Samoa Joe Secures World Title at AEW Full Gear: Recap & Reactions
The highly anticipated AEW Full Gear event took place on November 22, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The night culminated in shocking moments and significant championship changes, notably Samoa Joe capturing the AEW World Championship.
Samoa Joe Becomes World Champion
The main event featured a steel cage match where Samoa Joe faced Hangman Adam Page, the defending champion. The match was intense, filled with blood and high-stakes drama. As Hangman controlled much of the match, interference escalated the tension. Katsuyori Shibata tried to climb the cage but was fought off by Eddie Kingston. When a referee bump occurred, it created an opening for chaos.
- Will Hobbs entered the ring to assist Joe.
- Hook revived the referee and unexpectedly turned heel by hitting Hangman with the championship belt.
- Samoa Joe capitalized and executed a musclebuster on the belt to secure victory.
This win positions Samoa Joe prominently within AEW, igniting speculation about his title reign’s duration.
Additional Highlights from AEW Full Gear
Kris Statlander Retains Women’s Championship
Kris Statlander successfully defended her AEW Women’s World Championship against Mercedes Moné. Despite sustaining an early arm injury, Statlander delivered a powerful one-armed performance. The match featured numerous exciting transitions, culminating in Statlander executing a Saturday Night Fever piledriver for the win.
Young Bucks Win Big
In a high-stakes match for a $1,000,000 prize, the Young Bucks teamed up with Josh Alexander to defeat Kenny Omega and Jurassic Express. The match showcased impressive teamwork and culminated with the Bucks executing a BTE Trigger to secure the victory.
Mark Briscoe Takes the TNT Championship
Mark Briscoe battled Kyle Fletcher in a no-disqualification match to claim the TNT Championship. The match was brutal, featuring tables, ladders, and barbed wire. Briscoe secured the victory with a Jay Driller, marking a significant achievement in his career.
Kyle O’Reilly Victorious Over Jon Moxley
In a gripping No Holds Barred match, Kyle O’Reilly defeated Jon Moxley. The match saw both competitors utilize submission techniques and foreign objects, leading to O’Reilly’s win via ankle lock, adding to their ongoing rivalry.
A Dynamic Casino Gauntlet
The Casino Gauntlet match featured a total of twelve competitors, with Ricochet emerging as the inaugural AEW National Champion. The fast-paced action saw various factions engaging, leading to Ricochet capitalizing in the final moments to secure his title.
Conclusion
AEW Full Gear delivered an electric night filled with thrilling matches and surprising storylines, igniting excitement for future events. As Samoa Joe emerges as the new champion, fans look forward to the developments in AEW’s upcoming programming.
