Kazuchika Okada and Jon Moxley Reach AEW Worlds End Continental Classic Finals
The 2025 AEW Continental Classic has reached its climax, with Kazuchika Okada and Jon Moxley emerging as the finalists. The semi-finals took place during the Worlds End pay-per-view event on December 27, showcasing intense competition.
Kazuchika Okada Defeats Konosuke Takeshita
In a highly anticipated match, Kazuchika Okada faced off against Konosuke Takeshita. Both wrestlers understood the need to conserve energy for a potential final. From the start, Okada aimed to control the pace, which allowed Takeshita to adopt a more aggressive strategy later in the match.
- Takeshita’s Momentum: He gained traction after executing a Wheelbarrow German Suplex and a Blue Thunder Bomb.
- Close Calls: Both competitors exchanged finishers, with Okada absorbing Takeshita’s Power Drive Knee, and Takeshita withstanding The Rainmaker.
- Fatal Flaw: In a dramatic turn, Okada used a screwdriver to strike Takeshita, leading to the pinfall victory.
Okada’s controversial victory left Don Callis baffled, while Okada celebrated, inching closer to the AEW Continental Championship.
Jon Moxley’s Tough Battle Against Fletcher
In another semi-final, Jon Moxley faced Fletcher, who strategically targeted his opponent’s injured ankle. Despite Moxley bleeding from the mouth due to a dental injury, he persisted through the pain.
- Moxley’s Determination: Even with one functional leg, he tried to impose his will on Fletcher.
- Pivotal Moments:
- A Brainbuster on the apron nearly ended Moxley’s run.
- Moxley rebounded with a Rear Naked Choke Suplex from the top rope.
- Final Moves: He executed the Paradigm Shift followed by the Rear Naked Choke, sealing Fletcher’s fate.
Despite Fletcher’s attempts to inflict further damage, Moxley emerged victorious. With both Okada and Moxley winning their semi-final matches, they are set to clash in the final.
Final Showdown: Okada vs. Moxley
The stage is now set for a thrilling final between Kazuchika Okada and Jon Moxley in the AEW Continental Classic tournament. Wrestling fans eagerly anticipate this match, as both athletes possess a fierce competitive spirit and remarkable skill.
