I fully believe, storywise, that the end of the story is Adam ‘Hangman’ Page, the Cowboy, winning in Texas in a Texas Death match with all the cards stacked against him; maybe with a little help from his friends, as the song goes. I think the story ends with him (Page) holding the championship up high…and he’s gonna be the people’s champion in Texas, where cowboys come from. [20:01 onwards]” —Freddie Prinze Jr., Wrestling with Freddie podcast
What This Match Means for AEW and Its Future Direction
The upcoming Texas Death match between Jon Moxley and Adam Page is more than just another title defense; it represents a potential turning point for AEW’s storytelling and championship landscape. Should Page succeed, his victory would not only end Moxley’s dominant title run but also elevate him as the new face of the promotion, embodying the rugged spirit tied to Texas and its cowboy legacy.
For Moxley, a loss would mark the conclusion of a reign that has featured some of AEW’s most memorable moments, including his victory over Bryan Danielson and multiple high-profile matches. Fans and analysts alike will watch closely to see how this intense and physical rivalry concludes, with the Texas Death match format underscoring the brutal nature of their feud.
As All In: Texas approaches, the wrestling world anticipates an epic confrontation that could reshape AEW’s championship scene and catalyst new storylines going forward.
