Kenny Omega reunited with Kota Ibushi in AEW after nearly two years, a moment that unfolded during an intense episode of Collision and put the spotlight on the renewed Golden Lovers partnership. This dramatic development comes as tensions rise among AEW’s leading factions, setting the stage for potential high-stakes confrontations at All In: Texas.
Tonight’s show opened with Don Callis, joined by key members of his group, welcoming Kazuchika Okada into the ring. The atmosphere was tense as Callis took pride in their recent attack on Omega, suggesting Omega’s isolation by declaring that he no longer had strong allies. The tone shifted when Mark Briscoe stepped out to challenge that assertion. Briscoe disputed the claims, emphasizing that Omega, often known as The Cleaner, still had the support of loyal companions.
To prove his point, Briscoe introduced Kota Ibushi, Omega’s legendary partner from the Golden Lovers tag team—his first AEW appearance in 19 months. The moment energized the crowd as Ibushi and Briscoe quickly stormed the ring to confront Lance Archer and Josh Alexander, who stood by Don Callis. They managed to overcome both rivals, clearing the path for Ibushi’s direct face-off with Okada.
The confrontation between Ibushi and Okada quickly escalated into a heated exchange, culminating in a brawl that saw Ibushi, known as the Golden Star, prevailing. This intense showdown underscored the ongoing feud between the Don Callis Family and Omega’s circle, which had been shaped by recent attacks and shifting alliances.
With Okada now aligned with the influential Don Callis Family and the emergence of Kota Ibushi alongside Omega, the AEW landscape has shifted yet again. Kenny Omega, previously portrayed as isolated after severing several close ties, now finds strength in the return of trusted allies. As All In: Texas approaches, speculation builds on how this revived partnership will influence the battle for supremacy among AEW’s top heels and champions.
