Empire State Wrestling presents 'Everything To Gaine 2026' at Buffalo RiverWorks

Featuring former WWE & AEW stars

Empire State Wrestling press release & graphic

Empire State Wrestling (ESW) announced “ESW Everything To Gaine 2026,” taking place Friday, July 31, at Buffalo RiverWorks. The event will feature a massive lineup of local favorites, international wrestling stars, and a special tribute to late ESW star Anthony Gaines.

Held rain or shine on RiverWorks' covered outdoor rink, the action-packed evening promises major returns, exciting debuts, and high-stakes match-ups. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with the event officially kicking off at 7 p.m.

Event highlights and featured talent include:

•The Butcher & The Blade vs. Miracle Generation: The acclaimed former All Elite Wrestling (AEW) tag team is coming home to Buffalo, returning to ESW action for the first time in over six years. They will face one of the hottest tag teams on the independent wrestling scene today in Miracle Generation.

•Mance Warner vs. Channing Decker: The current undisputed IWTV Independent Wrestling Television world champion and Ring of Honor (ROH) star "The Southern Psycho" Mance Warner returns to face off against "Hardcore" Channing Decker.

•Paul London's ESW debut: Former WWE tag team and cruiserweight champion Paul London will make his highly anticipated first appearance in an ESW ring.

•The third annual “Everything To Gaine Rumble”: A 25-entrant, over-the-top-rope battle royal honoring the legacy of late ESW star Gaines (1993-2024). The winner will earn a coveted ESW heavyweight championship title shot at “WrestleBash XVI.” Entrants already announced include "The Native Wolf" Groff and "V Guy" Vaughn Vertigo.

•Spencer Slade vs. Tarik: Current Ilio DiPaolo Memorial Cup holder and National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) world junior heavyweight champion will lock horns with Canada's own Tarik.

•Championship appearances: ESW heavyweight champion Gregory Iron and ESW women's champion Christina Marie are scheduled to appear, alongside many more reveals to come. Stay tuned to ESW's social media accounts for further announcements and rumble entrants.

"We are incredibly excited to bring this caliber of talent to Buffalo RiverWorks and to honor the memory of Anthony Gaines with the third annual rumble," ESW owner Brett Stymus said. "With The Butcher & The Blade returning home and Paul London making his debut, this is going to be an unforgettable night for Buffalo wrestling fans."

Tickets for “Everything To Gaine 2026” are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.ESWTIX.com. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early as all premium seating is nearly sold out. Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are available at www.ESWWrestling.com. Follow ESW on all major social media platforms @eswwrestling.