Matt and Nick Jackson have beaten Adam Copeland and Christian Cage to win the AEW Tag Team Championship, and they did it the hard way — in a three-way ladder match at All Out. The win ends Copeland and Cage’s reign after 125 days, and it marks the Bucks’ fourth title run in the promotion.
The match was a test of wills, and it featured some of the most dangerous spots in modern wrestling. Ladders were thrown everywhere, tables were broken, and bodies were strewn across the floor. The Bucks came out on top, and they now hold the most tag team titles in AEW history.
The Return to the Fray
Before All Out, the Bucks faced Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler, known collectively as FTR. The trio returned to the fray at All In, setting the stage for the main event at All Out. The rules were simple: the Bucks defended the titles against FTR in a three-way ladder match.
That format meant three teams competing for two sets of championship belts. The winner had to climb to the top of the tallest ladder and secure the titles. It was a brutal proposition, and the match delivered on that promise from the first bell.
The Opening Spot
The match started with a sequence that felt like a throwback to the Bucks’ early days. Harwood and Copeland met at the top of a ladder set up perpendicular to the ropes. Harwood executed a suplex, sending Copeland crashing onto the ladder below.
Then Cage and Wheeler made their move. They climbed to the top turnbuckles and each hit a big splash on Harwood and Copeland, respectively. The crowd reacted immediately, and the match had barely begun.
The Table Spot
The action spilled outside the ring. Wheeler was sent flying through a table from the ring onto the floor. Matt Jackson placed Harwood onto a table next, and Nick Jackson hit a 450 splash onto the competitor.
It was a brutal sequence, and it set the tone for the rest of the match. The Bucks were willing to take damage to win, and the crowd responded with loud cheers.
The Climax
Minutes later, the match reached its peak. Each wrestler climbed to the top of a tall ladder, with Harwood and Copeland sprawled across tables on the floor. The Bucks hit an elbow drop and a splash in quick succession.
Wheeler was in the ring watching it all unfold. He saw an opportunity to hit a suicide dive through the middle of the ladder and onto Cage.
Who Wanted It More
The match came down to who wanted it more. The Bucks survived a Shatter Machine from FTR. Then Matt and Nick Jackson climbed to the top of the ladder and captured the title belts.
It was a dominant finish, and it capped a match that had been full of wild moments. The crowd erupted as the Bucks celebrated their return to the top of the division.
A Reign That Stands Alone
The Bucks have now won the AEW Tag Team Championship four times. That makes them the team with the most tag team titles in AEW history. Their previous title run came at Dynasty in April 2024, when they won the titles for the first time.
Their win also ended Copeland and Cage’s reign at 125 days. That is a significant accomplishment for any team, but it is especially notable for a group that has been around as long as the Bucks.
The New Champions
The new champions will seemingly take on Kevin Knight and Kyle Fletcher first. That matchup sets up a fresh chapter for the title, and it gives fans another reason to tune in.
The Bucks have proven they can still compete at the highest level. This win shows that they remain one of the most dangerous teams in the business.
The Numbers Behind the Story
- Title reign: Fourth for the Young Bucks
- Days of Copeland and Cage’s reign: 125
- Last title win: April 2024 at Dynasty
- Match type: Three-way ladder match
- New champions: Matt and Nick Jackson
Comparing the Teams
| Team | Members | Notable Match | Title Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Bucks | Matt and Nick Jackson | Dynasty (April 2024) | Four reigns |
| FTR | Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler | All Out ladder match | Not specified |
| Copeland and Cage | Adam Copeland and Christian Cage | 125-day reign | One reign |
Our View
The match was everything a ladder match should be. It was exciting, it was dangerous, and it had spots that will be talked about for years. The Bucks earned the win by being the hungriest team in the ring.
They have the most titles in AEW history, and they just added another one to their collection. This win proves that the Bucks are still one of the best tag teams in the business.
Source material: “The Young Bucks make AEW history with victory in three-way ladder match at All Out,” Fox News.
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