# AEW builds toward Redemption PPV and upcoming events

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/aew-2026-live-shows-and-ppv-plans
> Updated: 2026-08-06T23:49:56.000Z. Sources: 60. Developments: 38.

AEW continued to layer talent and storylines through the summer of 2026 while navigating mixed ratings. In May, Collision aired from Maryland and announced a Maine taping, while viewership fell 27 % to 360,000. June saw Dynamite’s audience dip again as the NBA Finals drew record numbers, and Collision’s June 6 show in Ohio featured multiple title defenses and the announcement of Summer Blockbuster matchups.

The July 1‑8 “Summer Blockbuster” weeks in Cincinnati delivered high‑octane bouts – Jon Moxley retained the Continental Championship, Kevin Knight defended the TNT title, and Andrade El Idolo beat Orange Cassidy. A heated Ciampa‑Jericho brawl and a controversial Chris Jericho promo added buzz. Collision’s June 13 episode highlighted a Young Bucks vs. The Dogs qualifier, while the June 20‑23 shows advanced the Owen Hart Foundation tournaments, with Maya World earning a spot in the final.

Forbidden Door on June 28 crowned Will Ospreay (men’s) and Mercedes Moné (women’s) as Owen Hart Cup winners, set up future title shots at All In. Subsequent weeks saw The Dogs capture a tag‑team title shot, Willow Nightingale win the Women’s Casino Gauntlet for a Redemption championship match, and Hangman Adam Page return, redirecting his ambitions to secondary titles.

Ratings trends split: Dynamite rebounded to 773‑786 k viewers in July, while Collision’s numbers slipped, prompting a move to Thursday nights in July to avoid boxing and WWE counter‑programming. Tony Khan framed WWE’s scheduling as a compliment, hinted at a possible AEW Hall of Fame, and emphasized that Redemption in Montreal will serve as a pivotal step toward the All In: London showcase.

Overall, AEW stacked championships, cultivated new rivalries, and positioned Redemption as the centerpiece of its summer narrative amid fluctuating viewership and strategic schedule shifts.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: AEW Collision ratings dip as show rescheduled, Dynamite set for August 12 in Las Vegas

AEW Collision's July 30 broadcast saw viewership drop to about 362,000, prompting a schedule shift, while AEW Dynamite is slated for August 12 at Las Vegas' Pearl Theater.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-viewership-drops-as-dynamite-announces-august-las-vegas-lineup

### 2026-07-24: AEW Dynamite viewership drops to 706,000 as ratings dip

AEW Dynamite’s July 22 episode fell to 706,000 viewers (0.12 demo), the lowest since July 1, while WWE NXT saw a 30 % rise to 690,000. A Comic‑Con brawl featuring Kyle Fletcher and Bandido spurred Tony Khan’s ‘

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santos-escobar-adopts-new-ring-name-romeo-malverde-post-wwe

### 2026-07-22: AEW Dynamite July 22 2026: TNT title retained, trios victory and Redemption PPV buildup

AEW Dynamite on July 22 saw Kevin Knight retain the TNT title, Omega/Ospreay/Moxley win a trios bout, and Tony Khan stress Redemption’s importance before All In: London.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wwe-veterans-sting-and-alexa-bliss-share-als-challenge-video-and-injury-update

### 2026-07-20: Tony Khan hints at AEW Hall of Fame as WWE schedules competing Chicago event

Tony Khan says AEW may launch its own Hall of Fame, welcomes WWE’s counter‑programming in Chicago, and cites record viewership from TV and streaming.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tony-khan-says-aew-viewership-reaches-alltime-high

### 2026-07-19: AEW Collision: Kevin Knight Retains TNT Championship

Kevin Knight retained the TNT title at AEW Collision, while Ospreay, Shida and others secured wins ahead of Redemption.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-kevin-knight-retains-tnt-championship

### 2026-07-18: AEW President Tony Khan Calls WWE Counterprogramming a Compliment

Tony Khan says WWE’s counter‑programming of AEW events shows respect, likening it to historic WWF vs. Crockett battles, and vows AEW will focus on delivering strong shows like the upcoming Collision in Boston.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aews-tony-khan-sees-record-tv-ratings-amid-backstage-criticism

### 2026-07-17: AEW Dynamite draws 786,000 viewers, highest rating since July 2024

AEW Dynamite hit 786,000 viewers on July 15, the best since July 2024, with a 0.15 rating in 18‑49. The week also promoted the July 26 Redemption PPV in Montreal, featuring title matches and comments from Tony

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-pulls-seasonhigh-786000-viewers-on-tbs

### 2026-07-17: AEW Collision Boston July 18 2026: Title Defenses and Redemption Match Setups

AEW Collision in Boston saw Jack Perry beat Nick Wayne, Kevin Knight retain the TNT title, Shida keep the TBS crown, and Ospreay defeat Brooks. Challenges were set for Redemption in Montreal, including Young B‑

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-boston-taping-adds-multiple-title-bouts

### 2026-07-12: AEW Collision July 11, 2026 – Brian Cage Defeats Zachary Wentz

Brian Cage beat Zachary Wentz on AEW Collision July 11, 2026, with a Drill Claw finish; the show also featured strong bouts from Bandido vs Shibata and Mark Davis vs Mike Bailey.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-july-11-2026-brian-cage-defeats-zachary-wentz

### 2026-07-12: Willow Nightingale Aims for AEW Women’s World Title at Redemption, Targets Mercedes Moné for All In

Willow Nightingale, fresh from a Casino Gauntlet win, challenged AEW Women’s World Champion Thekla at Redemption and set a future All In showdown with Mercedes Moné.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/willow-nightingale-aims-for-aew-womens-world-title-at-redemption-targets-mercedes-mon-for-all-in

### 2026-07-10: AEW Dynamite Beach Break draws 773,000 viewers, highest rating since July 2024

AEW Dynamite's July 8 Beach Break episode pulled 773,000 viewers and a 0.12 demo rating, its highest audience since July 2024, with no major sports competition that night.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-beach-break-draws-773000-viewers-highest-rating-since-july-2024

### 2026-07-10: Hangman Adam Page Returns to AEW Collision, Rules Out World Title Challenge

Hangman Adam Page returned to AEW Collision, reaffirmed he can’t chase the World title, and will target other belts; Bandido, Hikaru Shida and Mark Davis all retained their championships.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hangman-page-to-return-to-aew-collision-live-in-roanoke-va

### 2026-07-09: Willow Nightingale Earns AEW Women’s World Title Shot at Redemption

Willow Nightingale returned on AEW Dynamite, won the Women’s Casino Gauntlet and secured a match for the AEW Women’s World Championship against Thekla at the Redemption pay‑per‑view in Montreal.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/willow-nightingale-earns-aew-womens-world-title-shot-at-redemption

### 2026-07-07: AEW Dynamite July 1 Episode Attracts 634,000 Viewers, Rating Falls to 0.09

AEW Dynamite’s July 1 episode on TBS attracted 634,000 viewers, up 2.9% week‑over‑week, but its 18‑49 rating fell to 0.09, the second‑lowest since April 29.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-july-1-episode-attracts-634000-viewers-rating-falls-to-009

### 2026-07-04: AEW Collision and ROH present July 2026 wrestling match line‑ups and results

AEW Collision aired July 2 in Cincinnati with Andrade vs Brian Cage and previewed a July 11 show in Roanoke; ROH’s July 3‑4 HonorClub broadcast featured the Sky Team winning the ROH World Tag titles in Florida.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-and-roh-present-july-2026-wrestling-match-lineups-and-results

### 2026-07-03: AEW Collision Special in San Diego Highlights and Pay‑Per‑View Outlook

AEW's 2.5‑hour Collision special in San Diego featured key matches and Casino Gauntlet qualifiers, while analyst Dave Meltzer said the recent AEW‑NJPW Forbidden Door PPV likely posted its lowest buy rate in a ​

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-special-in-san-diego-highlights-and-payperview-outlook

### 2026-07-02: AEW rising star Maya World secures spot in Women's Casino Gauntlet after strong Forbidden Door showing

Maya World, after a strong Forbidden Door performance and a win over Julia Hart, qualified for the Women's Casino Gauntlet that decides the challenger for the AEW Women’s World title.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-rising-star-maya-world-secures-spot-in-womens-casino-gauntlet-after-strong-forbidden-door-showin

### 2026-07-02: AEW Collision July 2: Místico, Bandido and Mike Bailey Defeat The Rascalz

Místico, Bandido and Mike Bailey defeated The Rascalz in a high‑energy six‑man tag on AEW Collision July 2, 2026.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-july-2-mstico-bandido-and-mike-bailey-defeat-the-rascalz

### 2026-06-28: The Conglomeration Retains AEW World Trios Championship on Collision

The Conglomeration kept the AEW World Trios Championship at Collision in New Mexico, beating The Opps; the event also saw Kevin Knight retain the TNT title and Jericho defeat JD Drake.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-conglomeration-retains-aew-world-trios-championship-on-collision

### 2026-06-27: Will Ospreay Wins Men's Owen Hart Cup at AEW Forbidden Door 2026

Will Ospreay won the men’s Owen Hart Cup at AEW Forbidden Door 2026, earning a future world title match; Mercedes Moné won the women’s cup, and multiple champions retained amid surprise returns.

35 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-forbidden-door-2026-wrestling-event-in-san-jose-features-title-defenses-and-tournament-finals

### 2026-06-26: AEW Collision shifts to Thursday nights as June ratings dip

AEW Collision moves to Thursday nights in July to avoid TNT Boxing and SummerSlam, with a live July 30 episode, while its June 2026 episode saw viewership fall to 350,000, down from previous weeks.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-shifts-to-thursday-nights-as-june-ratings-dip

### 2026-06-25: Mercedes Mone to Face Maya World in Forbidden Door 2026 Owen Hart Cup Final

Mercedes Mone will meet Maya World in the Women’s Owen Hart Cup final at AEW’s Forbidden Door 2026; the winner earns a shot at the AEW Women’s World Title at All In: London.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercedes-mone-to-face-maya-world-in-forbidden-door-2026-owen-hart-cup-final

### 2026-06-24: AEW Collision schedule shift pits show against TNA Impact as ratings split between Dynamite decline and Collision rise

AEW moves Collision to Thursday in July, setting head‑to‑head battles with TNA iMPACT while Dynamite ratings fall and Collision ratings rise; multiple title matches announced ahead of Forbidden Door.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/all-elite-wrestling-moves-collision-to-thursdays-faces-tna-impact

### 2026-06-23: AEW TV Ratings Show Mixed Trends: Dynamite Up, Collision Down

AEW Dynamite’s viewership rose to 665,000 (0.12 demo rating), while taped Collision slipped to 350,000 viewers, though its demo improved.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-tv-ratings-show-mixed-trends-dynamite-up-collision-down

### 2026-06-21: Mercedes Moné attacks Maya World on AEW Collision ahead of Forbidden Door showdown

Mercedes Moné and Athena attacked Maya World after her AEW Collision win, setting up their Owen Hart Foundation Cup final at Forbidden Door, with the winner earning a world title shot at All In London.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercedes-mon-attacks-maya-world-on-aew-collision-ahead-of-forbidden-door-showdown

### 2026-06-21: AEW Collision June 20, 2026: Místico Beats Dante Martin, Zack Sabre Jr. Submits Adam Priest

AEW Collision on June 20, 2026 saw Místico defeat Dante Martin and Zack Sabre Jr. submit Adam Priest, highlighting international talent on the show.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-june-20-2026-mstico-beats-dante-martin-zack-sabre-jr-submits-adam-priest

### 2026-06-20: Maya World Defeats Athena, Secures Spot in Forbidden Door Final

Maya World defeated ROH champion Athena at AEW Collision, advancing to the Forbidden Door final against Mercedes Moné for a shot at the AEW Women’s World title.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-june-20-2026-athena-vs-maya-world-in-owen-hart-womens-semi-final

### 2026-06-14: AEW shows in Cincinnati spark controversy and high‑octane match results

Jericho defended a controversial Dynamite promo in Cincinnati, while AEW Collision’s Summer Blockbuster featured a Death Riders street‑fight win, Omega’s return, and a TNT title defense.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-shows-in-cincinnati-spark-controversy-and-highoctane-match-results

### 2026-06-14: The Dogs defeat Young Bucks on AEW Collision, earning tag‑team title shot

The Dogs (David Finlay & Clark Connors) beat the Young Bucks on AEW Collision, earning a shot at the AEW World Tag Team titles held by Adam Copeland and Christian Cage.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-dogs-defeat-young-bucks-on-aew-collision-earning-tagteam-title-shot

### 2026-06-13: AEW Dynamite ratings dip as NBA Finals dominate viewership

AEW Dynamite fell to 542,000 viewers (0.08 rating) against the NBA Finals' 20.9 M audience, while WWE NXT recorded 548,000 viewers (0.09 rating), both down from previous weeks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-ratings-dip-as-nba-finals-dominate-viewership

### 2026-06-12: AEW Collision June 13 Show in Cincinnati Highlights Young Bucks vs. The Dogs

AEW Collision aired June 13, 2026 from Cincinnati, Ohio, featuring Survival of the Fittest qualifiers, a TNT title defense, Kenny Omega vs Bad Dude Tito, and Young Bucks vs The Dogs for tag‑team contender spot.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-june-13-show-in-cincinnati-highlights-young-bucks-vs-the-dogs

### 2026-06-11: AEW Dynamite June 10 Show in Cincinnati Features Title Defenses and Fiery Ciampa‑Jericho Brawl

AEW Dynamite on June 10 in Cincinnati saw Jon Moxley retain the Continental Championship, Andrade El Idolo defeat Orange Cassidy, and a heated Ciampa‑Jericho brawl, advancing storylines toward the June 28 for‑b

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-june-10-show-in-cincinnati-features-title-defenses-and-fiery-ciampajericho-brawl

### 2026-06-10: AEW Dynamite Summer Blockbuster heads to Cincinnati on June 10, 2026

AEW Dynamite’s June 10, 2026 Summer Blockbuster in Cincinnati featured Moxley vs. Taylor for the Continental title, tournament bouts, and a Young Bucks vs. The Dogs tag match.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-summer-blockbuster-heads-to-cincinnati-on-june-10-2026

### 2026-06-09: Andrade El Idolo Defeats Orange Cassidy at AEW Dynamite Summer Blockbuster

Andrade El Idolo beat Orange Cassidy at AEW Dynamite Summer Blockbuster in Cincinnati on June 10, 2026, advancing his push and keeping him in title contention.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andrade-el-idolo-defeats-orange-cassidy-at-aew-dynamite-summer-blockbuster

### 2026-06-06: AEW Collision June 6 Show Highlights Title Defenses and Tournament Drama

AEW Collision on June 6 saw Divine Dominion defend the Women’s Tag titles, Hazuki advance in the Owen Hart tournament, and new Summer Blockbuster matchups announced, including Jon Moxley vs Shane Taylor.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-viewership-falls-to-360000-for-june-6-episode

### 2026-06-05: AEW Dynamite viewership falls as NBA Finals draws record audience

AEW Dynamite's June 3, 2026 episode drew 638,000 viewers (0.11 18‑49 rating), down 9.4% from the prior week and 2.6% year‑over‑year, while the NBA Finals attracted nearly 17 million viewers.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-dynamite-viewership-falls-as-nba-finals-draws-record-audience

### 2026-06-03: AEW Collision viewership falls to 360,000 on May 30, 2026

AEW Collision's May 30, 2026 TNT episode drew 360,000 viewers (0.05 demo rating), down 138,000 from the prior show and 28.6% year‑over‑year.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-viewership-falls-to-360000-on-may-30-2026

### 2026-05-16: AEW Collision live shows: May 16 in Maryland, May 23 set for Maine

AEW Collision aired May 16 in Maryland with a Conglomeration win; May 23 show slated for Portland, Maine.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aew-collision-live-shows-may-16-in-maryland-may-23-set-for-maine

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