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Steven Borden Follows in Sting’s Footsteps With AEW Debut

Sting’s retirement at AEW Revolution in March 2024 marked the end of a legendary career that spanned decades and generations. On his final day of a three-year run with Tony Khan as promoter, the Icon teamed with Darby Allin to defeat The Young Bucks and retain the AEW World Tag Team Championship, finishing his AEW career without a single loss.

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AEW: RUSH Suffers Knee Injury, ROH Title Match Changed

AEW CEO Tony Khan revealed on November 27 some unfortunate news about its AEW (and ROH roster). AEW has been plagued by injuries, with a list that includes such names as Adam Cole, Thunder Rosa, and Brian Cage.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 23

From Blacklisted To TNT Champion, Mark Briscoe & Tony Khan Discuss AEW Full Gear Victory

Mark Briscoe is now the face of TNT. That's quite the accomplishment for a man who wasn't even allowed to show his face on the network just a few years ago.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / November 21

Tony Khan Defends Airing CM Punk Footage from AEW All In London While Disputing the Latter’s Previous Claims

Over two years since CM Punk‘s AEW exit, the company’s head honcho, Tony Khan, has finally given his side of the story on it. In his first-ever in-studio interview with Ariel Helwani, Khan was asked if he had any regrets over how the entire situation was handled.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 20

Tony Khan on Possibly Signing Killer Kross and Scarlett to AEW

Killer Kross and Scarlett left WWE and are wrestling indie shows as free agents. Tony Khan says he hasn’t spoken to Kross in years but likes him and might reconnect.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Tony Khan on The Ariel Helwani Show: Khan Comments on CM Punk, Chris Jericho and More

By the end of Tony Khan’s interview on The Ariel Helwani Show, the host joked about how he would have heat with AEW’s PR person. Not because of how AEW was presented, but for taking up an hour and twenty minutes of Khan’s time rather than what may have been scheduled as a 30-minute conversation.

Tony Khan on The Ariel Helwani Show: The Big Talking Points

Before Tony Khan even comes on set and takes a seat, Ariel Helwani’s surprise that this interview is taking place is clear. His tone from start to finish remains cordial, respectful, and enthusiastic.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / November 20

Tony Khan addresses WWE counter programming against AEW

In the Ariel Helwani Show, Tony Khan opened up on WWE's strategy of counter-programming against AEW The AEW Boss understood how counter-programming works

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / November 20

Tony Khan reveals whether WWE contacted AEW for Edge's one-off match against John Cena

Tony Khan opened up on whether WWE contacted AEW for Edge's one last match against John Cena The AEW Boss confirmed that WWE did not approach them for

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / November 19

AEW’s Tony Khan on WWE Counterprogramming: ‘I Definitely Don’t Take It Personally’

It’s AEW Full Gear 2025 PPV week in the Tri-State area, which means a full media blitz by AEW (All Elite Wrestling)to promote the show, streaming live on pay-per-view (PPV).

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 19

How Tony Khan Changed Kyle Fletcher's AEW Career (Exclusive)

AEW TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher has quickly climbed the ranks of the company, and is knocking on the door of superstardom. The 26-year-old Fletcher will have a chance to showcase his skyrocketing stock on Saturday at AEW Full Gear, as he defends his title against Mark Briscoe in a No Disqualification match.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 19

Tony Khan Addresses Potential Changes To AEW's PPV Format

AEW isn't changing how its fans watch its biggest shows. The first episode of AEW Dynamite aired in October 2019. Many loyal fans expected the promotion to have switched to a cheaper and inclusive streaming subscription by now.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 18

Tony Khan Comments On What Happened With CM Punk In AEW

CM Punk's career in AEW was filled with highs and some extreme lows, and one of those lows would see him released from the promotion after an altercation with Jack Perry at All In 2023.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 18

Tony Khan on Darby Allin's Extreme Spot: 'I Thought It Was Too Much'

AEW star Darby Allinis known for his extreme matches. He’s been thrown onto burning tables, dragged around in a body bag, and almost drowned in a fish tank by Moxley, etc.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 18

Tony Khan Provides Major Update On Will Ospreay's AEW Return

AEW is down several of its stars right now, but fans got some good news about one of the promotion's top names courtesy of Tony Khan on Tuesday. Khan appeared as a guest on The Ariel Helwani Show, where they talked about a variety of AEW-related topics.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 13

MVP Signs Contract Extension with AEW, Praises Tony Khan

The Hurt Syndicate’s Manager, MVP (Montel Vontavious Porter), recently revealed his All Elite Wrestlingstatus. Let’s just say that Shelton Benjamin and Bobby Lashley won’t have to worry about finding a new manager anytime soon.

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Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 9

AEW Reportedly Showing Interest In Former WWE ID Talent

AEW President Tony Khan may have his eye on a former WWE ID talent. 22-year-old independent performer Zayda Steel opted out of her WWE ID contract last month in order to pursue other career opportunities, and that decision could land her where the best wrestle.

Wrestling News / Stadium Rant / November 8

How Many Championships Does AEW Really Need?

This past Wednesday on Dynamite, AEW owner Tony Khan revealed a new championship: the National Championship. It will become the sixth men’s singles title in the promotion, and its first holder will be crowned at Full Gear.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

AEW Dynamite Preview Updates (10/29/25) – Trick or Treat Tornado Tag

It’s Wednesday, and you know that means last-minute graphic drops from Tony Khan ahead of tonight’s AEW Fright Night Dynamite. This week’s full preview and a breakdown of other big matches for tonight are available here.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / October 16

Tony Khan Comments On Andrade's AEW And WWE Status After Non-Compete Reports Emerge

The ongoing saga with Andrade El Idolo's AEW contract status continues to evolve, and we now have an official comment from AEW's side on the situation.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / September 3

AEW makes bold change amid WWE's counterprogramming

AEW has been dealing with WWE counterprogramming for months. It's a move right out of the Vince McMahon playbook, where WWE is looking to crush its opponent's ticket and pay-per-view sales. In truth, WWE's decision to counterprogram is an unspoken admission that AEW is now seen as a viable threat.

Former AEW world champion confirms recent knee surgery

WWE Hall of Famer ends fans' hopes of him facing John Cena

All Elite Wrestling Announces Two More UK Dates This Year

All Elite Wrestling yesterday issued the following. AEW announced that it will be returning to the United Kingdom this December for two globally televised events, as Utilita Arena in Cardiff, Wales will host AEW Collision on Saturday, December 13 and AEW Dynamite will make its debut in Manchester, England at Co-op Live on Wednesday, December 17.

Fallout from AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door 2025 – Top Takeaways

Forbidden Door 2025 was another fantastic pay-per-view put on by Tony Khan and AEW. Here are the 10 key takeaways from the AEW/NJPW cross-promotional event that will impact the company’s direction in the coming months and years.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / July 7

AEW should resist temptation of adding a third show

AEW has enjoyed a strong 2025 thus far. It needs to resist the temptation to capitalize on that momentum through expansion too quickly.

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WWE Evolution 2025: Intercontinental Title Triple Threat Announced

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / March 27

Even AEW's harshest critics can see its current growth

After almost a year of struggle, AEW appears to be trending in the right direction again. The storylines are starting to make sense, the matches, for the most part, have a purpose, with either something on the line or a story being told.

Adam Copeland is right, AEW is punk rock to WWE's pop music

AEW's Saraya announces departure from company

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