At AEW Worlds End, Jon Moxley overcame Kyle Fletcher in a tense Continental Classic match, using the Barbedwire Bulldog Choke to secure a dramatic victory. The bout, showcasing the intensity and resilience that define the Kyle Fletcher AEW Continental Classic journey, sees Moxley move on to the tournament final.
Moxley’s Path to the Tournament Final
Kyle Fletcher, the top performer in the Gold League with nine points, faced Jon Moxley, who secured his own nine points as the Blue League runner-up. The match took place at Worlds End, a crucial event in the AEW calendar, and set high expectations due to both wrestlers’ recent performances. Fletcher arrived as the league leader, while Moxley earned his spot in the final rounds through critical late-stage victories, notably a high-stakes grudge match win against Orange Cassidy on Collision.
Physical Battle Between Fletcher and Moxley
The clash quickly became a test of endurance and toughness as both men, known for their pain tolerance, exchanged damaging strikes. Early in the match, Fletcher gained momentum by targeting Moxley’s left leg, trapping it between the stairs in a calculated maneuver. Building on this, Fletcher repeatedly attacked the injured limb and locked Moxley in a Half Boston Crab submission, pushing the veteran to his limits.
In a moment of desperate resistance, Moxley broke free with a well-timed cutter, but the punishment continued. Fletcher nearly won after a powerful Michinoku Driver, which left Moxley bleeding from the mouth. Despite suffering a brainbuster delivered on the ring apron, Moxley refused to give in, surviving Fletcher’s ankle lock by reaching the bottom rope. Both competitors exchanged finishing moves and near pinfalls—Moxley’s Paradigm Shift and Death Rider could not put Fletcher away, nor could Fletcher’s running knee and brainbuster keep Moxley down.
The Decisive Finish at Worlds End
The end came when Moxley applied his Barbedwire Bulldog Choke. Unable to escape, Fletcher passed out, leading the referee to stop the match. Fletcher, disappointed and frustrated, argued with the official, claiming he never tapped out. This decisive win propels the 40-year-old Moxley into the final, where he will now face Kazuchika Okada, another major figure in the Continental Classic.
“.@JonMoxley is victorious and will advance to the 2025 Continental Classic Final, where he is set to face @rainmakerxokada!Watch #AEWWorldsEnd on HBO Max PPV pic.twitter.com/x5eurm4bQl— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 28, 2025”
Significance and Next Steps for the Continental Classic
Jon Moxley’s triumph in the showdown with Kyle Fletcher illustrates both the competitive spirit of the Continental Classic and the toll such high-stakes contests take on AEW’s elite wrestlers. As Moxley advances to challenge Kazuchika Okada, anticipation grows for a final that could be one of the most memorable matches in recent AEW history. With this victory, Moxley cements his place among the promotion’s top competitors, while Fletcher’s strong showing ensures he remains a major player within All Elite Wrestling as he looks ahead to future opportunities in the Continental Classic and beyond.
Look at the way @KyleFletcherPro is bending @JonMoxley's leg!
Watch #AEWWorldsEnd on HBO Max PPV pic.twitter.com/cznqEaG8wx
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 28, 2025
.@JonMoxley is victorious and will advance to the 2025 Continental Classic Final, where he is set to face @rainmakerxokada!
Watch #AEWWorldsEnd on HBO Max PPV pic.twitter.com/x5eurm4bQl
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 28, 2025
