The AEW Worlds End 2025 pay-per-view marked a milestone night for Tony Khan and his organization, with several impactful moments defining the year’s final event. From unexpected championship changes to powerful storyline decisions, Tony Khan AEW Worlds End showcased three pivotal moves that shaped the landscape of All Elite Wrestling.
Mercedes Mone’s Surprising Losses Deepen Her Storyline
Mercedes Mone, a wrestler renowned for her dominance across global promotions, entered AEW Worlds End 2025 amid a string of setbacks. Recently, Mone lost the ROH Women’s World Television Title to Red Velvet at Final Battle 2025, following another defeat where she dropped the RevPro Undisputed British Women’s Title to Alex Windsor. Despite these upsets, Mercedes Mone continued her quest for more gold by teaming with Athena in pursuit of the AEW Women’s Tag Team Titles.
The duo faced off against the formidable Babes of Wrath but ultimately came up short. In a critical development, it was Mercedes Mone—formerly known as Sasha Banks—who was pinned during the tag match. This booking choice underscores a significant turning point in her character arc, accentuating a storyline centered around her recent struggles. By focusing the loss on such a high-profile star, Tony Khan intensifies the dramatic tension for future events.
Continental Classic Delivers a New Champion
The finals of the Continental Classic Tournament brought further excitement as Kazuchika Okada advanced after defeating Konosuke Takeshita, his own stablemate, in the semi-finals aided by a screwdriver. Earning his spot in the tournament final for a second year in succession, Okada set the stage for a much-anticipated clash with Jon Moxley.
Despite Okada’s skill and recent championship reign, Jon Moxley, known as the Purveyor of Violence, emerged victorious and became the new Continental Champion. The decision to have Moxley claim the title not only ends Okada’s long run but also injects renewed energy into the championship. Okada’s lengthy reign had not elevated the title’s prestige, making the change a crucial moment for the division and affirming Tony Khan’s commitment to compelling and believable title shifts.
MJF Returns and Secures the AEW World Championship
The AEW World Title scene underwent a dramatic shift at Worlds End 2025. While Samoa Joe was slated to defend the championship in a triple threat match against Swerve Strickland and Hangman Page, MJF made a shock return. He capitalized on his guaranteed World Title contract, inserting himself into the already contested match.
Rising to the occasion, MJF captured the AEW World Championship in a memorable finish, restoring him to the top of the organization. The timing of this victory was particularly fitting, as it occurred at the very pay-per-view where his original title reign concluded two years earlier. MJF’s win affirms his status as AEW’s leading star and sets the stage for future rivalries, validating Tony Khan’s choice to spotlight his biggest talent at a pivotal event.
Worlds End 2025 not only wrapped up the year’s stories but also reset trajectories for AEW’s brightest names. Through high-stakes matches and decisive outcomes, Tony Khan’s leadership ensured that the show delivered on drama and excitement, leaving fans eager for what the future holds in All Elite Wrestling.
MJF is the new AEW World Champion.#AEWWorldsEnd pic.twitter.com/zpmSfaGvcs
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) December 28, 2025
