AEW Forbidden Door: Two Massive Championship Matches Officially Set for August 24th

All Elite Wrestling is gearing up for its highly anticipated Forbidden Door pay-per-view on August 24th, and the company just dropped two colossal championship matches that are sure to set the wrestling world ablaze! As AEW’s recent residency at chicago’s Aragon Ballroom wrapped up with the July 31st episode of “AEW Collision,” the stage was set for some major announcements regarding the card for this massive inter-promotional event.

Swerve Strickland Challenges Kazuchika Okada for Unified Championship

Get ready for a dream match as Swerve strickland has officially challenged “The Rainmaker” Kazuchika Okada for the AEW Unified Championship! The tension between these two has been simmering ever since their paths crossed at All In Texas. Swerve, clearly fed up with seeing Okada rely on allies like The Young Bucks and Don callis, has vowed to make London’s O2 Arena his personal domain.

Okada and Callis, never ones to shy away from a confrontation, responded to Swerve’s challenge with their characteristic disdain, calling him “classless.” However, thay ultimately accepted the fight, confirming that this highly anticipated showdown for the AEW Unified Championship will indeed go down at Forbidden Door. This is a clash of titans,and you won’t want to miss it!

Athena vs. Toni Storm for AEW Women’s World Championship Official

In another blockbuster announcement, ROH Women’s World Champion Athena will challenge “Timeless” Toni Storm for the AEW Women’s World Championship! Athena recently explained her decision not to cash in her championship contract on the July 30th episode of “AEW Dynamite,” despite pinning Storm. Athena revealed that she felt she didn’t have Storm’s respect and realized how easily she could overcome the champion.

Though, Athena wants to claim the AEW women’s World Championship on her own terms and on a much grander stage – a stage where she believes she’ll finally receive the recognition she deserves.With that, she confirmed she will be executing her contract at Forbidden Door, making this championship bout official.This is a pivotal moment for Athena,and she’s aiming to prove she’s the best in the world.

Tag Team Titles Also on the Line

These two massive championship matches join the already confirmed AEW Tag Team Championship bout. The Hurt Syndicate will put their titles on the line against a formidable opponent, with the contenders being either FTR, The Young Bucks, or lucha Libre AAA’s Lucha Brothers. With more matches featuring stars from AEW and New Japan Pro-wrestling expected to be announced in the coming weeks, Forbidden Door is shaping up to be an unforgettable event!