Jon Moxley’s 11-Hour Journey to AEW Dynamite Amid Severe Weather Crisis

One Big Thing

AEW World Champion Jon Moxley drove approximately 11 hours to reach Omaha for tonight’s AEW Dynamite, demonstrating extraordinary commitment amid severe blizzard conditions that disrupted air travel.

Why It Matters

The weather crisis threatened to derail a major championship defense, highlighting the dedication of wrestlers to fulfill their commitments to fans and the company.

Key Details

• Severe blizzard conditions in Omaha, NE affected travel plans for AEW talent
• About 10% of scheduled performers faced travel difficulties
• Tony Khan confirmed the show will proceed as planned
• Moxley’s opponent, Cope, also confirmed his arrival in Omaha

Direct Quotes

Bryan Alvarez (Wrestling Observer Live): “Several individuals that were supposed to fly in couldn’t, so they drove in… Jon Moxley’s one of the people that drove like 11 hours to get to the building.”

Cope: “I’m here in Omaha because I’m a goddamn pro… A blizzard was not gonna keep a Canadian from taking the AEW World Championship.

Tonight’s Card

• AEW World Championship Street Fight: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Cope
• TBS Championship: Mercedes Mone (c) vs. Billie Starkz

What’s Next?

With both champion and challenger now in Omaha, fans can expect the scheduled Street Fight to proceed as planned, potentially under unique circumstances given the weather conditions.

What do you think about wrestlers going to such extreme lengths to make it to shows? Share your thoughts in the comments below.