Bandido Defeated Kofi at AEW Grand Slam France
Bandido secured a victory over Kofi in a singles match during the AEW Grand Slam event held in France.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Wrestling
Bandido defeated Kofi in a singles match at AEW Grand Slam France, handing Kofi his first loss within the promotion. The outcome came after a distraction involving Swerve Strickland and Hangman Adam Page.
Why it matters
The result represents a significant shift for Kofi, who had remained undefeated in All Elite Wrestling until this contest. The interference by outside parties highlights the increasing tensions surrounding the current AEW roster.
Bandido secured the win using a running suplex combination after avoiding a Trouble in Paradise kick. Kofi now faces the challenge of rebounding from this first professional loss in the promotion.
The players
Bandido
He is a professional wrestler who competes in All Elite Wrestling.
Kofi
He is a professional wrestler who has been a consistent presence in AEW competition.
Austin Creed
He is a professional wrestler who accompanied Kofi to the ring for the event.
Brody King
He is a professional wrestler who supported Bandido from ringside.
Swerve Strickland
He is a prominent AEW competitor who appeared at ringside during the match.
The details
Bandido successfully executed a corkscrew drop from the top rope to gain momentum against his opponent. The match featured ringside appearances by Swerve Strickland and Hangman Adam Page, whose presence served as a key distraction for Kofi during the final moments of the bout.
Timeline
AEW Grand Slam France took place in October 2026.
Kofi is scheduled to defend his AEW World Trios titles at WrestleDream 2026.
Season Trajectory
This loss marks a turning point for Kofi as he moves toward his upcoming championship defense at WrestleDream 2026. The involvement of other high-profile wrestlers at ringside suggests a broader shift in the competitive hierarchy of the AEW division.
This loss officially breaks Kofi's undefeated streak within the promotion, creating a new dynamic for his upcoming title defense. Fantasy participants should note the increased intervention from external rivals like Swerve Strickland.
The takeaway
Bandido's win serves as a reminder that even undefeated streaks in wrestling are vulnerable to outside interference and strategic distractions. Viewers should anticipate intensified rivalries as the promotion moves toward the WrestleDream 2026 event.
What happens next
Kofi is set to defend the AEW World Trios titles against Bandido and Hangman Adam Page at WrestleDream 2026.
Further reading
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