Jon Moxley will defend the AEW Continental Championship against Konosuke Takeshita at AEW Grand Slam Australia on February 14. This matchup was officially confirmed during the latest AEW Dynamite broadcast.
Moxley earned the AEW Continental Championship by winning the 2025 Continental Classic tournament, despite taking a loss to Takeshita earlier in the tournament’s round robin phase. Their upcoming clash will be a pivotal moment for both competitors on the Grand Slam stage.
Full Card for AEW Grand Slam Australia Revealed
The event features an exciting lineup beyond the AEW Continental Championship bout. Andrade will face Hangman Page in a number one contender’s match for the AEW World Title, with the winner earning a title shot at AEW Revolution. Another high-stakes contest will see Orange Cassidy and Toni Storm go against Marina Shafir and Wheeler Yuta, where the losing team faces the consequence of having their heads shaved. Additionally, the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championships will be defended by Willow Nightingale and Harley Cameron against challengers Megan Bayne and Penelope Ford.
Impact and Upcoming Opportunities
This AEW Grand Slam serves as a critical event for shaping championship prospects and storylines heading into AEW Revolution. The match between Moxley and Takeshita, in particular, highlights Takeshita’s rise within AEW following his previous victory over the champion during the Continental Classic. Fans will also be watching the Andrade versus Hangman Page contest closely, as that winner will move on to challenge for the AEW World Title, setting the stage for future championship drama.
