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Jon Moxley faces a pivotal opportunity to regain the AEW World Championship this Wednesday on Dynamite in a high-stakes rematch against reigning titleholder “Hangman” Adam Page. The bout, a redo of their clash at All In: Texas, comes with a significant twist: a strict no-interference mandate, barring all wrestlers from ringside. This stipulation aims to force a direct, no-distractions showdown between the two rivals, though speculation swirls about whether external factors could still tip the scales.

Moxley, a tactician known for resourcefulness during his prior championship reigns, has historically leveraged alliances to secure victories. Observers note similarities to his controversial title win over Swerve Strickland in May, where The Young Bucks’ surprise interference played a decisive role. Now, rumors suggest an unexpected twist: Eddie Kingston, Moxley’s former ally-turned-rival, might resurface to sabotage Page. Kingston, sidelined by injury since May, has been absent during the Death Riders’ recent struggles. His potential return—potentially aligning with Moxley’s faction—could signal a strategic shift for the group, which has faced mounting criticism for its repetitive storytelling.

The narrative took a meta turn when veteran wrestling critic Jim Cornette lambasted Moxley and the Death Riders during an episode of The Jim Cornette Experience. Cornette questioned AEW’s creative direction, arguing that the faction’s prominence has grown stale. “It’s the same s*** they were doing. They just switched the belt,” he said, dubbing the group the “Bore Horsemen” in a biting critique. His comments reflect broader fan fatigue with the faction’s recurring role in main events, particularly after Moxley’s swift reentry into title contention post-loss.

Wednesday’s match carries implications beyond the championship. A decisive win for Page could dismantle the Death Riders’ current momentum, paving the way for fresh storylines. Conversely, a Moxley victory—especially with Kingston’s assistance—would reinforce the faction’s resilience amid criticism. For AEW, the bout represents a balancing act: delivering a conclusive end to a long-running feud while addressing audience demand for innovative narratives. With both competitors vowing to settle their rivalry “once and for all,” the outcome may hinge on whether the strict no-interference rule holds—or if chaos, as often happens in wrestling, finds a way.