[7.0] "Wenn du zu Beginn einfach mal feinste Tag Team Action zwischen dem Combat Club und FTR bekommst dann kann die Show schon nicht so schlecht werden. Wirklich ein fantastischer Opener und auch mein MOTN. Castagnoli und Yuta würde ich wirklich gerne mal mit einem Run auf die Tag Titles sehen. Das würde richtig gutes Matches geben. Book it Tony. Statlander gegen Renegade leider viel zu kurz, aber um Statlander weiter zu festigen noch ok. Rhodes gegen TV war leider nichts. Gefühlt ein WWE Match im Jahr..keine Ahnung. Hat mir aber so gar nichts gegeben. Da war wirklich der Squash der Athletes danach besser als das Match zwischen den beiden Veteranen. Storm gegen Frost war vollkommen ok. Solides Match der beiden. Mayfairs wird sich gefreut haben über die Chance. Solides Match mit Garcia. Wenn man die Show dann noch mit einem guten Match zwischen Cassidy und O'Reilly abschließt ist auch vieles zwischendurch egal. Die beiden guten Matches reißen es halt nach oben raus."
[7.0] "This was a solid episode, even though I fell like nothing actually happened here. The Blackpool Combat Club and FTR got the match of the Night out of the way right off the bat, with a time limit draw that left me wanting more. We then got the first squash of the night as Kris Statlander beat Robyn Renegade. Dustin Rhodes and Johnny TV had a match that managed to be both better and worse than I expected. We got the second squash of the night with the Premier Athletes, who I had forgotten existed, going over Dante Leon and Trip Jordy. Toni Storm and Lady Frost had a very good match, followed by yet another squash as Daniel Garcia beat Tate Mayfairs. Finally, Orange Cassidy and Kyle O'Reilly had a fantastic match."
[6.0] "Collision hat erneut eine richtig starken Opener und einen richtig starken Main Event, jedoch auch etwas Leerlauf dazwischen. Opener war großartiges Tag Team Wrestling mit einem Aftermath mit Brandon Cutler, den ich aber nicht gebraucht habe. Der Main Event ist ebenfalls klasse und führt die zugrunde liegenden Storys entsprechend weiter. Ich mag es auch, dass Daniel Garcia ein Match hatte aber es ist halt auch nur ein Squash, gleiches gilt für Statlander, wobei das bei ihr mehr Sinn gemacht hat, um ihren neuen Charakter zu präsentieren, welcher mit bisher echt gut gefällt. Rhodes vs. Johnny TV war richtiger Müll, was ein schlechtes Match. Der Rest war okay. Ich muss aber sagen. dass mir nur ein guter Opener und guter Main Event irgendwie nicht reicht, wenn alles dazwischen halt eher meh ist, lande dann dich wieder bei 6 Punkten."
[6.0] "Hard to for me to rate this any lower because there were two really good matches on the card, but I just didn't care for most of the booking for this show. Two matches with nothing at stake going 20 minutes felt a bit much to me, the stories being told didn't interest me, and the squash match formula has gotten super repetitive at this point. If it weren't for the match quality, I'd definitely be rating this show a 5. [MOTN: Kyle O'Reilly vs. Orange Cassidy]"
[4.0] "Heatless epics broken up with squash matches and other low-stakes matches between. It doesn't feel like there's anything at stake at all on this show and there's still a time limit draw. A time limit draw in a match of no consequence. That's Collision all over. O'Reilly seems to have fallen into the heatless epic slot Copeland had. That main event really had me wondering if I should be doing something else, but I don't think it's all down to the match itself despite its absolute lack of heat. A really draining episode for me. I could barely wait for it to end."
[8.0] "Really enjoyed this episode of Collision. Two of my biggest problems with AEW have been the lack of mid-carders fighting each other and in-ring promos. Both this weeks Dynamite and this episode of Collision have helped with those problems. Matches like Orange Cassidy vs Kyle O'Reilly are what this company need a lot more of. Two guys the crowd enjoy just getting time to have a great match and with the direction both characters are going there's even doubt on which one will end up winning. FTR vs BCC is another great example, this is billed as where the best wrestle so having two of the best tag teams go out there and show it is great. The Dustin vs Johnny TV match was pretty bad but the after match promo did a great job of building excitement for Dustin vs Jack Perry and Toni entering Mariah into the Owen in front of the crowd really helps build a connection for the audience. The Samoa Joe/Hook/Shibata paring has been hilarious so far and I'm looking forward to seeing more of them. Looks like the Owen is going to be full of talent as well. The stuff in the middle could have been a bit more interesting but this week more than normal it all felt like it was in service of building things and not just randomly thrown together so hopefully with time that stuff pays off. Would love more episode of Collision like this one."
[9.0] "A phenomenal episode of Collision bookended by two matches that represent what Collision is all about. This show also really fleshed out undercard stories particularly around the womens division. Kris Statlanders new heel persona looks like it has promise and Willow seems to have been elevated following her loss to Mercedes. The opener was the kind of wrestling I watch AEW for and I love it when I cant pick a winner so the time limit draw was a legitimately cool surprise. I also enjoyed Samoa Joe and Hook having a Pulp Fiction dynamic with Shibata being behind the camera. Overall enjoyable experience and an easy watch."
[8.0] "What do you know, it's another solid Collision. Honestly, I think it's even more consistent than Dynamite. Brilliant book-ends in FTR vs BCC and OC vs KOR, and while the Dustin and Toni matches were just OK, in my opinion, I cant begrudge them too much as the matches were actually just window dressing for the story beats. Not every match on TV can burn the house down, and Ill gladly take seven or eight minutes of going through the motions if it leads somewhere. And really, that's what tonight was all about, in a way: all of tonight's matches - even the squashes - were either preceded, followed, or sandwiched by logical story progression. The internet meme of AEW being unable to tell a story (although I honestly don't know what the groupthink is now: it was "AEW has no stories" around the Continental Classic; but then "too many stories" around Double or Nothing. But I digress.) is surely belied by just a cursory glance at the product. The past few months have been about "restoring the feeling" after a rocky period post-All In, and I daresay theyre back on the road again."
[7.0] "Opening match was an absolutely belter. BCC and FTR doing what they do best. Out of nowhere banger I look forward to seeing the next one. Stokely and Stat presentation excellent, match was fine and did what it was supposed to do. Kyle and roddy back stage was who cares, unless it leads to a Kyle heel turn and the U.K getting serious. Dustin and Jonny was really not good. Shame. The segment after was bang average. ZSJ segment good, a nice introduction package. The Premier Athletes squash match was a total waste of time. Why even bother? ! Scorpio Sky is joining Jericho isnt he. Just awful. Toni vs Lady Frost was fine. Decent offence and an engaged crowd. Decent promo at the end that sets up MM getting her match at All In. Cant wait. Lee M and top flight promo. Bit wooden, and if Lee doesnt win itll be a disgrace. I said what I said. Joe and Hook batter the Premier Athletes. Much better use of hook and this is what should have been happening before he got dragged into the Jericho sh*t show. Good segment. Daniel Garcia and Tate Mayfairs. Jobber matchAnother one. Nice finish though. Danny needed another finisher. Still over with the crowd. Another solid video for CMLLs Xeuxis. Tony and Nigel ran through some upcoming matches, lots of bangers soon. Orange Cassidy with a serious promo, probably one of his best and was short enough to keep it interesting. Also good to see him return to his original entrance music. KOR VS OC: kyle hasnt skipped a beat since the second he returned. This was a really good technical and hard hitting match with elements of fun as well. More of this for OC would not be an unwelcome change. The stuff with the Undi Kingdom is a bit weird, but Ill let it breathe. The match had the whole crowd buzzing, shame to Orange punch at the end missed by about 12 feet. The camera should have cut to a wide shot. Cant believe they made KOR eat another pin. Its ridiculous, there is money in this guy. The aftermath was alright, but probably not needed to be honest. Tony Khan, I dont know if you read these, but for the love of graps, get Ian Riccaboni on as the lead commentator. Tony is just off the pace. Good show overall and a lot of fun!"
"This was my first time attending an AEW live show. Glad they brought a show to the Omaha metro area! The Collision opener with BCC (Claudio & Wheeler) versus FTR (Dax & Cash) was hard-hitting (shatter machine always looks good, big swing into the dropkick, neutralizer, etc.), super entertaining (sharpshooter slap spot, "bald" guy chants, character moments), used ever second they had (didn't have any significant lulls). That tag match made me want more of that storyline. Sadly, that is where the show peaked. I enjoyed Dustin Rhodes vs. Johnny TV (w/ Taya) and seeing two veterans just put in the work. The Toni Storm, Luther, Mariah May act is entertaining! Orange Cassidy is always enjoyable as both a great wrestler and a storyteller. Other than those bright spots, the show was full of "generic good wrestler with no character" acts (Kyle O'Reilly, Daniel Garcia, Tony Nese, Ariya Daivari, Tate Mayfairs, Kris Statlander, Lady Frost). I would watch that tag match on repeat though!"
[8.0] "Really enjoyed this episode, one hell of a first match! I also enjoyed the promos (even Dustins). It is exciting to have the first number of entrants into the Owen in which the finals are only 1 month away. Main event was also kitty, great match with some storyline sprinkled in. Also its nice to see Willow get such a pop, hopefully we see more of her soon!"
[6.0] "Kinda like last week's Collision, this show had a great opener and a great main event but the stuff in the middle wasn't super interesting however there were some interesting updates regarding the Owen Hart's Cup. BCC vs. FTR was a great opening match and the best match of the night. It ended in a time limit draw so FTR wanted 5 more minutes but Brandon Cutler (as the stooge of the YB) denied their request which was interesting. It's obvious the YB don't want any new challengers. Kris Statlander looked good in a showcase against Robyn Renegade. Stokely Hathaway put her over big time in a post-match promo and announcened she is entering the Owen Hart's Cup. Dustin vs. Johnny TV was bad. Dustin, then, challenged Jack Perry to a match next week. Storm vs. Frost was decent and in the post-match Toni said that Mariah was entering the Owen Hart's Cup and she'll be there for her. OC vs. KOR was a really good main event. Best OC match in a while and KOR is on a roll. Beretta, Kyle Fletcher and Statlander attacked OC in the post-match but Willow and KOR came to his aid. Overall: like I said, great opener and really good opener. Stuff in between was skippable. Good show in the end."
[7.0] "Opener ist Mainer war jeweils echt gut und diese sollte man wirklich gesehen haben. Dazwischen gibt's teilweise einiges an Füllmaterial, daher gebe ich hier eine solide 7."
[7.0] "A nice episode of Collision with a good opener and main event, plus Toni Storm in action. A lot of entries into the Owen Hart Cup, and Zack Sabre Jr. challenging Orange Cassidy for Forbidden Door (or "Naughty Door" as he put it). I enjoyed Samoa Joe and Hook's Pulp Fiction parody about the sport of Lacrosse (and Katsuyori Shibata being their accomplice filming it), and Kris Statlander... just Kris Statlander."
[8.0] "Für mich war es eine gute Show. Der Opener war richtig gut und hatte ein interessantes Finish mit dem Time Limit Draw. Der Main Event war ein guter Abschluss der Show und bot auch potentielle neue KOnstellationen und Freundschaften (OC & Kyle O'Reilly? ) was interessant angesichts der vorherigen Segmente war. V.a. weil Roddy weiter an Kyle herumbaggert und nicht ganz Unrecht damit hat, dass Kyle seine Worte nach seiner Rückkehr bisher nicht einlösen konnte. Ansonsten gefielen mir bei der Ausgabe noch die meisten Promos/Segmente in der ersten Stunde echt gut. Dustin's Promo war stark. Das Match gegen Jack Perry bei Dynamite sollte eine klare Sache werden, aber jetzt habe ich richtig Bock darauf. ZSJ fordert OC heraus. Statlander und Willow verkünden ihre Teilnahme am Owen Hart Cup. In der zweiten Stunde verkündete Toni Storm auch noch die Teilnahme von Mariah May. So formt sich das Women's Turnier so langsam und bisher gefällt es mir. Das Video zu Zeuxis fand ich auch noch wichtig, um ihr etwas Profil zu geben. Gut hat mir auch das Backstagesegment mit Joe und HOOK gefallen. Aus einem normalen Gespräch leitet man in einen Backstageangriff der beiden auf die Premier Athletes über. Schöner Übergang und schönes Stilmittel. Das hat mir gefallen. Natürlich gab es bei der Show auch ein paar Schwächen. Statlanders neuer Entrance wirkte gut, aber das neue Theme hat mich auf Anhieb nicht überzeugt. Es gab 1-2 Matches, die ich nicht gebrauch hätte. Allen voran das Match der Premier Athletes, auch wenn ich es verstehen kann, wegen ihrer Fehde mit Joe & HOOK. Shane Taylor Promotions & Top Flight Backstagesegment hat mich auch nicht abgeholt. Das Scorpio Sky Video war solide, aber ich bezweifel, dass man damit irgendwo sinnvoll hinsteuern wird. Insgesamt sind das aber alles eher kleinere Segmente/Videos und Szenen gewesen. Deswegen steht am Ende trotzdem eine gute Ausgabe von Collision."
[7.0] "Eine deutlich bessere Collision Ausgabe als in den letzten 2 Wochen. Vorallem das Tag Team Match im Opener war sehenswert. Main Event und Aftermath gefielen mir auch."
