Tommaso Ciampa captured the TNT Championship in his AEW Collision debut on January 31, 2026, defeating Mark Briscoe in a brutal title match. This instant gold win positions Ciampa as a top AEW contender amid rising midcard storylines.
Tommaso Ciampa AEW Debut and Background
Ciampa debuted on AEW Dynamite earlier that week before stepping into his first official match on Collision against TNT Champion Mark Briscoe. The bout escalated into a hard-hitting war, with Briscoe rallying fans despite absorbing punishment like multiple Psycho Drillers from Ciampa.
Ciampa remained methodical, countering Briscoe's comebacks to maintain control. He joins Mercedes Moné as one of only two wrestlers to win AEW gold in their in-ring debut, drawing massive crowd chants and commentary praise for the historic feat.
Key Moments in Ciampa vs. Briscoe TNT Title Match
The physicality intensified quickly: Briscoe fought valiantly but couldn't overcome Ciampa's precision. The finish came via a German Suplex into a devastating running knee strike, securing Ciampa's pinfall victory and the TNT Championship.
Post-match, Kyle Fletcher emerged, staring down the new champ without words—signaling an imminent challenge. This sets up explosive TNT title defenses as AEW's midcard heats up.
Impact of Ciampa's TNT Championship Win on AEW
Ciampa's reign opens doors for fresh rivalries, potentially testing him against Fletcher soon. Fans and analysts see this as a game-changer, boosting Collision viewership and AEW's 2026 momentum.
Ciampa debuted on AEW Dynamite earlier that week before stepping into his first official match on Collision against TNT Champion Mark Briscoe. The bout escalated into a hard-hitting war, with Briscoe rallying fans despite absorbing punishment like multiple Psycho Drillers from Ciampa.
Ciampa remained methodical, countering Briscoe's comebacks to maintain control. He joins Mercedes Moné as one of only two wrestlers to win AEW gold in their in-ring debut, drawing massive crowd chants and commentary praise for the historic feat.
Key Moments in Ciampa vs. Briscoe TNT Title Match
The physicality intensified quickly: Briscoe fought valiantly but couldn't overcome Ciampa's precision. The finish came via a German Suplex into a devastating running knee strike, securing Ciampa's pinfall victory and the TNT Championship.
Post-match, Kyle Fletcher emerged, staring down the new champ without words—signaling an imminent challenge. This sets up explosive TNT title defenses as AEW's midcard heats up.
Impact of Ciampa's TNT Championship Win on AEW
Ciampa's reign opens doors for fresh rivalries, potentially testing him against Fletcher soon. Fans and analysts see this as a game-changer, boosting Collision viewership and AEW's 2026 momentum.
