AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2025: Full Match Card, Start Time & How to Watch
The AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2025 pay-per-view is finally here, bringing together some of the biggest stars in pro wrestling. The event takes place on August 24 at The O2 Arena in London, and the lineup promises historic cross-promotional battles, dream encounters, and championship clashes that fans worldwide cannot afford to miss.
Lights Out Steel Cage Match
Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi & Will Ospreay vs. Claudio Castagnoli, Jon Moxley, The Young Bucks & Gabe Kidd
The marquee attraction is a chaotic Lights Out Steel Cage Match featuring ten of the most dangerous wrestlers in the world. Omega and Ospreay join forces with legends Ibushi and Tanahashi against the brutality of Moxley, Claudio, and The Young Bucks. Expect carnage, high-flying insanity, and a match that could define the Forbidden Door legacy.
AEW World Championship
“Hangman” Adam Page (c) vs. MJF
The AEW World Championship bout comes with a controversial stipulation—the title can change hands via DQ or count-out. MJF forced this rule upon Adam Page, leaving the champion at a severe disadvantage. With months of animosity behind them, this match could end in shocking fashion.
AEW Unified Championship
Kazuchika Okada (c) vs. Swerve Strickland
A dream clash awaits as Okada defends the Unified Championship against Swerve. Despite Strickland carrying an injury, fans are buzzing over this high-profile showdown. Will Okada continue his reign of dominance, or can Swerve shock the world?
AEW Women’s World Championship
“Timeless” Toni Storm (c) vs. Athena
Athena has been on a warpath, aided by Mercedes Moné, while Toni Storm has relied on Alex Windsor for backup. With the Women’s Championship on the line, this match promises high drama and physical intensity.
TBS Championship 4-Way
Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Alex Windsor vs. Persephone vs. Bozilla
The “CEO” Mercedes Moné faces one of her toughest tests yet in a four-way title defense. With Windsor, Persephone, and Bozilla all vying for the belt, chaos and unpredictability are guaranteed.
IWGP World Heavyweight Championship
Zack Sabre Jr. (c) vs. Nigel McGuinness
Two technical masters collide as Zack Sabre Jr. defends the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against Nigel McGuinness. Expect a submission-heavy chess match that could be the night’s sleeper hit.
TNT Championship
Kyle Fletcher (c) vs. Hiromu Takahashi
AEW’s Fletcher faces NJPW’s Hiromu Takahashi in a high-stakes TNT title bout. Takahashi looks to bring gold back to Japan, while Fletcher hopes to further cement his breakout reign.
AEW Tag Team Championship
The Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin) (c) vs. FTR vs. Brodido (Brody King & Bandido)
Three powerhouse teams collide in an elimination-style tag match. With FTR’s experience, Brodido’s unpredictability, and Hurt Syndicate’s dominance, this contest could easily steal the show.
Adam Copeland & Christian Cage Vs Kip Sabian & Killswitch
Copeland & Cage reunite to take on Kip Sabian & returning Killswitch, who attacked them on Dynamite. Expact a mix of nostalgia and high drama in this tag team clash.
Other Matches & Pre-Show Lineup
- AEW Trios Championship: The Opps (c) vs. Bullet Club War Dogs
- Kyle O’Reilly, Roderick Strong, Yuya Uemura & El Desperado vs. Hechicero, Josh Alexander & CRU
- Triangle of Madness & Megan Bayne vs. Harley Cameron, Kris Statlander, Willow Nightingale & Queen Aminata
- Michael Oku & JetSpeed vs. Ricochet & Gates Of Agony
Where to Watch Forbidden Door 2025
Fans worldwide can watch Forbidden Door 2025 live on Amazon Prime, PPV.com, YouTube, and traditional cable & satellite providers. The Zero Hour pre-show starts at 11:30 AM ET, with the main show kicking off at 1 PM ET.
Final Thoughts
With matches like Omega & Ospreay in the Steel Cage, Page vs. MJF, and Okada vs. Swerve, this year’s Forbidden Door could be the most explosive yet. Whether you’re an AEW or NJPW fan, London’s O2 Arena is set to witness history.
