Tony Khan has confirmed a major update to the AEW tag team tournament lineup following an injury to Colten Gunn. This adjustment affects the upcoming event scheduled for tonight on AEW Collision, as the tournament progresses toward selecting the next number one contender for the World Tag Team titles at Forbidden Door next month.
Details on the Tournament Bracket and Matchups
The full bracket for the tournament was officially revealed by Tony Khan, featuring key matchups that fans eagerly anticipate. One highlight is the quarterfinal clash between the Bang Bang Gang and the team of Big Bill and Bryan Keith. This contest remains scheduled for tonight’s AEW Collision despite recent disruptions.
Due to Colten Gunn’s injury, original plans involving the Bang Bang Gang were upended. However, Juice Robinson, who has recently returned to AEW, has stepped in as a replacement. Robinson will team with Austin Gunn to face Big Bill and Bryan Keith as planned.
“#AEWCollision Presented by @SharkWeek 8/7c, TNT + HBO Max TONIGHT World Tag Team Title Eliminator Quarterfinal Bang Bang Gang vs @TheCaZXL /@bountykeith Juice Robinson replaces the injured @coltengunn, teaming with @theaustingunn to collide vs Big Bill + Bryan Keith, TONIGHT!” Khan announced.
Progress and Other Competitors in the Tournament
FTR has already advanced to the second round, having won their initial matchup. Other teams competing in the tournament include The Outrunners, Young Bucks, Gates of Agony, and the duo of Brody King and Bandido. Each pairing is set to battle for a chance to secure the tag team titles and a spot at Forbidden Door.
Implications for the Tag Team Division
This injury-driven replacement affects the tournament landscape but keeps the competition intact. Juice Robinson’s entry brings fresh dynamics to the tag team eliminator, potentially influencing which teams emerge as frontrunners. Fans can expect an intense contest tonight that could reshape the contenders leading up to the Forbidden Door event.
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