AEW Revolution Main Event Highlights

The fan reception to the AEW Revolution main event on Sunday left much to be desired, as Jon Moxley successfully defended his AEW World Championship against Cope, only for Christian Cage to unexpectedly cash in and turn the match into a triple threat. Many viewers were looking forward to the conclusion of the long-running Death Riders storyline, but thanks to Cage and Wheeler Yuta, Moxley managed to leave the arena with his title, before being confronted by Number One Contender Swerve Strickland, who left a lasting impression.

Bryan Alvarez's Insights

Bryan Alvarez shared some intriguing insights on “Wrestling Observer Radio” Tuesday, revealing that the main event could have had a much different ending with more participants involved. This revelation has left fans buzzing with speculation about what might have been.

Potential Surprises and Rumors

“There were supposedly ideas for the main event that included a lot more names than who ended up participating, possibly even some surprise returns,” Alvarez mentioned. “However, those plans were scrapped at the last moment. I’m not entirely sure who was supposed to show up, but it definitely sounds like there was a backup plan that never materialized.”

Clarifications on Speculation

While some fans speculated that Shane McMahon could make a shocking debut, Alvarez quickly reassured listeners that this was not the case. The surprise return would involve someone who has previously performed in AEW. He also addressed rumors concerning Cope's alleged refusal to put over Cage, stating that he has heard no credible information that supports such claims.

Moxley's Title Retained

Despite the last-minute adjustments, one thing remained clear—Moxley’s victory was never in doubt. Alvarez confidently stated, “I’m 99% sure that no matter what changes were made, Moxley was always set to retain his title and face Swerve at the next pay-per-view.”

Conclusion and Future Speculation

As AEW continues to build momentum, the unexpected twists and turns during Revolution keep fans on the edge of their seats. What could be next for Moxley and Swerve? Stay tuned for more updates as the wrestling world evolves!