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Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tony Khan Reacts To WWE Frequently Counterprogramming AEW Events
Tony Khan assesses the competition. Last weekend, AEW and WWE went head-to-head, with Double or Nothing and NXT Battleground both airing on Sunday evening in the United States. This wasn't the first time the two companies have gone directly against each other, as AEW Collision has occasionally competed against WWE premium live events, and AEW Dynamite famously battled NXT in the Wednesday Night Wars. Advertisement At the Double or Nothing post-show media scrum, AEW CEO Tony Khan addressed this trend, likening it to another popular wrestling franchise. 'It's pretty consistent. I'd say it's the most consistent event head-to-head scheduling since Jim Crockett Promotions,' Khan said. 'Saw a lot of scheduling that went that way, and I can tell you that this will go a lot differently than that did.' Before its sale to the Turner Broadcasting System in 1988, Jim Crockett Promotions stood as a popular wrestling organization, with successful pay-per-view events. Under the Vince McMahon Jr. regime, however, JCP saw their shows frequently countered by WWE, with a notable example being the annual WWE Survivor Series event, which directly opposed Starrcade in 1987. Given Khan's statement, it seems AEW is confident that they will not suffer the same fate as JCP. In the main event of AEW Double or Nothing, 'Hangman' Adam Page defeated Will Ospreay in the finals of the Men's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. Meanwhile, on NXT Battleground, Trick Williams dethroned TNA World Champion Joe Hendry in the main event. RELATED: Tony Khan Addresses Scorpio Sky's AEW Absence The post Tony Khan Reacts To WWE Frequently Counterprogramming AEW Events appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tony Khan Encourages Fans To Stop Gatekeeping And Welcome Everyone To AEW
Tony Khan encouraged AEW fans to be open and welcoming toward WWE fans who are showing interest in the company. Recently, a fan on Twitter/X pointed out that more WWE fans have begun asking about AEW and considering watching it. He questioned whether AEW fans should keep the promotion exclusive or allow new viewers in. Advertisement The fan wrote, 'Lately fed fans are asking questions about AEW and wanting to watch it. Should we gatekeep this promotion or letting them in?' In response, AEW President Tony Khan urged fans to welcome new viewers with open arms and to stop gatekeeping. He replied, 'Please gatekeep nothing, sir. Please welcome these people to AEW with arms wide open.' Ever since AEW's debut in 2019, fan wars between the two companies' supporters have continued, with many fans choosing sides early on and keeping the rivalry alive. However, it seems Tony Khan doesn't want this fan rivalry to push WWE fans away from his company. Instead, he's ready to welcome them in. Tony Khan responds to WWE's counterprogramming strategy At the AEW Double or Nothing post-show media scrum, Tony Khan addressed WWE's ongoing trend of counter-programming. He compared it to what WWE used to do to Jim Crockett Promotions. Advertisement 'It's pretty consistent. I'd say it's the most consistent event head-to-head scheduling since Jim Crockett Promotions,' Khan said. 'Saw a lot of scheduling that went that way, and I can tell you that this will go a lot differently than that did.' Read More: Tony Khan Explains How The Relaunch Of The XFL Led To The Birth Of AEW The post Tony Khan Encourages Fans To Stop Gatekeeping And Welcome Everyone To AEW appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mercedes Moné Opens Up About the Star That Lured Her to AEW
Mercedes Moné says AEW Women's World Champion Toni Storm is one of the reasons she came to AEW. At AEW Double or Nothing, Mercedes Moné defeated Jamie Hayter in the Owen Hart Cup tournament finals. This win not only put her name on the list of Owen Hart Cup winners but also earned her a shot at Toni Storm's AEW Women's World Title at All In: Texas. Advertisement On the AEW Double or Nothing Post Show post-show press conference, Mercedes Moné addressed her upcoming match with Toni Storm. She credited Storm as a key influence in her decision to come to AEW. Moné also expressed admiration for Storm's skills and status as champion. 'She might be timeless, but I'm legendary. I'm iconic and my legacy can never be undone. I mean, I've been looking forward to facing Toni Storm for a very long time. I've been watching her for years, all the way since STARDOM. She is timeless for a reason. She holds the AEW Women's Championship for a reason. But I'm four belts Moné, I am the CEO of not only AEW, RevPro, New Japan. Soon we'll be going to Mexico.' 'But, I am a global champion for a reason and I want all the gold and Toni, be prepared for your greatest match of your life. She's legit one of the reasons why I came to AEW. She put AEW on storm for me. I couldn't stop watching every single week because of her. But I'm ready to dethrone the 'Timeless' one and we're gonna go onto the revolution of Mercedes Moné.' [H/T: Fightful] Toni Storm's bold response to defending her title against Mercedes Moné at AEW: All In Texas At AEW Double or Nothing, Women's World Champion Toni Storm successfully defended her title against Mina Shirakawa. While her upcoming challenger, Mercedes Moné, has expressed respect for Storm, the champion responded with a mix of humor and sarcasm regarding Moné's title shot. Advertisement Storm said, 'Ah yes, Miss Money. Haven't met her yet. Questions, anyone? I have questions; is it okay to smoke tobacco in here? Is it okay to smoke cannabis in here? Name a drug. Name a drug. What can we do? Something — if I want to get really messed up, what am I taking? [Someone says 'meth.] Luther, get me the meth. Luther, they said it was okay. Get me the meth.' Storm admitted she's excited for the match, 'I've been orgasming ever since. Looking very much forward to meeting Miss Mone — Money.' [H/T: 411Mania] Read More: Naomi Reflects On Anniversary Of Walking Out Of WWE With Sasha Banks The post Mercedes Moné Opens Up About the Star That Lured Her to AEW appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
AEW President Tony Khan Calls Out WWE Counter Programming
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. AEW Double or Nothing on May 25 featured a ton of excellent matches, including Mercedes Moné vs. Jamie Hayter, "Timeless" Toni Storm vs. Mina Shirakawa, and Will Ospreay vs. Hangman Adam Page. However, this wasn't the only professional wrestling event happening that weekend. WWE scheduled both Saturday Night's Main Event and NXT Battleground for 5/24 and 5/25, respectively. More Pro Wrestling: WWE Superstar Chelsea Green Gives Update on Brutal Injury This isn't the only occasion WWE has done this. Recently, WWE announced that the next Saturday Night's Main Event and Evolution 2 will be on July 12 and July 13, the same weekend as All In, AEW's biggest show. WWE just announced that... - Saturday Night's Main Event will take place on July 12 in Atlanta, Georgia. - Evolution 2 will take place the next day, July 13, at the same venue.#SNME — EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) May 25, 2025 Naturally, fans and experts have begun recognizing WWE's counterprogramming against AEW. And AEW president and co-founder Tony Khan is calling them out. INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 01: (L-R) CM Punk, President of All Elite Wrestling Tony Khan and Britt Baker, D.M.D. attend TBS's AEW Dynamite Los Angeles Debut After Party at The Forum on June 01, 2022... INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 01: (L-R) CM Punk, President of All Elite Wrestling Tony Khan and Britt Baker, D.M.D. attend TBS's AEW Dynamite Los Angeles Debut After Party at The Forum on June 01, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Morefor Warner Bros. Discovery During the media scrum for AEW Double or Nothing, Khan was asked about WWE constantly scheduling shows against AEW's biggest events. Khan compared the situation to when Vince McMahon would do the same tactic against Jim Crockett Promotions before it was eventually sold to Ted Turner and became WCW. "It's pretty consistent," Khan said. "I'd say it's the most consistent event head-to-head scheduling I've seen since Jim Crockett Promotions, so a lot of scheduling that went that way. I can tell you, this will go a lot differently than that did." More Pro Wrestling: WWE Hall of Famer Names Real Face of AEW This isn't the only comparison a figure from AEW has shared about WWE recently. AEW star Will Ospreay has controversially stated that when it comes to in-ring work and technical acumen, AEW runs circles around WWE. "Because we smoke them in every field of wrestling," Ospreay said. "Mate, we're just better." "Like, I respect them. I respect every single one of them there, they're all vets, they all know what they're doing, they're great at their job, they understand getting people on their feet, but we are so much more of a better wrestling company than them. Our guys smoke them every single day of the week." They've got good guys like GUNTHER. They've got great guys like Orton. They've got good guys like Chad Gable. I respect all of them. ...But on our worst day, we smoke all of you guys." More Pro Wrestling: Former AEW Wrestler To Make WWE In-Ring Debut Legendary Wrestling Announcer Jim Ross To Undergo Surgery Bryan Danielson Makes Surprise Wrestling Appearance Amid AEW Hiatus WWE Notes: Bronson Reed Returns, Evolution 2 Officially Announced, More For more AEW, WWE, and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
AEW Double or Nothing 2025: Date, time, streaming, predictions, match card, what to know
AEW Double or Nothing 2025: Date, time, streaming, predictions, match card, what to know Show Caption Hide Caption John Cena warns media, he will ruin wrestling, he is the last real champion in WWE After making history at WrestleMania 41, John Cena warns the media that he will ruin wrestling and he is the last real champion in WWE Will it be double or nothing for "Hangman" Adam Page this weekend? The 2025 AEW "Double or Nothing" card is stacked from top to bottom, but no match has greater stakes than the Page vs. Will Ospreay 'shootout' in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament final. The winner goes on to face AEW world champion Jon Moxley at "All In" this July. But in a match that's billed as "Ascension vs. Redemption," there's more on the line than a taste of gold for Page. "Hangman" looks to put to bed the demons of two years of vengeance and violence with his championship shot. He faces a tough challenger in Ospreay, one of the best wrestlers in the world, who is seeking his long-awaited AEW coronation. Elsewhere on the card, anarchy will reign when the Death Riders and the Young Bucks take on Swerve Strickland, the Opps and others in an "Anarchy in the Arena" match. Meanwhile, Toni Storm will look to remain "Timeless" – and AEW women's world champion – when she faces off against Mina the last stop before AEW goes "All In" in Texas. Here's what to know about "Double or Nothing" this weekend: When is AEW Double or Nothing? The Double or Nothing show is set for Sunday, May 25, 2025. How to watch AEW Double or Nothing AEW Double or Nothing is a pay-per-view event, so fans hoping to watch the action unfold will be met with a $49.99 price of admission. That can be purchased through Sling TV, Amazon Prime Video PPV, TrillerTV PPV, YouTube PPV or Fubo PPV. If buying isn't an option, AEW noted that all Dave & Buster's locations will air the event. AEW Double or Nothing start time AEW Double or Nothing gets underway at 8 p.m. ET. The event's preshow begins at 6:30 p.m. ET. Where is AEW Double or Nothing? Double or Nothing will take place at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Double or Nothing 2025 match card Will Ospreay vs. Hangman Page, Owen Hart Foundation final Mercedes Mone vs. Jamie Hayter, Owen Hart Foundation final Kenny Omega, Swerve Strickland, Powerhouse Hobbs, Samoa Joe, Katsuyori Shibata and Willow Nightingale vs. Jon Moxley, Bucks, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, and Marina Shafir, Anarchy in the Arena match Toni Storm vs. Mina Shirakawa, AEW Women's Championship match Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin vs. Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara, AEW Tag Team Championship match Kazuchika Okada vs. Mike Bailey, AEW Continental Championship match Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler vs. Nigel McGuinness and Daniel Garcia Ricochet vs. Mark Briscoe, Stretcher match Double or Nothing predictions This section will be updated.
