Sydney, Australia, played host to a landmark event for All Elite Wrestling this weekend, as Grand Slam Australia delivered a night of championship clashes and pivotal moments that will reverberate through the promotion for weeks to come. The event, held at the Qudos Bank Arena on February 14, 2026, marked AEW’s first major show in the country and set the stage for a highly anticipated showdown at AEW Revolution next month. The energy inside the arena was palpable as fans witnessed MJF retain his AEW World Championship and a modern contender emerge to challenge for the title.
The main event saw AEW World Champion MJF successfully defend his title against Brody King. Following a quick squash match victory over MJF on the February 11th episode of AEW Dynamite, King earned the opportunity to challenge for the championship. However, the Sydney crowd witnessed a different outcome this time, with MJF proving resilient and retaining his hold on the championship. The victory wasn’t without its drama, as King pushed the champion to his limits with his formidable power offense, but MJF’s experience and strategy prevailed. Sports Illustrated reported on the match, highlighting the electric atmosphere and MJF’s ability to withstand King’s challenge.
Page Earns Revolution Title Shot
Before the main event, “Hangman” Adam Page secured his opportunity to challenge for the AEW World Championship, defeating Andrade El Idolo in a high-stakes contender match. This victory immediately positioned Page as MJF’s next opponent, and the two confronted each other after the main event, officially signing the contract for their match at AEW Revolution, scheduled for March 15 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The face-off to end the broadcast signaled a personal and intense rivalry is brewing between the two wrestlers.
Fletcher Retains TNT Championship in Chaotic Ladder Match
The TNT Championship was also on the line at Grand Slam Australia, with Kyle Fletcher defending his title against Mark Briscoe in a chaotic ladder match. Competing in front of a supportive home crowd, Fletcher capitalized on the opportunity, securing the victory and retaining the championship. In a unique display of celebration, Fletcher unveiled a custom version of the TNT Championship featuring a pink strap. This win followed a recent title reclamation on Dynamite, where Fletcher defeated Tommaso Ciampa to regain the championship just days prior.
Storm and Cassidy Triumph, Yuta Faces the Consequences
One of the most dramatic moments of the evening unfolded in a Mixed Tornado Tag match, pitting Orange Cassidy and Toni Storm against the Death Riders team of Marina Shafir and Wheeler Yuta. The match carried significant stakes, as the losing team would have their heads shaved. Storm secured the fall over Yuta, sealing his fate. Despite Yuta’s initial attempts to avoid the consequences, Jon Moxley intervened, ensuring Yuta faced the humiliation of having his head shaved in front of the stunned audience.
Kross Makes Impactful Debut, Reshaping the Women’s Tag Team Division
The AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championships remained with the Babes of Wrath, as Harley Cameron and Willow Nightingale successfully defended their titles against Penelope Ford and Megan Bayne. However, the celebration was short-lived, as Lena Kross made her official AEW debut, attacking the champions and aligning herself with Ford and Bayne. This unexpected turn of events immediately reshaped the landscape of the women’s tag team division, introducing a new dynamic and potential challengers. According to Wikipedia, Kross’s debut was a significant moment during the event.
Moxley and Takeshita Battle to a Draw
The AEW Continental Championship bout between Jon Moxley and Konosuke Takeshita ended in a time limit draw, with Moxley retaining the championship. Despite a hard-fought battle, neither competitor was able to secure a decisive victory within the allotted time. This result leaves the door open for a potential rematch between the two wrestlers in the near future.
Beyond the main AEW action, Ring of Honor (ROH) tapings also took place during the event. Dalton Castle and The Outrunners emerged victorious over North Shore Wrestling, Mina Shirakawa defeated Charli Evans, and Mark Davis secured a win against The Tuckman. These matches added further value to the event for wrestling fans in attendance.
AEW Grand Slam Australia proved to be a resounding success, delivering a memorable night of action for fans in Sydney and setting the stage for future storylines and championship battles. With Hangman Page now officially challenging MJF for the AEW World Championship at Revolution, and Lena Kross’s arrival shaking up the women’s division, the promotion is poised for an exciting period ahead.
The next major checkpoint for AEW fans will be AEW Revolution on March 15th, where the highly anticipated clash between MJF and Hangman Page will take place. Stay tuned to time.news for continued coverage of AEW and the world of professional wrestling. What did you think of the results from Grand Slam Australia? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
