Kofi remains one-third of the AEW World Trios Champions alongside Austin Creed and Swerve Strickland, but he nearly secured his first singles title at AEW Grand Slam in Paris. Facing Bandido for the ROH World Championship, Kofi came up short, with Bandido emerging victorious. Despite the loss, Kofi expressed appreciation for the enthusiastic French crowd and praised Bandido’s skill via Instagram, calling him “special” and “strong.”
Looking ahead, Kofi will get another shot at Bandido at AEW WrestleDream 2026 on October 17, where his team—including Creed and Strickland—will defend their AEW World Trios Championships against Bandido, Brody King, and Hangman Page in a two-out-of-three falls match. Previously, Strickland and his faction retained their titles against Page and Brody King at AEW All Out 2026, but the former champions are eager to reclaim their gold.
Bandido’s victory over Kofi marked his 19th successful defense of the ROH World Championship, ranking as the sixth most defenses during a single reign. Should he retain the title on the next episode of AEW Dynamite, Bandido would surpass Jay Lethal’s record of 707 combined days as champion, becoming the longest-reigning Ring of Honor champion in history.
Fan Take: This storyline highlights the intense competition and rising stakes in AEW and ROH, showcasing the blend of veteran talent and new challengers that elevate the sport’s drama and excitement. For fight fans, these high-profile bouts not only promise thrilling in-ring action but also push championship legacies to new heights, keeping the passion for wrestling alive and growing.
Source: www.wrestlinginc.com
