Mark Briscoe is set to defend his TNT Championship against former titleholder Daniel Garcia during the special “AEW Collision: Winter is Coming” event on December 13th. Briscoe won the championship at Full Gear last month by defeating Kyle Fletcher on his fourth attempt, while Garcia, who held the TNT title until April, has expressed his desire for a rematch.
The two wrestlers have a history, with Briscoe beating Garcia in their first showdown last December during the Continental Classic Blue League, and Garcia winning a match earlier this year to retain the TNT Championship. Briscoe discussed their rivalry backstage on “AEW Dynamite,” hinting that the upcoming match could be his first title defense, following a request to AEW President Tony Khan to book the fight.
Since losing the TNT Championship to Adam Cole in April, Garcia holds a 4-4-1 singles match record and has faced tough opponents like Jon Moxley. After turning heel and joining the Death Riders in September, Garcia has experienced mixed results, including wins over Katsuyori Shibata and his mentor Matt Menard, but also losses to Darby Allin and in the Blood & Guts match.
Fan Take: This upcoming match is a must-watch for AEW fans as it features a heated rivalry and the potential for a memorable trilogy climactic bout. It promises to elevate the TNT Championship’s prestige and deepen storylines that keep the wrestling community engaged and excited about AEW’s future.
