Live from Co-Op Live in Manchester, England
AEW presents a special afternoon edition of Collision Holiday Bash today with critical Continental Classic Gold League matches that could reshape the tournament standings. The one-hour special airs at 2:30 PM ET on TNT and HBO Max, taped following this week's Holiday Bash Dynamite from England.
With the 2025 Continental Classic entering its final week, four wrestlers remain tied atop the Gold League standings at six points each. Today's matches between Kazuchika Okada and Kevin Knight, plus Jack Perry versus Speedball Mike Bailey, will determine which two competitors advance to the semifinals at Worlds End on December 27.
Match Card
- Continental Classic Gold League: Kazuchika Okada vs. Kevin Knight
- Continental Classic Gold League: Jack Perry vs. Speedball Mike Bailey
- RevPro Undisputed British Women's Championship: Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Alex Windsor
- Eddie Kingston vs. Nathan Cruz
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Continental Classic Gold League: Kazuchika Okada vs. Kevin Knight
The reigning Continental Champion Kazuchika Okada faces his biggest test of the tournament against rising star Kevin Knight. Both wrestlers enter with six points in the four-way tie atop the Gold League, making this a must-win situation for both competitors.
Okada has been trying to retain his Continental Championship throughout the tournament as part of his historic Unified Championship reign spanning over 600 days. After dropping his opening match to Kyle Fletcher, the Rainmaker has rebounded with victories over PAC to stay alive in the tournament. Knight shocked the wrestling world in Week One by defeating Darby Allin, then followed up with a win over Mike Bailey at Winter Is Coming to reach six points.
The Don Callis Family member knows a victory here would put him in prime position to advance, while a loss could eliminate Okada from his own championship tournament. Continental Classic rules prohibit any outside interference, meaning Okada cannot rely on his Callis Family stablemates.
Continental Classic Gold League: Jack Perry vs. Speedball Mike Bailey
Jack Perry makes his Continental Classic debut after replacing the injured Darby Allin midway through the tournament. Perry inherits Allin's 0-3 record and zero points, making his path to the semifinals virtually impossible. However, Perry can still play spoiler against Mike Bailey, who sits tied for the league lead with six points.
Bailey has been one of the tournament's breakout performers, earning victories over Kevin Knight and PAC despite losses to Kyle Fletcher. The high-flying Speedball needs a win today to keep his semifinal hopes alive, but Perry's unpredictable style and technical prowess make him a dangerous opponent even with nothing to gain in the standings.
RevPro Undisputed British Women's Championship: Mercedes Moné vs. Alex Windsor
Mercedes Moné puts her RevPro Undisputed British Women's Championship on the line against local challenger Alex Windsor in an open challenge match. The CEO captured the RevPro title at Wrestle Dynasty in Tokyo's Dome on January 5, making this her fifth defense of the championship she won from Mina Shirakawa.
Moné currently holds 12 championships across three continents, though she recently lost the Interim ROH Women's World Television Championship to Red Velvet at ROH Final Battle on December 5. The multi-time champion issued the open challenge during Wednesday's Dynamite, looking to add another successful defense to her historic collection of gold.
Windsor represents the British wrestling scene and will have the Manchester crowd firmly behind her. The RevPro star gets the opportunity of a lifetime against one of wrestling's most decorated champions on Moné's tour of the United Kingdom.
Eddie Kingston vs. Nathan Cruz
Eddie Kingston returned to action in September after a devastating 497-day absence following a career-threatening leg injury. The Mad King suffered a fractured tibia, torn ACL, and torn meniscus during his NJPW Resurgence match against Gabe Kidd in May 2024.
Today Kingston faces British wrestler Nathan Cruz, who will be accompanied by the Grizzled Young Veterans. This represents another step in Kingston's comeback trail as he continues rebuilding his momentum after forming an alliance with HOOK following his return at All Out. Kingston recently challenged Samoa Joe for the AEW World Championship at Winter Is Coming, falling short in that title pursuit but proving he's back to full strength.
Cruz gets a high-profile opportunity against the inaugural AEW Continental Champion, though Kingston's hard-hitting style and experience advantage make him the overwhelming favorite. The presence of the Grizzled Young Veterans could factor into the outcome if they attempt to interfere on Cruz's behalf.
Looking Ahead
- Continental Classic semifinals and finals at AEW Worlds End on December 27 in Chicago
- AEW Women's World Tag Team Championship match featuring Mercedes Moné and Athena at Worlds End
- Final Continental Classic matches air December 23-24 during Dynamite on 34th Street and Christmas Collision from Manhattan Center
- The winner of today's Gold League matches will significantly impact which two wrestlers advance to face the Blue League's top two finishers
AEW Collision Holiday Bash airs today at 2:30 PM ET on TNT and HBO Max from Co-Op Live in Manchester, England.
