AEW’s Full Gear pay‑per‑view on Saturday turned the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix into a wild spectacle dubbed “Anarchy in the Arena.” The event featured a three‑faction rivalry between The Cut, The Death Riders and The Conglomeration, with a roster that included Jay White, Ace Austin, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn, Clark Connors and David Finlay on one side, and Jon Moxley, Daniel Garcia, Gabe Kidd, Kyle O’Reilly, Roderick Strong and Orange Cassidy on the other.
Go the Gorilla’s surprise appearance
Adding a uniquely local twist, the Phoenix Suns’ mascot Go the Gorilla entered the fray armed with a spray gun. When Austin Gunn demanded the weapon, the mascot refused, instead spraying Gunn and causing him to lose his balance and tumble off the top rope. Colten Gunn, visibly upset, received a similar spray, further disrupting the Death Riders’ momentum.
Action escalates
The chaos continued when Ace Austin delivered a round‑house kick to the mascot, ending its brief assistance to The Death Riders and The Conglomeration. The match also featured a high‑energy entrance by Connors, who set a whisky‑filled table on fire on the ramp, only to have Finlay powerbomb Kidd through the burning table, removing him from contention.
Despite assistance from Wheeler Yuta, Claudio Castagnoli, Marina Shafir and Willow Nightingale, The Cut maintained the upper hand. White executed his signature Bladerunner on a bloodied Moxley and secured the pinfall, delivering the victory to The Cut.
Fans and music fuel the atmosphere
DMX’s “Party Up (Up in Here)” pumped the arena, getting the crowd on its feet. Gabe Kidd was seen dancing around the ring, delivering beatdowns to any member of The Cut who crossed his path. The event’s high‑octane energy underscored AEW’s commitment to delivering memorable, family‑friendly entertainment for the Phoenix community.
While the match concluded with The Cut’s win, the storyline factions appear set to continue their rivalry in the weeks ahead, promising more excitement for local wrestling fans.
What this means for Phoenix fans
Full Gear’s decision to host the event in Phoenix highlights the city’s growing reputation as a hub for major sporting entertainment. The involvement of a beloved local mascot underscores the connection between the Suns organization and the broader sports community, offering a fun, family‑oriented experience that aligns with traditional values and community spirit.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
