AEW President Tony Khan made a significant announcement on the September 24 episode of AEW Dynamite, revealing the introduction of the first-ever AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championships. This development marked a major milestone in the company’s women’s division, signaling a new chapter for female wrestlers in AEW as the division continues to grow in prominence.
The Dynamite episode featured several high-stakes matches, including ‘Hangman’ Adam Page defending his title against Lee Moriarty and Kris Statlander, the reigning Women’s Champion, putting her belt on the line against Mina Shirakawa. The event also showcased a six-man tag team match involving the Don Callis family facing off against Mark Briscoe, Hologram, and a mystery partner. Despite these exciting contests, the announcement by Khan stole the spotlight.
Tony Khan Announces New Tag Team Titles for AEW Women’s Division
Before the show’s main event, Tony Khan appeared backstage to address the audience with a message highlighting the strength of AEW’s roster. He praised the performance of the women’s division throughout 2025 and announced the creation of new championships that will soon be contested.
We’re having such a great 2025 in AEW, and I’ve got a big announcement that’s going to make things even more exciting around here. We’ve got some of the best wrestlers in the world. I believe that AEW is truly where the best wrestle, and I’m so proud of how strong the AEW women’s division has been in 2025. I think that it’s time to introduce new championships into the division. This year, coming very soon, for the first time ever, we will crown the inaugural AEW Women’s World Tag Team Champions. And with that, let’s take a look at those new championship belts.
– Tony Khan, AEW President
Khan’s reveal was followed by a video showcasing the brand-new championship belts, an eagerly awaited moment for AEW fans and talent alike.
Unveiling the Tag Team Belts Sparks Excitement Among Fans and Wrestlers
Renee Paquette was shown ringside beside the covered new titles, engaging the crowd in Pittsburgh by highlighting how fans had overwhelmingly requested these belts throughout the year. When she asked if the audience wanted to see them, the fans responded with loud cheers before the championships were unveiled, revealing the design of the AEW Women’s World Tag Team titles.
Top wrestlers such as Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale have publicly expressed their eagerness to compete for these tag team titles, which have been a frequent subject in AEW fan discussions and wrestler interviews throughout the year. The launch of these belts signals a fresh battleground for the women’s division, with anticipation now building over which team will become the first-ever champions.
Implications of Introducing the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championships
The introduction of the AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championships reflects the company’s commitment to expanding opportunities for female wrestlers and elevating the women’s division further. This move is expected to add new storylines and rivalries, increasing competition and drawing fan interest to tag team wrestling among women.
By crowning inaugural champions, AEW will create history, and the division’s rising stars now have a new platform to showcase their talents on a larger scale. As the women’s tag team scene develops, AEW’s fanbase can look forward to compelling matches that highlight teamwork, strategy, and athleticism.
With the new belts debuting during the current year, the next AEW Dynamite episodes are likely to feature qualifiers or tournaments to determine the initial titleholders, setting the stage for a fresh era of women’s tag team wrestling in AEW.
It's a historic moment in #AEW as President + CEO @TonyKhan unveils the brand new AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championships!
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— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) September 25, 2025
