Felix Upton on December 6, 2025
During the December 6 edition of AEW Collision, it was announced that Allin has been pulled from the 2025 tournament due to injury. A promo aired confirming the news, with Allin addressing his removal and revealing that Jack Perry would be taking his place in the Gold League.
“The AEW doctor is taking me out of this Continental Classic, which is fine. If you want to save Darby from Darby, that’s fine. I don’t give a sht. I hear Jack Perry’s taking my spot. I’ve never seen eye to eye Jack Perry, but if you’re taking my spot, man, just go on. Win the whole thing. I hope you do.”*
Allin was injured during his November 26 match on Dynamite against Kevin Knight. The injuries were legitimate and not part of a storyline. He was hospitalized afterward and had been under evaluation since. As confirmed by Wrestling Observer Radio, Allin has since been discharged and is recovering at home, but wasn’t cleared to continue competing.
“He was in the hospital for a while, but they did clear him because he ended up going home. So he can travel. He’s out of the hospital,” said Bryan Alvarez. “The impression I was given was they’re going to find out more on Collision.”
With Allin officially removed, Jack Perry now enters the Gold League, joining Kazuchika Okada, Kyle Fletcher, PAC, “Speedball” Mike Bailey, and Kevin Knight. As of December 3, Fletcher led the block with 6 points, Okada had 3, and Allin sat at 0 after his loss to Knight.
How AEW handles Perry’s tournament score remains to be seen—whether he inherits Allin’s record or starts from scratch. Either way, the dynamic of the Gold League has changed in a big way.
Do you think Jack Perry will make the most of this opportunity? Was pulling Darby the right call? Let us know your take in the comments.
December 6, 2025 8:39 pm
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