Motor City Machine Guns sign with AEW during Collision in Detroit
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:25 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Motor City Machine Guns, Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley, made their AEW official debut on July 30, 2026, during the AEW Collision episode in Detroit, Michigan. Following the expiration of their non-compete clauses with WWE, they addressed the enthusiastic local crowd, announcing their signing with the promotion. Both wrestlers expressed pride in representing their hometown and excitement about joining AEW. The duo previously appeared in AEW at All Out 2022 but are now committed to the roster, aiming to capture more titles in their storied careers.
- •Sabin and Shelley debut on AEW Collision in Detroit
- •Both wrestlers recently became free agents from WWE
- •They previously competed in AEW during All Out 2022
- •The crowd welcomed them with chants of 'Motor City'
- •They aim to win AEW championships in the future
- 12:25 AMWrestling Inc — Motor City Machine Guns Arrive On AEW Collision, Announce They've Signed
"After months of speculation and rumors, the Motor City Machine Guns have officially signed with AEW.
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