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Episode 492: Tony's Forbidden Door Preview
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- What Happened When
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- Jun 24, 2026
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- 4726
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Summary
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson get you ready for one of the biggest events of the summer as they preview AEW's upcoming Forbidden Door pay-per-view! Tony shares his thoughts on the highly anticipated card, the unique partnership between AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling, and what fans should be watching for when the Forbidden Door swings open once again. But that's not all! The guys also take a deep dive into two of the most unforgettable battles in Forbidden Door history. First, they revisit the dream match that captivated the wrestling world: Bryan Danielson vs. Kazuchika Okada from Forbidden Door 2023. Tony and Conrad break down the technical masterpiece, Danielson's shocking submission victory, and the lasting impact of one of the most anticipated matches of the modern era. Then, the conversation turns to the absolute mayhem of the Lights Out Steel Cage Match from Forbidden Door 2025 featuring Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Will Ospreay, Darby Allin, and Hiroshi Tanahashi against Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, The Young Bucks, and Gabe Kidd. From the emotional Golden Lovers reunion to Tanahashi's heroic moment and the brutal post-match assault that stunned fans worldwide, Tony relives all the chaos, carnage, and unforgettable moments from one of the wildest matches in Forbidden Door history. Plus, Tony and Conrad tackle the latest news and notes from across the wrestling world, share plenty of laughs, and deliver the hilarious banter that has made What Happened When a fan favorite for years. THIS WEEKS SPONSORS BLUECHEW - When you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third FREE with promo code WHW. You will also receive an additional 10% OFF + Free overnight shipping on your first order. Visit http://BlueChew.com for mor…