AEW President Tony Khan described the All Out 2025 event as a significant achievement during the post-show media scrum held on Saturday. While final figures have yet to be confirmed, Khan emphasized that the pay-per-view was a major success, marking one of the biggest AEW PPVs of the year.
Khan highlighted the importance of the event’s expanded reach, noting its debut on HBO Max as a key factor in delivering a “home run” for AEW’s business efforts.
Details on the Event’s Success and Broadcasting Strategy
At the press gathering, Khan detailed the impressive live attendance figures, stating,
“Over 13,000 people here in the arena tonight, our first ever PPV on HBO Max, we did it.”
He noted that this reflected the highest ticket sales in the history of All Out, including in Canada.
Regarding the pay-per-view’s performance, Khan said,
“I understand the PPV on HBO Max was a big hit, I don’t have all the numbers from all the carriers yet, but this is gonna be one of our biggest PPVs certainly of this year and we’re all excited about it because it was really important for AEW to deliver a home run.”
He stressed how the partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery is essential for AEW’s growth and praised the positive preliminary feedback from the event’s launch.
On the idea of consolidating all AEW content onto one platform, Khan remarked,
“Well tonight we’ve had a great milestone domestically in the United States we are carrying everything on one media company. Everything is on TBS, TNT, and HBO Max in the U.S., every show we do you can watch that way, as of tonight, that’s the first time that’s the case.”
He expressed confidence in the ongoing viability of PPVs, noting the strong year AEW has had across multiple pay-per-view events.
Prospects for Nyla Rose’s Return to AEW
One of the most anticipated topics was the possibility of Nyla Rose returning to AEW, which Khan addressed directly.
“Absolutely. Nyla Rose, another great champion,”
he said, referencing recent developments in the Women’s division, including the return of Riho, the first AEW Women’s World Champion.
Khan recounted,
“We saw Rhio return just this past month to AEW, Rhio the very first AEW Women’s World Champion, she defeated Nyla Rose and Nyla Rose later captured that championship from her, so we saw the return of one former AEW Women’s World Champion to AEW very recently.”
He continued to indicate that multiple high-profile returns are being planned, adding,
“the door is open to a lot of the great stars in the ring and with us very soon.”
Future of the Blood & Guts Event and Unique Setup Requirements
Regarding the future of AEW’s signature Blood & Guts event, Khan acknowledged interest in bringing it back.
“Yes, I think there is a great potential for a Blood & Guts event,”
he said, explaining that the event demands a special seating arrangement due to its two-ring configuration.
He further said,
“Now it requires a unique seating set up, because with a two ring setup, it involves putting the event on sale, basically telling the people this is going to be Blood & Guts. It’s not a show that is up right now because everybody has seen the seat maps and there are no double ring shows, but I do think there is a good chance of that.”
This points to the possibility that the event will return once logistical challenges are resolved.
Discussion on AEW World Championship Naming and Presentation
Khan touched on evolving aspects of AEW’s championship branding, particularly the idea of rebranding the AEW World Title as the Men’s World Title.
“It’s gotten great traction, it’s something to consider,”
he stated. However, he clarified that for official record-keeping, the title remains unchanged for now.
Khan explained,
“For the official record keeping, it’s as it has been, but for Hangman, for his graphics, for describing what it is, that’s something that is important to him and if that’s something that he believes in, and that’s his authentic self and that’s how he wants the title presented, that’s something I support and believe in.”
He emphasized that with Hangman Page as reigning champion, the title is effectively the Men’s World Championship for the foreseeable future.
Considerations for Afternoon Pay-Per-View Scheduled Times
The conversation also covered the possibility of more afternoon PPV start times, particularly on weekends. Khan remarked,
“It’s definitely something to think about, especially on Saturdays with the way the schedule works and what we’re doing. I do think there is something to it. It’d be something to consider on some of the Sundays.”
He noted that the recent series of early start times in the U.S. has been successful, especially with the positive reception in the UK, and indicated that AEW will continue to evaluate this scheduling option.
“It’s the third straight pay-per-view with an early start time on the East Coast and in the prime time in the UK, and we’ve had great results in the UK,”
Khan said.
Significance and What Lies Ahead for AEW
With All Out 2025 delivering record attendance and strong pay-per-view numbers, including the historic debut on HBO Max, AEW has reached an important milestone in expanding its audience and distribution. Tony Khan’s remarks reveal a company confident in its growth strategy, including the potential return of star wrestlers like Nyla Rose and valuable special events such as Blood & Guts.
Additionally, the exploration of refreshed championship identities and flexible event timings signals AEW’s willingness to adapt to fan preferences and market demands moving forward. Fans can expect more announcements regarding key returns and event formats in the coming months, as AEW continues to build on its recent momentum.
