In the latest edition of Tony Khan’s Big Book of Wrestling Surprises, AEW is reportedly considering unifying the AEW International Championship and the AEW Continental Championship—because if there’s one thing AEW loves, it’s a good ol’ fashioned title consolidation. And what better way to do it than by rekindling one of wrestling’s greatest rivalries?
According to Fightful Select, AEW has been tossing around ideas behind the scenes for a unification match. And the rumored plan? A Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada showdown, potentially set in motion once Omega defeats Konosuke Takeshita for the International Title. Now, let’s take a moment to process that. Omega. Okada. AEW ring. Unification stakes. Somewhere, a New Japan fan just fainted.
Omega vs. Okada: The Rivalry That Defined a Generation
For those unfamiliar (or in need of a refresher), Omega and Okada’s rivalry in NJPW is the stuff of legend. Their last one-on-one encounter in 2018 was a two-out-of-three falls match that lasted over an hour—longer than most people’s patience for AEW’s post-show media scrums. Omega won that legendary bout, but they haven’t clashed in singles competition since. AEW has yet to pull the trigger on a rematch, but if these rumors hold weight, it looks like that moment might finally be coming.
The Current Title Landscape
- Konosuke Takeshita has held the International Championship since October, defeating Will Ospreay at WrestleDream.
- Kazuchika Okada has reigned as Continental Champion since March 2024, after defeating Eddie Kingston.
- Kenny Omega has never held the International Title but is currently feuding with Takeshita and is set to challenge him at Revolution.
Unification: A Done Deal or Just Fantasy Booking?
AEW’s mid-card title scene has been a bit crowded lately, and a unification match would help streamline things. While nothing is officially confirmed, multiple pitches have been made in recent months, and with Omega locked in a battle with Takeshita, the pieces are definitely falling into place.
Whether AEW actually pulls the trigger or this remains a fever dream for wrestling purists, one thing is clear: if we get Omega vs. Okada in an AEW ring, Twitter/X might actually explode. Stay tuned.