Ospreay Defends AEW Title Against Moxley at All Out 2026
The NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates hosts a stacked card featuring a top-heavy title defense and a chaotic ladder match for tag gold.
Key points
- Will Ospreay defends the AEW World Championship against Jon Moxley at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
- The event features a three-way ladder match for the AEW World Tag Team Championship involving Christian Cage, Adam Copeland, FTR, and The Young Bucks.
- AEW All Out 2026 takes place on September 26, with the main show starting at 8 p.m. ET and pre-show coverage beginning at 7 p.m. ET.
The air in Hoffman Estates hums with anticipation as the NOW Arena braces for impact. On Saturday, September 26, Will Ospreay steps into the ring to defend the AEW World Championship against Jon Moxley, a confrontation born from a decade of pursuit and a single, defining moment at Wembley Stadium.
Ospreay’s reign began with a scintillating victory over Kenny Omega, a finish that ended a long chase. He immediately sought out Moxley, the last man to pin him, turning a personal rivalry into a global spectacle. This is not just a match; it is the culmination of years of friction, culminating in a Chicago showdown that echoes the event’s 2019 debut at the same venue.
A night of dual warfare
The rivalry extends beyond the ropes. In nearby Rosemont, WWE and AAA hold Worlds Collide at Allstate Arena. The Chicago market finds itself split, with fans choosing between two massive pay-per-view events on the same night. Uncrowned will carry live coverage of both, ensuring no fan misses the chaos unfolding across the metropolitan area.
Chaos in the tag division
The card is dense with high-stakes action. Christian Cage and Adam Copeland defend the AEW World Tag Team Championships in a three-way ladder match against FTR and The Young Bucks. The promise of steel ladders and high-flying drama sets the tone for a night where no one walks away unscathed.
In the women’s division, Willow Nightingale and Thekla clash in an eliminator match. With Mercedes Moné healing from a broken nose, this bout decides who challenges the champion at WrestleDream. The tension is palpable, a precursor to the main event’s intensity.
Access and international reach
Viewers can follow the action live on HBO Max, YouTube, Amazon Prime, PPV.com, and Sling in the United States. International audiences have access through Amazon Prime, PPV.com, and MyAEW. The event begins at 8 p.m. ET, with pre-show coverage starting an hour earlier.
According to Yahoo Sports, the updated match card includes a Chicago Street Fight for the Women’s World Tag Team Championship, a contest for the International Championship between Kazuchika Okada and Tommaso Ciampa, and a Trios Championship bout featuring Swerve Strickland and The New Level. The depth of the lineup ensures that every corner of the ring holds a story worth watching.
