The Grizzled Young Veterans, which consists of James Drake and Zack Gibson, will make their AEW debut on Saturday’s episode of Collision.
The tag team signed with WWE in 2018 and became the first-ever UK Tag Team Champions. Last year, they were granted their release, and they joined TNA Wrestling.
You can check out the updated lineup for this week’s episode of AEW Collision below:
* AEW World Heavyweight Champion Swerve Strickland to open the show with a promo.
* AEW Unified Trios Champions Jay White, Austin Gunn & Colten Gunn defend against Darius Martin, Dante Martin & Action Andretti.
* Toni Storm vs. Anna Jay.
* Grizzled Young Veterans (James Drake & Zach Gibson) to debut.
EXCLUSIVE! @Lexynair stands by with a WORLD-RENOWNED tag team set to DEBUT on #AEWCollision… 👀👀👀@ZackGibsonGYV | @JamesDrakePro pic.twitter.com/tsXWiXKcwX
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) April 25, 2024
Grizzled Young Veterans Set to Make AEW Debut on Collision
In an exciting turn of events, the highly acclaimed tag team, Grizzled Young Veterans, is set to make their debut in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) on this week’s episode of Collision. Comprising of James Drake and Zack Gibson, the duo has garnered a significant following and achieved numerous accolades throughout their wrestling career.
The Grizzled Young Veterans initially signed with WWE in 2018 and quickly made an impact by becoming the first-ever UK Tag Team Champions. Their unique blend of technical prowess and hard-hitting style earned them a reputation as one of the most formidable tag teams in the industry. However, last year, they were granted their release from WWE and subsequently joined TNA Wrestling.
Now, fans eagerly anticipate their debut in AEW, as the promotion continues to bolster its roster with top-tier talent. The addition of the Grizzled Young Veterans is expected to inject a new level of excitement and competition into AEW’s tag team division.
The upcoming episode of Collision promises to be action-packed, with several thrilling matches scheduled. AEW World Heavyweight Champion Swerve Strickland will kick off the show with a promo, setting the tone for the evening. Additionally, the AEW Unified Trios Champions, Jay White, Austin Gunn, and Colten Gunn, will defend their titles against Darius Martin, Dante Martin, and Action Andretti.
Another highly anticipated match will feature Toni Storm facing off against Anna Jay. Both competitors are known for their incredible in-ring abilities and charismatic personalities, making this clash a must-watch for fans.
However, all eyes will be on the debut of the Grizzled Young Veterans. A teaser video released by AEW on Twitter has only fueled the excitement surrounding their arrival. Fans are eager to see how they will fare against the talented tag teams already present in AEW, such as The Young Bucks, Jurassic Express, and FTR.
The Grizzled Young Veterans’ debut in AEW marks a significant moment in their careers and signals the promotion’s commitment to showcasing top-tier talent from around the world. As the wrestling landscape continues to evolve, AEW remains at the forefront of providing fans with thrilling matches and captivating storylines.
Be sure to tune in to this week’s episode of Collision to witness the highly anticipated debut of the Grizzled Young Veterans and experience the excitement that AEW brings to the world of professional wrestling.