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Okada Defends Title as Chaos Unfolds in AEW

10/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On October 22, Kazuchika Okada (AEW) defends the AEW Unified Championship against Bandido, while The Opps face The Hurt Syndicate for the AEW World Trios Championship.
Samoa Joe attacked AEW World Champion Adam Page at WrestleDream, prompting Page to vow revenge and complicating matters for The Opps.
The show will air live at 8 p.m. ET, with UK coverage on ITV4 starting October 24.

History

Historical Context

The 1980s marked a transformative era for professional wrestling, driven by the World Wrestling Federation's (WWF) rise under Vince McMahon. The WWF's innovative marketing, including the first WrestleMania in 1985, attracted millions, peaking at over 30 million viewers weekly. This boom laid the groundwork for today's promotions like All Elite Wrestling (AEW), which continues to captivate audiences with dramatic storytelling and rivalries.

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Story summary

On October 22, Kazuchika Okada (AEW) defends the AEW Unified Championship against Bandido, while The Opps face The Hurt Syndicate for the AEW World Trios Championship.
Samoa Joe attacked AEW World Champion Adam Page at WrestleDream, prompting Page to vow revenge and complicating matters for The Opps.
The show will air live at 8 p.m. ET, with UK coverage on ITV4 starting October 24.

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