As the AEW Full Gear 2023 approaches, fans and pundits alike are buzzing with predictions and expectations. This year’s event, set to take place at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, promises a mix of title showdowns and personal feuds, making it a challenging card to predict.
Let’s dive into the likely outcomes for each match, based on insights from Wrestling Inc. and our analysis.
AEW Full Gear Predictions: ROH Tag Team Championship – MJF and Mystery Partner
MJF, defending his ROH World Tag Team and AEW World Championships, faces a unique challenge at Full Gear.
With Adam Cole unavailable, MJF’s mystery partner could be a game-changer. Speculations suggest Samoa Joe might step in, bringing a complex dynamic to the match.
Despite uncertainties, MJF and his partner are favourites to retain the titles.
Prediction: MJF to retain the ROH Tag Team Titles
Texas Death Match: Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland
“Hangman” Adam Page, grappling with personal demons and a vendetta against Swerve Strickland, is poised for a comeback.
Having already proven his mettle in a Texas Death Match earlier this year, Page’s need for victory is more about redemption than triumph.
This match could be a turning point for Page in reclaiming his position in AEW’s main event scene.
Prediction: Adam Page to win
Six-Man Tag: Adam Copeland, Darby Allin, and Sting
This match is not just a battle of skills but also a narrative of legacies and rivalries. With Sting on his retirement tour, a victory seems fitting for his team.
However, the opposing faction, led by Christian Cage, is determined to disrupt this narrative. The wildcard factor of Ric Flair’s involvement adds an intriguing twist to this high-stakes match.
Prediction: Adam Copeland, Darby Allin and Sting to win
AEW Full Gear 2023 Predictions: Tag Title Shot vs. Disbandment – Golden Jets vs. The Young Bucks
The Young Bucks face a critical juncture as they clash with Kenny Omega and Chris Jericho, known as The Golden Jets.
A loss for The Bucks could lead to heightened tensions within The Elite, while a win for The Jets would solidify their recent formation.
This match is a pivotal moment for both teams, with implications that could reshape the tag team landscape in AEW.
Prediction: Golden Jets to win
AEW Full Gear 2023 International Championship: Jon Moxley vs. Orange Cassidy
Jon Moxley, seeking vengeance and redemption, is the favourite to reclaim the AEW International Championship from Orange Cassidy.
Moxley’s aggressive and relentless style makes him a formidable opponent, and Cassidy’s title reign faces a serious threat. This match could redefine Cassidy’s character and trajectory in AEW.
Prediction: Orange Cassidy to retain
AEW TBS Championship: Kris Statlander vs. Julia Hart vs. Skye Blue
The TBS Championship match is a toss-up, with reigning champion Kris Statlander defending against Julia Hart and Skye Blue.
Statlander’s impressive title run faces a significant challenge, especially with the unpredictable nature of a triple-threat match.
Hart’s rising star and Blue’s evolving character dynamics add layers of complexity to this contest.
Prediction: Skye Blue to become the new TBS Champion
AEW World Tag Team Championship: Ricky Starks and Big Bill
Ricky Starks and Big Bill, the current champions, are tipped to retain their titles in a fiercely contested four-way match. Their resilience and strategic prowess have been evident in their short yet impactful reign.
The match, involving multiple teams with varying motivations, is expected to be a showcase of tactical wrestling and high drama.
Prediction: Ricky Starks and Big Bill to retain
AEW Women’s World Championship: Toni Storm vs. Hikaru Shida
Toni Storm is the predicted winner in her clash against Hikaru Shida for the AEW Women’s World Championship.
Storm’s ascent has been marked by impressive performances, and a victory here could cement her as a leading figure in the women’s division.
Shida, a formidable opponent, will undoubtedly push Storm to her limits.
Prediction: Toni Storm to become the new Women’s Champion
AEW Full Gear 2023 Main Event – AEW World Championship Match: MJF vs Jay White
This will be MJF’s second match of the night, carrying on the double-duty storyline that he has been part of during the past few months.
Although White would represent someone who could easily be an AEW Champion at some point down the line, Full Gear is not that time, and we see MJF retaining.
Prediction: MJF to retain
FAQs
- When is AEW Full Gear 2023? AEW Full Gear 2023 is scheduled for this Saturday at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.
- Who is MJF’s mystery partner? Speculations suggest Samoa Joe might be MJF’s mystery partner, but it remains unconfirmed.
- What is at stake in the Tag Title Shot vs. Disbandment match? If The Young Bucks win, The Golden Jets disband. If The Jets win, they get The Bucks’ tag title shot.
- Could Ric Flair influence the Six-Man Tag match? Yes, Ric Flair’s involvement could be a wildcard factor in the match.
- What makes the AEW TBS Championship match unpredictable? The triple threat format and evolving character dynamics of the competitors make the outcome uncertain.
