Khan Declares AEW Home Of The Best After Mania Night One
AEW owner Tony Khan posted minutes after WrestleMania 42 Night One, declaring that AEW is where the best wrestlers perform, a bold post in the wake of Mania.
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Khan Capitalizes on Mania Buzz to Plug AEW Dynamite After Night One
Tony Khan quickly used WrestleMania 42 Night One’s close to promote AEW Dynamite, promoting next week’s show and revealing the current card (Darby Allin vs. Tommaso Ciampa for the AEW World Championship, Mina Shirakawa vs. Hikaru Shida, and Will Ospreay vs. Mark Davis) in an effort to ride Mania weekend momentum.
Khan and Flair weigh in on WrestleMania 42 main event
After Cody Rhodes defeated Randy Orton in WrestleMania 42’s main event, Tony Khan praised AEW as the home of the best wrestlers and Ric Flair called the match one of the greatest in recent years, adding that there were no winners or losers. Flair, currently under AEW contract but not on TV, attended the Las Vegas weekend while Khan promoted AEW Dynamite, highlighting cross-promotional chatter between WWE and AEW.
Jericho Inks Multiyear AEW Deal, Reaffirms Home Base
Tony Khan announced on an April 9 AEW Dynasty media call that Jericho has signed a multiyear deal with AEW, ending speculation of other offers (including WWE) and confirming Jericho’s choice to make AEW his long-term home, with contract length and terms not disclosed.
Khan Confirms Jericho Chose to Stay with AEW
AEW president Tony Khan states Chris Jericho chose to remain with AEW after his return on the April 1 Dynamite, emphasizing Jericho was a free agent who always wanted to be with AEW.
Paramount-WBD Bid Prompts Khan Optimism About AEW's Media Future
Tony Khan is reportedly thrilled by Paramount Skydance's bid for Warner Bros Discovery, viewing it as the best possible scenario for AEW’s distribution. The deal would affect AEW's current media footprint, which includes WBD rights through 2027 with a Warner option for 2028, and faces regulatory hurdles from antitrust authorities and EU approvals amid a shifting streaming landscape and competition from UFC's owner.
Khan Credits Powerhouse Hobbs with a Great AEW Run
AEW owner Tony Khan praised Powerhouse Hobbs, saying the wrestler had a great run in AEW and highlighting Hobbs' contributions during his time with the company.
Khan Reflects on Hobbs, Borden Development, and Baker’s Return Prospects Ahead of Las Vegas Dynamite
AEW president Tony Khan praised Powerhouse Hobbs’ AEW tenure before his WWE Royal Rumble debut, discussed Steven Borden’s development and his use of Sting’s music (with a licensing arrangement in place), and indicated Britt Baker remains highly regarded with plans for her return as AEW expands TV hours, ahead of tonight’s Dynamite in Las Vegas.
Khan Salutes Powerhouse Hobbs as He Heads to WWE with Big Offer
Tony Khan publicly praised Powerhouse Hobbs for his AEW run and wished him well after Hobbs left for WWE, reportedly turning down a lucrative five-year offer. Meltzer described the offer as among the highest for an AEW original and comparable to top WWE earners of the era; Hobbs debuted in WWE as Royce Keys in the Royal Rumble, signaling a bold new chapter.
Trey Miguel's AEW Exit Attributed to Higher-Ups, Not Talent or Tony Khan
A report claims Trey Miguel’s release from AEW was ordered by someone higher up, not due to talent issues or Tony Khan, suggesting the decision came from leadership rather than performance.
AEW All In 2025: Highlights, Winners, and Key Moments in Texas
At AEW All In, Tony Khan announced record-breaking attendance and viewership, discussed plans for Adam Cole's recovery, expressed interest in expanding the Women’s Tag Team Titles, and highlighted key matches and storylines, including Hangman Page's emotional victory and Kazuchika Okada's title unification.
AEW Dynamite Preview: Top Stars Absent, Ibushi Returns, and Key Matches
AEW Dynamite tonight features a limited lineup with Kota Ibushi's return and four-way matches for Casino Gauntlet spots, but notably lacks bookings for AEW's top stars and major All In matches, raising questions about the promotion's booking strategy ahead of its biggest event.
Tony Khan Rules Out In-Ring Return After 'Deadliest Move' Incident
AEW President Tony Khan announced he will never wrestle again after surviving a dangerous spike piledriver, which he describes as the deadliest move in wrestling, emphasizing his role as a promoter rather than a wrestler.
AEW Wrestlers Withdrawn from GCW Shows Amidst Effy-Tony Khan Controversy
Willie Mack, an AEW and Ring of Honor talent, has been pulled from upcoming GCW shows, reportedly due to comments made by GCW's Effy about AEW owner Tony Khan. While AEW sources deny officially pulling Mack, it's suggested that AEW talent relations discouraged his participation. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between AEW and GCW, exacerbated by scheduling conflicts and previous talent withdrawals.
AEW Full Gear 2024: Highlights, Results, and Key Takeaways
Following AEW Full Gear, several AEW stars, including Tony Khan, Mercedes Mone, and others, addressed the media. Highlights include Mercedes Mone discussing her match with Statlander and her upcoming appearance at Wrestle Dynasty, Big Boom AJ's positive remarks about his AEW experience, and Daniel Garcia's excitement over winning the TNT Championship. Tony Khan praised the impact of independent talent in AEW and hinted at future plans for stars like Kenny Omega and Ricky Starks. He also mentioned the use of Guns 'n' Roses' "November Rain" in AEW promotions.