Bold headline: The Continent-wide Classic is heating up, and a title defense could ignite a weekend in Columbus. But here’s where it gets controversial: this episode of AEW Collision promises more than just matches; it’s a clash of strategy, momentum, and rivalries that could redefine the Continental Classic standings and the AEW National Championship landscape.
AEW Collision returns to GalaxyCon in Columbus, Ohio, live Saturday at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT on TNT, with HBO Max streaming to follow. The Blue League heats up as Claudio Castagnoli sits on six points, aiming to stay undefeated against Máscara Dorada, who is still hunting his first points. Jon Moxley, fresh off a defeat to Castagnoli in a Death Riders showdown on Dynamite, faces Konosuke Takeshita, each with three points and hungry to break the tie. In a Dynamite-adjacent burst of energy, Orange Cassidy squares off with Roderick Strong, both hoping to put points on the board.
The AEW National Championship will also be defended on Collision. Ricochet has promised a champion’s mindset and a weekend in Columbus, following his title defense against Dalton Castle at ROH Final Battle. He’s ready to put the belt on the line again tonight.
Here’s your complete AEW Collision preview for December 6, 2025, with notes on all key matchups and storylines from GalaxyCon.
Continental Classic Blue League: Takeshita (3) vs. Moxley (3)
- This is the heart of the Continental Classic. Moxley is looking to rebound quickly after the Death Riders loss to Castagnoli and will test Takeshita, the IWGP World Heavyweight Champion who has not yet beaten Moxley in their head-to-head series. Will Takeshita extend his tournament momentum, or can Moxley pull off another surprise and avoid a scoreless week?
Continental Classic Blue League: Castagnoli (6) vs. Dorada (0)
- Castagnoli, the most experienced player in the Continental Classic, carries six points and aims to widen the gap against Dorada, who is still waiting for his first score. Dorada previously dropped a match to Moxley, while Castagnoli has defeated both Moxley and Orange Cassidy in this phase. Is an undefeated streak possible for Castagnoli, or can Dorada spark a comeback?
Continental Classic Blue League: Cassidy (0) vs. Strong (0)
- In a match highlighted by TNT Champion Mark Briscoe’s observation that both competitors need a win, Cassidy faces Strong, who insists he is not part of the Conglomeration and won’t be swayed by Cassidy’s no-chop demand. This bout could determine who breaks into the points column and shifts the tournament’s balance.
TBS Championship Match: Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Leila Grey
- After Grey offered support in the wake of Moné’s ROH Women’s World TV Championship loss to Red Velvet, Moné issued a bold title challenge to Grey. The TBS Championship is on the line as Collision presents this high-stakes title clash.
AEW National Championship Open Challenge
- Ricochet puts the National Title on the line again, inviting an open challenge in Columbus. Fresh off his successful defense against Dalton Castle at Final Battle, Ricochet seeks a repeat performance. Who will step up to challenge the reigning champion?
Tony Schiavone Sitdown: Timeless Love Bombs and Babes of Wrath
- Before their Women’s World Tag Team Championship Tournament final, Toni Storm, Mina Shirakawa, Harley Cameron, and Willow Nightingale sit down with Tony Schiavone for a revealing interview.
Swerve Strickland Live on Collision
- Swerve Strickland will appear live, delivering updates from Columbus and setting the stage for his next steps in AEW.
How to Watch AEW Collision
- Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
- Start Time: Live 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT
- Location: GalaxyCon – Columbus, Ohio
- TV: TNT
- Streaming: HBO Max
