AEW President Tony Khan has officially announced the return of one of the company’s most popular match formats for Texas 2025.
Khan revealed that the event will feature both a men’s and a women’s casino gauntlet match, with the winners earning future world title opportunities. These matches carry significant weight as they are expected to heavily influence AEW’s championship storylines.
This announcement is historic as AEW will be hosting its flagship event in Texas for the first time ever. The venue, Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas—home to the Texas Rangers—offers a large-scale setting perfect for AEW’s ambitions to make this one of their key events of 2025. The passionate Texas wrestling fanbase, combined with the venue’s capacity, promises an unforgettable atmosphere.
The casino gauntlet match format has become a hallmark of AEW’s innovative wrestling style, blending the excitement and tactical elements of a Battle Royale Elimination. Featuring competitors from both the men’s and women’s divisions, this fan-favorite setup is likely to showcase some of AEW’s top talent.
As the event date gets closer, fans can expect storylines to develop and participants to be announced for the casino gauntlet matches. These clashes are crucial, as they will significantly shape the championship landscape in AEW during the latter half of 2025.
The event, Everything in Texas, is scheduled for Saturday, July 12th, 2025, at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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Fan Take: This announcement is a thrilling development for AEW enthusiasts as it not only brings a beloved match type back but also introduces high-stakes competition that can drastically reshape AEW’s title scenes. Hosting such a landmark event in Texas underscores AEW’s growth ambition and offers fans a chance to witness history in the making.
