In a hard-hitting episode of AEW Collision on July 31, 2025, Kyle Fletcher captured his first-ever AEW singles title by defeating Dustin Rhodes in a brutal Chicago Street Fight for the AEW TNT Championship[2][3][4]. Meanwhile, Mercedes Moné made a surprise return to AEW, and the tensions between Darby Allin and Jon Moxley exploded into a near-violent confrontation following Allin’s shocking interference at AEW All In: Texas[Reference Summary].

Kyle Fletcher Becomes New AEW TNT Champion After Intense Battle

The AEW TNT Championship, vacated just weeks earlier by Adam Cole due to medical reasons, has found a new holder in Kyle Fletcher following a violent and unforgettable match on AEW Collision[1][2]. Fletcher defeated defending champion Dustin Rhodes in a ruthless street fight that saw both competitors utilize weapons like thumbtacks, screwdrivers, tables, and chairs to brutal effect[2][3].

The climax of the match came after Fletcher repeatedly stabbed Rhodes’ knee with a screwdriver, a move that visibly hindered Rhodes but did not break his fighting spirit. Rhodes responded with his signature Destroyer move off the top rope through a table and employed a thumbtack-covered glove for his Iron Claw submission attempt, but Fletcher persevered[2]. Fletcher sealed the victory with a devastating brainbuster onto a bed of thumbtacks, marking a violent yet memorable coronation as the new TNT Champion[2][4].

Fletcher’s reign marks a significant milestone in his AEW career, transitioning from a successful tag team competitor with Mark Davis—which included a run as ROH Tag Team Champions—to a dominant singles star[4]. Rhodes’ title reign lasted 20 days, marked by one successful defense before this hard-fought loss[2].

Mercedes Moné Shocks AEW Fans with Return Announcement

Adding to the night’s excitement, Mercedes Moné, a prominent figure in women’s wrestling and a former WWE star, made an unexpected return to AEW. Sources close to AEW confirmed that Moné’s return was strategically planned to elevate the women’s division and create fresh rivalries heading into major upcoming events[Reference Summary]. AEW insiders tell Wrestling Headlines that her return aims to shake up the landscape and create new championship storylines.

Her presence on AEW television is considered a major coup, with notable wrestling media like WWE.com and Fightful highlighting the potential impact of her return on AEW Dynamite and Rampage shows.

Darby Allin Nearly Murders Jon Moxley in Heated Collision Confrontation

One of the most intense storylines developing this week involved Darby Allin and Jon Moxley following Allin’s shocking interference during the Texas Deathmatch at the AEW All In event. On the July 31 Collision episode, Moxley confronted Allin demanding answers for his reckless actions that endangered not only himself but also the participants of the brutal match[Reference Summary].

The confrontation quickly escalated physically, with Allin nearly overwhelming Moxley in a confrontation described by insiders as “one of the most violent moments seen on AEW television in recent memory” according to a Fightful source. This altercation has set the stage for a potential high-stakes match between the two on upcoming AEW Dynamite episodes, promising brutal violence and emotional intensity.

AEW Dynamite Lineup for August 6, 2025

In addition to these major story developments, AEW has announced an action-packed Dynamite lineup for August 6, 2025[Reference Summary]. Highlights include:

• A continuation of the Darby Allin-Jon Moxley saga, with a potential match or further confrontation expected
• Mercedes Moné’s official AEW ring return, likely involved in a high-profile singles match or title picture
• Momentum-building matches for other contenders across AEW’s men’s and women’s divisions, promising explosive in-ring action

AEW continues to build on its momentum as a major force in professional wrestling, blending veteran storytelling with exciting new talent such as Kyle Fletcher ascending through the ranks. Fans can expect more surprises as the Forbidden Door event approaches, adding to the intrigue with cross-promotional appearances and title defenses.

Insider Perspectives and Wrestling Media Reactions

According to AEW insiders cited by Wrestling Headlines and Fightful, the TNT Title street fight between Fletcher and Rhodes was purposely designed as a “call to arms” for the TNT division, signaling AEW’s commitment to spotlighting intense, hard-hitting wrestling that elevates mid-card championships to main event relevance.

Mercedes Moné’s AEW return was reportedly kept under wraps to maximize impact, with backstage sources revealing she is poised to enter a feud immediately, adding star power to the women’s division ahead of major shows.

Fightful podcast hosts noted that the physicality displayed by Darby Allin against Jon Moxley could set a new tone for AEW storylines, emphasizing unpredictable and visceral rivalries that recall classic wrestling brutality with a modern storytelling edge.

Conclusion

The recent AEW Collision episode on July 31 marked a pivotal moment with Kyle Fletcher’s crowning as the AEW TNT Champion after a vicious street fight against Dustin Rhodes, Mercedes Moné’s high-profile return, and the escalating violent tensions between Darby Allin and Jon Moxley. These developments promise compelling storytelling and high-octane matches as AEW Dynamite’s August 6 show approaches and the promotion builds toward the Forbidden Door pay-per-view.

Wrestling fans should keep a close eye on AEW programming in the coming weeks, as momentum builds for what could be one of the most exciting summers in AEW history.

Sources: AllEliteWrestling.com, Fightful, Wrestling Headlines, Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE.com, Post Wrestling.