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AEW Expands to Max: A New Era for Wrestling Fans

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has secured a multi-year deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, bringing its flagship shows #AEWDynamite and #AEWCollision to the Max streaming platform starting January 1st, 2025. This strategic move not only continues AEW's presence on traditional cable via TBS and TNT but also introduces live streaming options for fans without cable. Max will also become the home for AEW's extensive content library, featuring events from 2019 onwards, providing fans with access to a rich archive of wrestling history. While the pricing for AEW's pay-per-view events on Max remains undisclosed, it's clear that subscribers will have to pay for these events, contrary to earlier speculation about discounts. This expansion has sparked conversations among the wrestling community regarding streaming quality, international availability, and the depth of historical content now accessible on Max.

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Here are some of the top headlines regarding All Elite Wrestling (AEW) news:

Mercedes Mone vs. Anna Jay: During an episode of AEW Dynamite, Mercedes Mone defended her title against Anna Jay in a match that was widely acclaimed, with fans and commentators noting it as one of the best matches of the year. It highlighted both Mercedes' return to top form and Anna Jay's significant improvement.

Brody King Triumphs on AEW Rampage: On AEW Rampage, Brody King defeated Komander, earning three points and leading the Gold League in the AEW Continental Classic. The event also featured a tag team match where Konosuke Takeshita and Brian Cage overcame Powerhouse Hobbs and Mark Davis, showcasing intense physical exchanges.

AEW Streaming on Max: Starting January 1st, 2025, AEW's weekly shows, AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision, will be available for live streaming on Max, alongside their traditional cable broadcasts on TBS and TNT. This move aims to broaden AEW's audience, with Max also hosting AEW's entire content library.

AEW's $2 Billion Valuation: AEW has now been valued at over $2 billion, making it the third most valuable combat sports company globally. This has led to mixed reactions, with some celebrating the growth while others question the company's financial stability and operational decisions.
FTR's Vengeance: FTR announced they would confront the Death Riders at the upcoming Fight for the Fallen event on January 1, 2025, despite not being medically cleared. There's speculation that Adam Copeland might return to support them.
Toni Storm's Status: Toni Storm is reportedly "All Elite?" again, but there's some ambiguity or twist in her return, as suggested by recent AEW Collision posts.

AEW All Out: Upcoming events like AEW All Out in Chicago, IL, have matches like Mercedes Moné vs. Hikaru Shida for the TBS Championship, adding to the anticipation among fans.

These headlines encapsulate some of the major ongoing narratives and events in AEW, reflecting both in-ring action and broader strategic moves by the promotion.

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AEW: ALL IN LONDON SHATTERS MULTIPLE RECORDS

-- Global Pay-Per-View Event Becomes AEW’s Highest Grossing Event in History and Biggest Pro Wrestling Event Ever Held in Europe

--August 27, 2023 – All Elite Wrestling (AEW) announced tonight that “AEW: All In London” shattered multiple records across the professional wrestling industry. The sold-out event, which was broadcast worldwide, saw 81,035 fans from more than 70 countries converge on Wembley Stadium in London, marking the largest crowd in history to ever attend a pro wrestling event in Europe.

In addition, “AEW: All In London” became AEW’s highest grossing event ever and one of the largest pro wrestling gates of all time, generating more than $10 million.

“‘AEW: All In London’ marked a monumental achievement, and showed the world that AEW is not only here to stay, but also a formidable force worldwide,” said Tony Khan, CEO, GM and Head of Creative of AEW. “This success wouldn’t have been possible without ourincredible roster and talented staff, as well as our colleagues at WBD, who passionately believe in the AEW brand as much as I do, and our amazing partners at Wembley Stadium, Live Nation UK and ITV who worked tirelessly to make this dream a reality.

“Most importantly, we thank AEW’s incredibly loyal fans, many of whom travelled to London from around the world to be part of the event, and have been with us from the beginning. We celebrate this long-awaited moment with all of you and look forward to our return to Wembley Stadium in 2024, where we will once again make history.”As announced during tonight’s event, “AEW: All In London” will return to Wembley Stadium on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Fans can register for additional information on the event by clicking here.

About AEW
Founded by CEO, GM and Head of Creative Tony Khan in 2019, AEW is offering an alternative to mainstream wrestling, with a roster of world-class talent that is injecting new spirit, freshness and energy into the industry. In the U.S., “AEW: Dynamite” airs every Wednesday night on TBS and attracts the youngest wrestling audience on television, the fight-forward “AEW: RAMPAGE” airs every Friday night on TNT, and the new “AEW: Collision” airs every Saturday night on TNT. AEW’s multi-platform content also includes “Being the Elite,” a weekly behind-the-scenes YouTube series, and “AEW Unrestricted,” a weekly podcast series. For more info, check out Twitter.com/AEW; Instagram.com/AEW; YouTube.com/AEW; Facebook.com/AEW.

AEW: ALL IN LONDON AT WEMBLEY STADIUM

AEW’s hugely anticipated UK debut will take place at the iconic Wembley Stadium on Sunday 27th August 2023

AEW’s hugely anticipated UK debut will take place at the iconic Wembley Stadium on Sunday 27th August, marking AEW’s first show outside of North America, and the first time that professional wrestling has taken centre stage at Wembley Stadium in more than 30 years.

AEW: All In London at Wembley Stadium, will be a homecoming for several top stars including AEW Women’s World Champion Jamie Hayter, Saraya, Nigel McGuinness, Pac, Anthony Ogogo and more to be announced.

Tickets for “AEW: All In London at Wembley Stadium” go on sale to the general public Friday, May 5 at 9 a.m. BST. Fans in the UK can pre-register for early access to event tickets by clicking here. Pre-registered access and priority presales will take place prior to the general on-sale date.

“The UK is one of the most important markets in professional wrestling, and AEW is coming in hot as the number one wrestling company in the UK on television,” said Tony Khan. “We love the concept of wrestling in non-traditional venues as we’ve done with Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City and the upcoming Calgary Stampede in Canada. We wanted our debut in London to be epic in scale, and there’s no better venue than Wembley Stadium to deliver what I know will be one of the greatest events in AEW’s history. This April also marks 100 years of Warner Bros. and 100 years of Wembley Stadium – it’s a fitting time to come together for ‘AEW: All In London at Wembley Stadium.’

AEW returns coming up May - June 2023

Miro, Thunder Rosa and CM Punk (maybe)

Miro has been off television due to a combination of AEW having nothing for him and his rejection of their plans for him to put over Adam Page. Nevertheless, it is known he is fit and healthy and ready to return to the ring imminently. However, the same can’t be said for Rosa, who has been out of action with a severe back injury that forced her to vacate the AEW Women’s Championship last September.

Punk is understood to have a return match with long time rival Samoa Joe.and this could be ideal for AEW’s upcoming Collision show on Saturday nights,

LEGENDARY BOXER MIKE TYSON RETURNS TO AEW THIS FRIDAY ON AEW: RAMPAGE
-- AEW: Rampage Airs Live from Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City,
(All Elite Wrestling)

Where Tyson First Fought in 1987 --

Nov. 2, 2022 – Ahead of this Friday’s action-packed “AEW: Rampage,” AEW announced that boxing legend Mike Tyson will serve as a special guest commentator on the show, which will air live on TNT from Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ. No stranger to AEW, Friday’s appearance marks Tyson’s fifth for the red-hot promotion, having first appeared at AEW’s DOUBLE OR NOTHING pay-per-view in 2020.

Since then, Tyson has served as both friend and foe to Chris Jericho in AEW. On the May 27, 2020, episode of “AEW: Dynamite,” Tyson, alongside MMA superstars Henry Cejudo, Rashad Evans and Vitor Belfort, confronted Jericho and the Inner Circle, clashing at the end of the show. Tyson returned less than a year later, aiding Jericho and the Inner Circle in their feud against MJF and The Pinnacle. Tyson also served as the special guest enforcer during a match between Jericho and Dax Harwood, delivering a one-punch knockout to Cash Wheeler in the process.

Tyson has made history numerous times in Atlantic City at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, holding victories over Tyrell Biggs, Larry Holmes, Michael Spinks, Carl Williams and Alex Stewart at the iconic venue. Now, 25 years after first stepping foot in Boardwalk Hall, Tyson’s latest appearance leaves potential for another history-making moment.

“We love having Mike Tyson on our shows and now fans will get a chance to see a different side of Mike in AEW as he steps into our commentary booth for the first time alongside the incredible team of Jim Ross, Excalibur and Tony Schiavone,” said Tony Khan, CEO, GM and Head of Creative of AEW. “I’m excited for everyone in Atlantic City, and for those watching on TNT and around the world, to see what Mike has in store for us. AEW is firing on all cylinders right now and adding Iron Mike to the mix elevates everyone’s game even further.”

“It’s always good to return to Atlantic City,” said Mike Tyson. “I grew up as a wrestling fan so to be a special guest commentator for AEW this Friday is an honor. You never know what to expect when I’m a special guest so tune in.”

Also announced for Friday’s “AEW: Rampage” is the All-Atlantic City Dream Match, where the winner of tonight’s three-way matchup for the AEW All Atlantic Championship between Orange Cassidy (c), Luchasaurus and Rey Fénix will get to face the challenger of their choosing. Tune into “AEW: Dynamite” on TBS tonight at 8 p.m. ET to catch the action leading into Friday’s “AEW: Rampage” on TNT.

Tickets for Friday’s show in Atlantic City at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall start at $20 (plus fees) and are on sale now at AEWTIX.com

About AEW

Founded by CEO, GM and Head of Creative Tony Khan in 2019, AEW is offering an alternative to mainstream wrestling, with a roster of world-class talent that is injecting new spirit, freshness and energy into the industry. “AEW: Dynamite” airs every Wednesday from 8-10 p.m. ET on TBS and attracts the youngest wrestling audience on television. The fight-forward show “AEW: Rampage” airs every Friday from 10-11 p.m. ET on TNT. AEW’s multi-platform content also includes “AEW Dark” and “AEW Dark: Elevation,” two weekly professional wrestling YouTube series, “Being the Elite,” a weekly behind-the-scenes YouTube series, and “AEW Unrestricted,” a weekly podcast series. For more info, check out Twitter.com/AEW; Instagram.com/AEW; YouTube.com/AEW; Facebook.com/AEW

About Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall

Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall is a multi-purpose facility located on the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk and features the 141,000-square-foot main arena with a capacity of 14,770 seats as well as the 23,100-square-foot Adrian Phillips Theater with a capacity of 3,200. Constructed in 1929 as the country’s original convention center, for 93 years Boardwalk Hall has dazzled guests and residents of Atlantic City with legendary stage icons such as Elton John, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, and the Beatles.

Chris Jericho Reportedly Had Strong Words for CM Punk After AEW All Out Fight - October 28th, 2022

ROH World Champion Chris Jericho reportedly had choice words for CM Punk following the backstage incident at AEW All Out last month.

A new report from Fightful Select notes that Jericho approached Punk following the brawl, unhappy with how things went, and the nature of the post-show media scrum. Jericho reportedly told Punk that he was a cancer to the locker room, and a detriment to AEW, according to multiple sources including some close to Punk.

It was noted that Punk essentially told Jericho it wasn’t his business, and he needed to leave.

Shortly after the Jericho – Punk confrontation, Jericho joined AEW President Tony Khan at the media scrum. He also held lead the talent meeting in the days that followed, and was recently signed to a significant contract extension that saw him take on additional responsibilities.

Jericho was heavily lauded by AEW sources for his resolve and demeanor in stepping up during the media scrum right after the incident went down.

It was recently reported that former AEW Producer Ace Steel was let go from the company due to his role in the brawl, while Punk remains suspended amid rumors of a contract buy-out. You can click here for new details on the incident from Punk’s camp. AEW Executive Vice Presidents Kenny Omega and The Young Bucks have been suspended, but were all backstage at AEW Dynamite this week. AEW confirmed their upcoming returns with a vignette that aired, seen here.

It’s believed that Punk will not return to AEW. He and Jericho did commentary together on AEW Rampage, but never got the chance to rekindle their rivalry from WWE in the AEW ring.

Tony Khan will make a rare appearance tonight for his massive announcement during AEW Dynamite - March 2, 2022
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Tony Khan said on Busted Open Radio that he will be appearing live on tonight’s AEW Dynamite to make his massive announcement.

Khan noted that this would only be the second time that he’s appeared on Dynamite and he doesn’t want to make this a habit. The other time when Khan appeared on AEW television was during the Brodie Lee tribute show in December 2020.

Khan has said that nobody knows what he is going to announce and he has indicated that this will be on the level of “The First Dance” announcement that featured the debut of CM Punk.

There are many people speculating that this could be a major streaming deal or perhaps, the purchase of the ROH library. Whatever it is, all of the speculation will be put to rest tonight on Dynamite.

Announced for tonight:

– AEW World Champion Hangman Adam Page, John Silver and Alex Reynolds vs. Adam Cole and ReDRagon
– Casino Tag Team Royale – winner will be in the AEW World Tag Team Title match at Revolution on Sunday
– AEW Women’s World Champion Dr. Britt Baker, DMD and Jamie Hayter vs. Thunder Rosa and Mercedes Martinez
– Tony Khan’s major announcement

(WrestlingNews.com)

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'They should move to any other night, get away from us' - Chris Jericho slams WWE with a bold statement - 4th September 2020

"They lost! There's nothing wrong with conceiting defeat and moving to a different night." Chris Jericho had a lot more to say.

There are rumors about WWE possibly moving NXT to a different night.

AEW Dynamite and NXT have aired on different days for the past few weeks. As expected, the results have been quite positive for both companies. Both shows have drawn huge numbers without any competition, and there is also talk about NXT possibly moving out from the Wednesday slot. Chris Jericho, who has always been on the offensive when it comes to AEW's ratings victories over WWE, has sent another bold message to the WWE.

During a recent appearance on the Busted Open radio show, the Demo God addressed the rumors of WWE contemplating a change of day for NXT.

Chris Jericho said that he wasn't surprised that the WWE was planning on retreating from the Wednesday Night Wars. The AEW Superstar sent a direct message to his former employers that they should move to another night. Chris Jericho felt that WWE had a great program, and their spiteful tactic of going up against AEW was only hurting NXT's ratings.

Chris Jericho says WWE should just conceit defeat

Chris Jericho declared that AEW isn't going anywhere and that Dynamite would continue to beat NXT. Jericho felt that WWE retreating is the right move from a business standpoint. 'Le Champion' isn't bothered about NXT breaching the 800k or 900k barriers as he and AEW are focussed on getting over the 1 million mark. He also spoke about the importance of the 18-49 demographic.

Chris Jericho said that the WWE lost, and there is nothing wrong for them to conceit defeat. The former AEW World Champion concluded by proclaiming that no one can stop All Elite Wrestling.

Here's Chris Jericho's full statement on the rumors of WWE moving to another night and the ongoing ratings war:

"Once again, it was never a war for me. This is a war that was thrust upon us by a company that is very petty and very spiteful, and we know the reason why NXT was moved to Wednesday nights. To mess with us. We get it. We pay attention to what we are doing. We don't care what they're doing, and we have no interest in it. If you watch us, you get the ratings, where we beat them week after week. We beat them in the demos where people think it's jokes. The only thing that matters is the TV networks and advertisers that listed the 18-49 demo. Look it up. We win every week. They should retreat. They should move to any other night. Get away from us! You guys got a great program, and it's good; why would you want to sacrifice your own ratings just to be spiteful and petty to go head to head with AEW? We're not going anywhere and put on anything you want - we'll continue to beat you. It is a retreat, but it's also the right move from a business standpoint. Get your head out of your rear end and just worry about your product the same way we worry about ours. If they move to Tuesday, smart move. That way, you guys can get your 850 thousand, 900 thousand. Whatever! Get 10 million viewers. Congratulations! Let us do our thing, and we'll get over a million. I think it's a smart move business-wise on theirs. They lost! There's nothing wrong with conceiting defeat, moving to a different night, and worrying about your show and not worrying about going head to head with AEW because you can't stop us." H/t WrestlingInc

While Chris Jericho is just doing his job of putting over AEW, many fans would argue that both shows airing on different nights would be the right decision as they can watch both shows. The ratings and viewership figures from the past few weeks have proven that putting out shows on separate days could be ideal for moving forward.

Also, don't forget to check out the latest interview from Sportskeeda in which our very own Gary Cassidy caught up with Chris Jericho. The legendary star discussed a plethora of topics, including the possibility of Brock Lesnar coming to AEW, the origins of his nickname, Jon Moxley, Orange Cassidy, and much more.

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