The anticipation around All In: Texas has reached a fever pitch, as speculation grows over the potential outcomes of Jon Moxley‘s AEW World Title defense against Hangman Adam Page. Discussions about the possible Ways Jon Moxley could lose AEW World Title have intensified following a series of dramatic betrayals, intense rivalries, and shifting alliances throughout the promotion.
Hangman Page’s Second Chance Sets the Stage for High Stakes
Jon Moxley established himself as a dominant champion after turning on Bryan Danielson and forming The Death Riders, a move that led to his capturing the AEW World Title at WrestleDream 2024. Page, fresh off his decisive victory over Will Ospreay in the finals of the Owen Hart Cup, is set for another shot at the championship. The months leading up to All In: Texas have seen Hangman Page embroiled in fierce conflicts, notably with Swerve Strickland and his former Young Bucks allies, all while evading constant threats from The Death Riders.
Recently, Moxley provoked the number one contender by publicly challenging him to “rise to the occasion” at the stadium spectacle, an act that elicited a fiery vow from Page to overcome all obstacles for a chance to reclaim the gold. As the promotion builds towards this monumental match, talk mounts over how Moxley’s storied reign may finally come to a shocking end.
1. The Unexpected Betrayal Within The Death Riders
One possibility for Moxley’s downfall lies within his own stable. Claudio Castagnoli has been a key ally throughout Moxley’s reign, lending vital support in countless high-profile defenses. Despite his loyalty, recent events have sown seeds of discord. Castagnoli’s attempts to win gold for the Death Riders, particularly his failed challenge for the TNT Title against Adam Cole and his frustration after the AEW International Championship four-way at Fyter Fest, were met with indifference by Moxley and the rest of the squad.
During a World Trios Title defense, Castagnoli watched as the group lost their championships after Moxley was choked out by Samoa Joe, stoking resentment. These mounting grievances suggest that Castagnoli could turn on Jon Moxley during the title match, using the high stakes of All In: Texas as the ultimate stage for betrayal. Other Death Riders members, including Marina Shafir and Wheeler Yuta, might also join a mutiny against their current leader, potentially following Castagnoli’s lead. Gabe Kidd, recently associated with Moxley, could align himself with Castagnoli, compounding the sense of internal crisis within the stable.
2. Bryan Danielson’s Long-Awaited Return for Revenge
The brutal ousting of Bryan Danielson by Moxley and their former Blackpool Combat Club teammates left The American Dragon sidelined from AEW, nursing lingering neck issues and not cleared for in-ring action. In a recent interview, Danielson confirmed his continuing absence from competition. Yet, the chance for retribution could lure him to All In: Texas, not as a wrestler but as an avenger. With history linking Danielson to both Moxley and Page, it is entirely conceivable that he would interfere in the World Title match to settle scores with his former partner.
His vendetta against Moxley, coupled with his complicated rivalry with Hangman, creates fertile ground for Danielson to play a pivotal spoiler role. An untimely intervention from Danielson could rob Moxley of the championship he has so relentlessly guarded, adding another infamous chapter to the saga of All Elite Wrestling’s most dramatic rivalries.
3. Adam Copeland and the Ghosts of Old Feuds
Adam Copeland, known for his resilience and long-standing adversarial relationship with Moxley, may also have unfinished business that could intersect at All In: Texas. Since returning from injury at Worlds End 2024, Copeland has frequently challenged The Death Riders, teaming up with FTR to score a notable victory and subsequently pushing Moxley to the brink in a World Title Street Fight at Revolution 2025. Although victories have eluded him in title clashes, Copeland’s vendetta intensified after FTR’s betrayal at Dynasty 2025 left him outnumbered and off television since.
Despite likely having revenge on Dax and Cash at the forefront of his mind, Copeland’s simmering rivalry with The Death Riders, particularly Moxley, could motivate him to tip the scales by intervening in Hangman Page’s favor. His opportunistic tendencies and the unsettled score with Moxley raise the possibility of Copeland making a dramatic return to upset the balance of power at All In, perhaps costing Moxley his coveted championship in the process.
Alliances and Obstacles: The Chaos Surrounding the Title Match
Following his AEW World Title loss to CM Punk in 2022, Hangman Page has fought through a tumultuous period, including an intense feud with Swerve Strickland. With Will Ospreay acting as mediator, Page and Swerve have recently managed an uneasy ceasefire, assisted by Ospreay’s willingness to absorb punishment meant for Swerve, as exemplified by a brutal superkick incident orchestrated by The Young Bucks.
Page’s decision to distance himself from The Young Bucks, who have since aligned with The Death Riders, casts doubt over their intentions heading into All In. The presence of such a web of alliances and rivalries means Page could face sabotage not just from The Death Riders, but also from his former friends. However, the intervention of The Opps, alongside potential support from Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay, could see them neutralizing both The Young Bucks and The Death Riders, effectively clearing a path for Hangman to claim a clean victory over Moxley and regain the AEW World Championship he last held in 2022.
Implications for AEW and the Road Ahead
The prospect of Jon Moxley losing the AEW World Title at All In 2025 has electrified fans and injected uncertainty into the world title scene. Whether it’s an internal betrayal, a shocking return for vengeance, or the intervention of a bitter rival, each scenario carries significant consequences for the legacy of The Death Riders and the future direction of AEW’s main event picture. With the stadium show looming, these tumultuous possibilities are set to define what may become one of the most unpredictable World Title matches in recent memory.
