It looks like Tony believes AEW is getting closer to WWE’s success.
Since the company was born in 2019, the wrestling world has considered AEW to be the biggest challenge to WWE’s dominance as the global juggernaut of professional wrestling. Now with having a working relationship with NJPW and Tony also owning Ring Of Honor, it seems they are closing the gap to the WWE more and more every show.
While speaking with Tokyo Sports, Tony Khan talked about AEW’s growth. Khan stated that he believes AEW has closed the gap with WWE.
“There was a big difference at first, but as a result of efforts, the difference in audience mobilization is closing and the audience rating is also increasing. I think the good thing about us is that we have achieved international growth in a short period of time.”
“AEW shows can be seen in 130 countries around the world, and the relationship with New Japan has strengthened my position in Japan. That led to the joint entertainment. The birth of AEW was a great stimulus for the professional wrestling world, and I think it had a positive impact.”
Tony Khan to Tokyo Sports
Tony Khan continues to remind fans what a promoter should do for their company. While many may gawk at Tony’s statement, fans can’t deny the success that AEW have had since its birth.
What do you think? Have AEW closed the gap towards the WWE or is Tony wrong? Let us know in the comment section and on our social media pages.
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