Tony Khan remains active on social media, typically promoting AEW shows without engaging in direct conflict with competitors during 2025. However, after thanking fans for watching AEW Collision, Khan received a taunting message from a Twitter user claiming,
“Wwe is gonna bring you down and close shop can’t wait.”
Khan quickly replied with a GIF of Captain Jean-Luc Picard saying, That’ll be the day.
Rising Tensions Between AEW and WWE Over Pay-Per-View Events
Khan is currently navigating a challenging rivalry with WWE, as the company led by Nick Khan and Triple H intensifies its strategy. WWE plans to hold a major pay-per-view event on the same day as AEW All Out, scheduled for September 20, marking the first direct clash of premium live events between the two promotions. Additionally, WWE intends to stage further counter-programming events against AEW in 2025 beyond this head-to-head competition.
WWE’s Expanding Influence Through TNA Wrestling Collaboration
WWE’s influence appears to extend beyond its own shows, as it reportedly supports TNA Wrestling, which is known to have a working relationship with WWE involving potential acquisition. Sources suggest that TNA might move IMPACT Wrestling to Wednesday nights to compete with AEW Dynamite, while WWE assists TNA in negotiating a new United States media rights agreement.
Implications for the Pro Wrestling Landscape
The escalating pay-per-view clashes and strategic alliances illustrate an intensifying battle for viewership and market share in professional wrestling. Tony Khan’s firm response and WWE’s aggressive scheduling underscore the competitive dynamics shaping the industry’s future. Fans can expect an increasingly crowded calendar with overlapping events and promotional efforts aimed at capturing audience attention throughout 2025.
