Backstage News on Hangman Page Defeating Will Ospreay at AEW Double or Nothing – Tony Khan’s decision to have Hangman Page defeat Will Ospreay in the main event of AEW Double or Nothing on Sunday has caught much of the wrestling world off guard. The win now positions Page as the No. 1 contender for the AEW World Championship, setting up a showdown with Jon Moxley at AEW All In: Texas.
According to a new report from Fightful Select, both Page and Ospreay were told ahead of time who would be going over during the weekend of the show. What’s notable is that each man reportedly advocated for the other to win the match, highlighting a mutual respect and selflessness between two of AEW’s top stars.
Backstage, the atmosphere following the match was said to be filled with surprise, with many in the locker room expecting Will Ospreay to get the win. Ospreay, who has been one of AEW’s most heavily featured stars since officially signing with the company, was widely considered the favorite heading into the main event. His loss marked a sharp turn in AEW booking that few foresaw.
Interestingly, Jon Moxley also reportedly supported the idea of Hangman Page getting the win at Double or Nothing. While it remains unclear if Moxley’s opinion influenced Tony Khan’s booking decision, his support may have further validated the call.
Now all eyes turn to AEW All In: Texas, where Hangman Page will challenge Jon Moxley for the AEW World Title. With Darby Allin previously rumored to be the one set to eventually dethrone Moxley, speculation is swirling on whether Khan will stick with Page as the top babyface challenger or pivot back to his original plans later this year.
Regardless of the outcome, this development has added intrigue to AEW’s summer storylines, with Page now thrust back into the spotlight after months of uncertainty surrounding his position in the company.
Backstage News on Hangman Page Defeating Will Ospreay at AEW Double or Nothing
