In a groundbreaking announcement last night on AEW Collision, the wrestling world was shaken as AEW revealed plans for their own version of the prestigious G1 Climax tournament. AEW President Tony Khan made a surprise appearance alongside the currently sidelined Brian Danielson to unveil the Continental Classic Tournament, set to showcase some of AEW’s top stars in an epic showdown.

Inspired by New Japan Pro Wrestling’s annual G1 Climax, the Continental Classic Tournament will feature a similar format, with two groups of six wrestlers competing in a round-robin style over the course of six weeks. Each wrestler will face off against every other participant in their group, accumulating points for victories and draws.

The top two wrestlers from each group, those with the most points, will advance to the Grand Final, scheduled to take place at the World’s End pay-per-view on December 30th. The winner of the Grand Final will be crowned the inaugural Continental Classic Champion, solidifying their place in AEW history.

The excitement doesn’t end there, as AEW Dynamite on November 22nd will mark the beginning of this thrilling tournament. Tony Khan confirmed that Brian Danielson will be the first competitor to enter the fray, despite recent reports of a broken orbital bone. Danielson’s participation has sparked speculation about the severity of his injury, with some questioning if it’s merely part of a storyline.

In addition to the tournament announcement, AEW also revealed more matches for their upcoming Full Gear pay-per-view. Julia Hart secured her spot in the AEW TBS Championship freeway match after defeating Willow Nightingale, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown. A four-way tag match for the AEW World Tag Team Championships was also confirmed, promising intense action as teams vie for gold.

Furthermore, bitter rivals Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland are set to go head-to-head in a rematch under Texas death match rules, adding another layer of intensity to an already stacked card.

Lastly, AEW welcomed two new stars to their roster, with The Righteous making their official debut after an impressive showing in a trios match on AEW Collision. Their addition signals the potential formation of a new faction within AEW, adding even more intrigue to the promotion’s landscape.

With the Continental Classic Tournament on the horizon and Full Gear just around the corner, AEW continues to push boundaries and deliver unparalleled excitement to wrestling fans worldwide. Stay tuned as the action unfolds in the world of All Elite Wrestling!