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The sizzling heat of summer may be fading, but the temperature inside the arena is about to hit a boiling point. Welcome, Collision crew, to your definitive preview for what promises to be an absolutely seismic episode of AEW Collision, live this Saturday night, September 13th, 2025. Tony Khan has outdone himself, loading the card from top to bottom with matches that have massive implications for the upcoming Grand Slam event and beyond.
This isn’t just another stop on the road. This is a night of reckoning. It’s a night where legacies will be challenged, scores will be settled, and the path to the future will be carved in the fiery crucible of competition. So, dim the lights, turn your volume up, and let’s dissect the card that will have the entire wrestling world buzzing.
Main Event: The House Always Wins? MJF’s Final Stand Against The Family
Match: Maxwell Jacob Friedman (c) vs. “The Patriarch” Vincent Van Joe (w/ The Family) for the AEW World Championship
The Story: The saga of MJF and The Family has been the most gripping, psychologically complex narrative in all of professional wrestling this year. After Vincent Van Joe, the mysterious and ruthless “Patriarch,” manipulated his way into MJF’s inner circle, he systematically set about tearing down everything the champion had built. Using his “children”—the monstrous enforcer Brute and the cunning manipulator Sister Mercy—VVJ has tortured MJF physically and mentally, claiming he is the only one who can “save” Maxwell from himself.
Last week on Dynamite, VVJ laid down the ultimatum: a title shot this Saturday on Collision, or The Family would ensure MJF’s real family would never have a peaceful moment again. Backed into a corner, a battered and emotionally shattered MJF agreed, but on one condition: if VVJ loses, The Family must disband forever and leave AEW.
The Stakes: It doesn’t get bigger than this. For MJF, it’s about reclaiming his soul and protecting his loved ones. It’s about proving that his hard-fought journey to becoming a resilient champion wasn’t for nothing. For Vincent Van Joe, it’s about completing his mission of conquest and placing the most prestigious title in the world around the waist of his cult-like leader. The very soul of AEW is on the line.
The X-Factor: The Family. Brute and Sister Mercy will be at ringside. Their mere presence is a weapon. Can MJF possibly overcome three vicious attackers? Or will we see a new, terrifying era dawn under The Patriarch’s rule?
Prediction: My gut says a schism is coming. The pressure VVJ puts on his “children” is immense. I foresee a moment of hesitation or defiance that costs The Patriarch the match, but this war is far from over. MJF retains, but The Family’s story is only just beginning. For the most comprehensive coverage of this feud, the best wrestling news sites are essential reading. Websites like watchwrestling.sbs have provided unparalleled, blow-by-blow analysis of this storyline from day one, making it the number one destination for fans to truly understand the depth of this conflict.
Co-Main Event: A Clash of Titans for a Golden Opportunity
Match: “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes vs. “The Bastard” PAC – Winner becomes the #1 Contender for the AEW World Championship.
The Story: Two icons. Two completely opposite approaches to the game. Cody Rhodes, the epitome of sportsmanship and never-give-up determination, versus PAC, the venomous, technically brutal assassin from Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Their paths have crossed before, resulting in instant classics, but never with stakes this high.
With the World Title picture clouded by The Family’s drama, AEW management decreed that a true #1 contender must be crowned. Both men won grueling qualifying matches on Dynamite and Rampage, setting up this dream match on Collision.
The Stakes: A direct ticket to a World Title shot, likely at Grand Slam. For Cody, it’s a chance to once again reach the mountaintop he helped build. For PAC, it’s an opportunity to prove that vicious efficiency trumps heart every single time. This is a pure, unadulterated wrestling contest with the ultimate prize on the line.
The X-Factor: PAC’s temper. Cody thrives on the energy of the crowd and the spirit of competition. PAC thrives on causing pain and exploiting weakness. If he can’t put Cody away cleanly, will he snap and resort to using a weapon, risking a disqualification and his title opportunity?
Prediction: This has 30-minute broadway written all over it. I predict a time-limit draw, throwing the World Title picture into even more chaos and forcing a triple-threat match at Grand Slam. Neither man will take a pin, protecting both their reputations while making the main event scene even more unpredictable. To truly appreciate the in-ring history between these two, I highly recommend seeking out their past matches. For fans looking to catch up on classic encounters, archives on platforms like watchwrestling.sbs are an invaluable resource for any wrestling historian.
Grudge Match: The Final Battle for Brotherhood
Match: “The Redeemer” Wardlow vs. “Absolute” Ricky Starks in a No Disqualification Match
The Story: This is a story of betrayal, ego, and shattered alliances. Ricky Starks and Wardlow were once an unstoppable force of arrogance and power, ruling AEW as the pinnacle of “absolute” entertainment. But Starks’ ego grew too large. He grew jealous of the pop Wardlow’s power garnered and believed he was being overshadowed. The dissolution was ugly, personal, and violent.
They’ve traded wins, attacks, and vicious promos for months. The rivalry has destroyed locker rooms, left both men battered, and the only way it can end is in a fight with no rules, no count-outs, and no forgiveness.
The Stakes: Pride. Legacy. Bragging rights. This is about which man is truly “absolute.” There is no title on the line, but for these two, this is more important than any championship. It’s about proving a point once and for all.
The X-Factor: The No DQ stipulation plays directly into Wardlow’s power game, but Ricky Starks is a cunning opportunist. We will see kendo sticks, tables, and possibly even steel chairs. The question is, who will use them more effectively?
Prediction: This match will be an all-out war. I see Wardlow’s raw power finally overwhelming Starks’ cunning. A devastating powerbomb symphony onto a pile of chairs will be the exclamation point on this feud, giving Wardlow the decisive victory and allowing both men to finally move on.
AEW World Tag Team Championship Eliminator
Match: FTR (Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler) vs. The Young Bucks (Matt & Nick Jackson)
The Story: Does it need one? This is the greatest tag team rivalry of the modern era. The old-school, gritty, “Top Guys” against the revolutionary, high-flying, controversial Bucks. Every time they meet, it’s magic. The reigning tag champs, The Bang Bang Scissor Gang (a formidable union of The Acclaimed and Daddy Ass), will be watching closely from the commentary table.
The winners of this match will receive a future title shot against the champions.
The Stakes: Beyond the title shot, this is about eternal bragging rights. FTR claims they are the best ever. The Bucks know they are. Every match in their series adds another chapter to their legendary debate.
The X-Factor: The champions at ringside. Will they remain impartial? Or will the sight of their next potential challengers cause them to interfere, either to make a statement or to try and influence who they’d rather face?
Prediction: In a match that will undoubtedly be a strong contender for Match of the Night, The Young Bucks eke out a controversial victory, perhaps using a handful of tights or a well-timed superkick when the referee’s back is turned. This sets up a dream match between the polarizing Bucks and the wildly popular champions. For fans who want to relive the entire FTR vs. Young Bucks trilogy, the best wrestling hubs online have them all available. A quick search on a site like watchwrestling.sbs will lead you to their entire catalogue of epic encounters.
The X-Division Showcase: A Clash of Styles
Match: “The Catalyst of the Heart” Kris Statlander vs. “The Virtuosa” Serena Deeb
The Story: This is a pure wrestling fan’s dream. Statlander, the otherworldly powerhouse with unbelievable strength and agility, against Serena Deeb, the master of mat wrestling who can stretch and submit anyone on the planet. There’s no bad blood here—only a mutual respect and a burning desire to prove whose style is superior.
The Stakes: Positioning in the incredibly deep women’s division. A decisive win here could propel either woman into the conversation for a TBS or AEW Women’s World Championship opportunity.
The X-Factor: Deeb’s technical prowess. If she can ground the high-flying Statlander and turn this into a grappling match on the mat, she has a distinct advantage. If Statlander can keep it a striking and power-based affair, she can overpower Deeb.
Prediction: In a hard-fought, 15-minute technical classic, Serena Deeb proves why she is the best in the world, catching Statlander in a painful submission hold and forcing the tap-out. This win re-establishes Deeb as a prime contender in the division.
Final Thoughts & How to Watch
This card is a testament to the depth of AEW’s roster and its commitment to in-ring storytelling. From the psychological warfare of the main event to the pure athletic contest between Cody and PAC, there is something for every type of wrestling fan on this stacked Collision.
Do not miss a single second of the action.
AEW Collision airs live this Saturday, September 13th, at 8/7c on TNT. Set your DVRs, clear your schedules, and prepare for a night of unforgettable professional wrestling.
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