In a major announcement, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) CEO Tony Khan took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to reveal an electrifying first-time-ever matchup for tomorrow’s episode of Collision. The highly anticipated bout will feature Japanese wrestling sensation Katsuyori Shibata going head-to-head against veteran wrestler Rocky Romero in an FTW Eliminator singles match.
While both Shibata and Romero have had illustrious careers, having spent several years in New Japan Pro Wrestling, they have never faced each other in singles competition before. This highly anticipated matchup promises to be an explosive encounter, with fans eager to see which wrestler will emerge victorious.
Tony Khan, known for his innovative and exciting booking, has once again delivered a thrilling matchup that is sure to get fans buzzing. Under his leadership, AEW has established itself as one of the top wrestling promotions in the United States, consistently delivering high-quality content and matchups that leave fans on the edge of their seats.
In related news, Khan also revealed that AEW has signed a new deal with the City of Arlington, TX, to host episodes of Collision and ROH’s Death Before Dishonor PPV event from the Esports Stadium. The shows are set to air from July 20 to August 17, leading up to the All In PPV event at Wembley Stadium. Khan expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating that the Esports Stadium, the largest dedicated esports venue in North America, could potentially host a major AEW PPV event in the future.
The upcoming matchup between Shibata and Romero is sure to be an intense and action-packed encounter, with both wrestlers giving it their all to emerge victorious. Will Shibata’s technical prowess be enough to take down the veteran Romero, or will the latter’s experience prove too much for the Japanese wrestler? Tune in to tomorrow’s episode of Collision to find out.
