Toni Storm has insisted on a ringside ban for her upcoming bout against Marina Shafir at AEW Revolution to ensure a fair contest, following interference that cost her team dearly. The clash is scheduled for March 15, 2026, and comes after Shafir’s actions undermined Storm’s team in the tag team division.
Events Leading to the Stipulation at AEW Collision
On the March 7 episode of AEW Collision, the Timeless Love Bombs, featuring Toni Storm and her partner Mina Shirakawa, faced off against Megan Bayne and Lena Kross. The opponents demonstrated strong coordination, wearing matching outfits that highlighted their unity.
During the match’s closing moments, Mina Shirakawa locked Megan Bayne in a figure-four leglock. Bayne reversed the hold, but Storm quickly countered. Lena Kross intervened with a running senton to break the hold, followed by a series of position reversals between Storm and Kross.
The match took a dramatic turn when Shafir suddenly rushed to ringside, grabbing Storm and tossing her to the floor. Both women then disappeared under the ring, exchanging strikes out of view. This disruption left Shirakawa vulnerable, and Bayne took advantage by landing a lariat, with Kross finishing the assault with a jackhammer suplex.
Storm’s Challenge and Official Match Announcement
After the match, the details of what transpired beneath the ring remained unclear, but the impact was undeniable. Later in the broadcast, Storm appeared on stage, demanding a one-on-one fight against Marina Shafir with no one else allowed at ringside. Storm reiterated her goal to reclaim the AEW World Title after defeating Shafir. The challenge was accepted, and the AEW promotion confirmed the stipulation and match for the Revolution pay-per-view event.
Tag Team Competitors Eye Future Championship Opportunities
Megan Bayne and Lena Kross, having secured a significant victory over top contenders, showed they are a force to be reckoned with in the women’s tag team division. Before this match, they had also attacked the reigning champions, the Babes of Wrath, visibly shaking the current landscape.
The chaotic beatdown drew humorous reactions from security teams off-screen, attempting to regain control. This development suggests a possible feud between Bayne and Kross’s team, known as MegaBad, and the Babes of Wrath for the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championship, likely at an upcoming the pay-per-view.
Implications for AEW Revolution and Women’s Division
Toni Storm’s insistence on a ringside ban highlights the tension between her and Marina Shafir, building anticipation for their decisive match. The rivalry not only impacts Storm’s quest to reclaim her world title but also underscores the growing competitiveness in AEW’s women’s tag team ranks as Bayne and Kross continue to challenge established teams.
