JBL discusses AAA's competition with AEW this September in Chicago
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
WWE Hall of Famer JBL spoke about the competitive wrestling in Chicago this September. On September 26, WWE x AAA Worlds Collide will take place at Allstate Arena, coinciding with AEW's All Out at NOW Arena, located just 20 minutes away. JBL acknowledged the significance of showcasing AAA's lucha libre in a major U.S. market, emphasizing Chicago's historical importance to wrestling. This marks a notable clash between two once-collaborating promotions, following AAA's acquisition by WWE last year.
- •WWE x AAA Worlds Collide is set for September 26 in Chicago.
- •AEW's All Out will occur the same day at a nearby venue.
- •JBL praised the opportunity for AAA to compete in a major market.
- •The two promotions previously had a working relationship until 2022.
- •WWE acquired AAA last year, enhancing its wrestling portfolio.
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"Once working partners, AEW and AAA will face-off in opposition this September as part of a massive wrestling weekend in Chicago. JBL weighs in on how important this is for AAA.
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