AEW President Tony Khan revealed the participant chosen for a surprise tag-team match at the upcoming AEW Collision show airing Saturday, September 6, from Philadelphia’s 2300 Arena. The match will feature tag champions FTR facing Adam Priest and the legendary wrestler Tommy Billington, known in the ring as Dynamite Kid. This announcement marks a key addition to the growing lineup for the two-hour AEW Collision broadcast on TNT and HBO Max, highlighting Khan’s role in shaping the event.
Background of the Challenge and Partner Reveal
The tag-team confrontation originated during a backstage segment on the September 3 episode of AEW Dynamite, where FTR challenged Adam Priest to find a partner for an imminent Collision match. Later, on September 4, Tony Khan used his social media platform to disclose Priest’s choice of partner. Opting for an iconic and somewhat unexpected figure in wrestling history, Priest selected Dynamite Kid to join him against FTR.
As Tony Khan declared on Twitter,
“#AEWCollision8pm ET/7pm CTTHIS SATURDAY, 9/6!@Adam_Priest_/@Billingtons22vs@DaxFTR/@CashWheelerFTR After last night’s brawl,FTR told Adam Priest to get a partner + fight them Saturday!Priest chose a name from Dax’s past: Dynamite Kid!They collide vs FTR,THIS SATURDAY!”
—Tony Khan, AEW President
Additional Matches Scheduled for AEW Collision
Alongside the anticipated FTR versus Priest and Dynamite Kid encounter, the scheduled card for AEW Collision on September 6 includes several significant bouts. Jon Moxley will square off against Daniel Garcia in a highly anticipated singles match. Another key contest features Mark Briscoe battling Konosuke Takeshita, with Briscoe’s victory granting him a future opportunity to challenge Kyle Fletcher for the TNT Championship.
The event will also showcase an eight-woman tag-team contest featuring notable talents such as Toni Storm, Mina Shirakawa, Kris Statlander, and Harley Cameron teaming up to face Megan Bayne, Thekla, Julia Hart, and Skye Blue. This diverse lineup reflects AEW’s ongoing efforts to highlight multiple divisions and maintain fan engagement during their Saturday night programming.
Significance of the Collision Match Announcement
The choice of Dynamite Kid as Adam Priest’s partner introduces a surprising element for AEW Collision viewers, blending modern competition with wrestling history. This matchup may resonate strongly with long-time fans familiar with Dynamite Kid’s legacy, while new audiences witness a rare appearance. Tony Khan’s involvement in promoting this match underscores his strategy to enhance viewer anticipation by revealing unexpected talent combinations.
Moreover, the expanded Collision card, including title implications and multi-wrestler tag bouts, demonstrates AEW’s commitment to delivering variety and excitement during their prime-time wrestling showcase. With Kyle Fletcher’s TNT Championship chances on the line, and top performers like Jon Moxley featured, Saturday’s event is positioned to influence storylines and momentum in the weeks ahead.
AEW followers can expect a dynamic evening of professional wrestling action beginning at 8 p.m. ET, with live updates provided by outlets dedicated to real-time event coverage from Philadelphia’s 2300 Arena.
