In an unprecedented moment for the LGBTQ community, All Elite Wrestling’s “All In” event at Wembley Stadium in London, England, amassed a record-breaking attendance of 81,035 fans. The highlight of the evening was the triumphant victories of two of the company’s prominent LGBTQ talents who secured championship gold.
In a fiercely contested match, Anthony Bowens, alongside his partners Max Caster and Billy Gunn, emerged victorious, clinching the AEW Trios titles. They conquered The House of Black—consisting of Malakai Black, Brody King, and Buddy Matthews—in a hard-fought no-holds-barred clash, culminating a compelling two-month storyline.
Saraya, a U.K.-born star from the famed Knight family, made history by seizing the AEW Women’s World Champion title. Engaged in a four-way encounter against Hikaru Shida, Britt Baker, and Toni Storm, Saraya showcased her resilience. The match showcased an unexpected tension between Saraya and Storm, who were allies in the Outcasts faction, ultimately leading to Saraya’s triumphant victory.
For Anthony Bowens, this victory etches his name as the first openly gay wrestler to hold the AEW Trios titles, following his previous achievement as an AEW Tag Team champion. Meanwhile, Saraya’s emotional win not only marks her return to the championship circle but also establishes her as the third LGBTQ woman to hold the prestigious AEW Women’s World title, joining the ranks of Storm and Nyla Rose.
The electrifying atmosphere of the event culminated in a jubilant celebration, uniting wrestlers and fans in an unprecedented scissor party. The event’s historical significance and its showcasing of LGBTQ representation in the wrestling world mark a monumental step forward for inclusivity and acceptance within the sport.