Tony Khan.
American sports executive
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Matt Hardy, Punk, Tony Khan, and others discuss current industry trends and market viability within the wrestling business.Some support4 reports4 developments inside
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The article details the career history of Sting, Seth Rollins, and Darby Allin, alongside the competitive relationship between Tony Khan's promotion and WWE.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan discussed the future of AEW with David Ellison, noting that the WBD acquisition gives Skydance influence over AEW's TV partner.Some support1 report
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Following Pac's death, major programming shifts have been implemented at AEW, with future shows planned in France.Some support2 reports
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Tony Khan and Vince McMahon discussed leadership styles, corporate checks and balances, and absolute power in the wrestling industry.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Tony Khan's company donated to ALS advocacy, while Gail Kim praised the tribute show for Rebel. Britt Baker, Persephone, and Hikaru Shida participated in the ALS challenge and a tag team match.Some support3 reports
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Killer Kross and Tony Khan discussed potential future employment with AEW.Some support2 reports
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Tony Khan is serving as company president while a specific AEW professional wrestler secures a new contract and focuses on the AEW World Championship.Well supported11 reports2 developments inside
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Tony Khan inquired with Mike Tenay regarding a potential appearance in AEW.Some support1 report
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Adam discusses former company affiliations, bucket list destinations, and potential future collaborations with WWE and Tony Khan.Some support1 report
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An AEW event held in London drew large crowds and generated significant revenue.Some support1 report
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Nick Jackson and Matt co-founded a new promotion alongside Tony Khan.Some support1 report
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AEW plans a major event at Wembley Stadium, leading to meetings among officials to discuss future event safety and fire protocols.Some support1 report
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Wembley is suggested as a venue for Britt Baker's potential return, with AEW President Tony Khan managing her career status.Some support4 reports
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Tony Khan paid Will Ospreay's medical bills in full.Some support3 reports
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Dave Meltzer, Brian 'Road Dogg' James, and Tony Khan discussed industry standards and the current state of AEW tag team titles.Some support1 report
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Mercedes Moné is reportedly in talks to return to WWE, with Tony Khan suggesting an impromptu segment.Some support2 reports
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Tony Khan reacted to WWE scheduling moves, while Kendal Grey won the NXT Women’s Championship and Ospreay won a tournament final.Well supported5 reports
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Tony Khan discussed bringing AEW shows to TNT, while Kenny Omega and Chris Jericho wrestled at Wrestle Kingdom.Some support1 report
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Executive monitoring of performer health and status, involving Tony Khan, Anna Jay, and Tay Melo, leading to potential tag team disbandment.Some support1 report
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Harley Cameron won the Women's World Tag Team Championship, while Tony Khan is developing women's tag teams in AEW.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan confirmed Anna Jay's contract extension on July 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan discussed lessons learned from Jeff Jarrett's TNA beginnings and may invite Vince McMahon to future podcast seasons.Some support1 report
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Cody Rhodes created a rivalry with Darby and suggested a title stipulation to Tony Khan.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan started working under Jake Roberts' leadership on July 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Visa clearance issues are currently challenging the cross-promotional logistics between AEW and international partners like NJPW.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan commented on Maya World's professional growth this year and praised her training at the WWE school.Some support1 report
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Hiroshi Tanahashi and Gedo share leadership roles in NJPW promotions and maintain working relationships with NJPW leadership.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan provided updates on Jay White's in-ring status, while David Finlay challenged White for leadership duties.Some support1 report
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Visa issues are affecting the availability of international talent, involving Hechicero, Tony Khan, and Mark Davis.Some support2 reports
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Sareee commented on her return status and is challenging for the AAAW Tag Team Championship.Some support1 report
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Tony Khan announced the tournament structure and replacements, while a competitor defeated a member of Triangle of Madness.Some support1 report
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Dustin Rhodes discussed potential retirement matches with Tony Khan. The conversation also touched upon a match between Rhodes and Kyle Fletcher scheduled for July 2025.Some support1 report
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Around Tony Khan this week
News at the entities that move Tony Khan most-
All Elite Wrestling StructuralFormer AEW wrestler Brooks joined the board of directors for I AM ALS, a charity co-founded by Brian Wallach.Moves Tony Khan
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Pac StructuralPAC is examining an NCSC project while DPER responds to a PAC report on an OPW project regarding building delivery.Moves Tony Khan
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Warner Bros. Discovery StructuralParamount Skydance continued its buyout of WBD, while the CEO blamed Jordan Brand for sales shortfalls amid streaming competition.Moves Tony Khan
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WWE OperationalHogan helped build the WWE business, which is now part of TKO.Moves Tony Khan
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Paramount OperationalRoger Lynch is named CEO of Mattel, while Peter Griffith joins Mattel as CFO, and Ynon Kreiz becomes co-CEO of Paramount.Moves Tony Khan
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Jon Moxley StructuralJon Moxley (Copeland) defeated Josh Alexander, with both involved in NJPW storylines.Moves Tony Khan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 66, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
All Elite Wrestling Structural
Tony Khan holds the ownership stake in All Elite Wrestling.
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Mark Davis Transactional
Tony Khan provided financial support for Mark Davis's knee surgery amidst international talent visa issues.
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Jon Moxley Structural
Jon Moxley performs within the AEW ecosystem, which is formally governed by Tony Khan as President.
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Trey Miguel Transactional
Tony Khan's executive decision resulted in the termination of Trey Miguel's professional engagement.
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Matt Operational
The relationship began with the co-founding of the promotion alongside Tony Khan.
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Pac Structural
Pac's professional function is structurally tied to the organization run by Tony Khan, where his status directly influences programming decisions.
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WWE Operational
WWE and Tony Khan's promotion are in active competition, frequently reacting to each other's scheduling and talent acquisition moves.
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Britt Baker Structural
As AEW President, Tony Khan holds the management authority that dictates the professional trajectory and career status of Britt Baker.
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Anna Jay Structural
Tony Khan holds a contractually dependent professional relationship with Anna Jay, including management and performance oversight.
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Will Ospreay Transactional
Tony Khan provided significant financial support by paying Will Ospreay's medical bills in full, including costs for neck surgery.
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Nick Jackson Structural
Nick Jackson and Tony Khan co-founded the promotion together.
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Christian Structural
Christian's injuries impact AEW's operational plans, and Tony Khan actively discusses Christian's status.
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Warner Bros. Discovery Structural
WBD's corporate actions, particularly via Skydance, exert influence over Tony Khan's business partnerships.
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Steve Maclin Structural
Steve Maclin is currently seeking potential employment opportunities within the AEW organization, which is closely associated with Tony Khan.
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Wembley Transactional
Tony Khan's AEW organization plans to hold a major event at the Wembley stadium.
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Kofi Structural
Tony Khan facilitated Kofi's signing and subsequent long-term contracts with AEW.
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Jay White Operational
Tony Khan provides professional status updates regarding Jay White's in-ring career.
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Adam Page Structural
Tony Khan holds a guiding and supervisory role over Adam Page's professional pursuits, specifically title chases.
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Jonathan Gresham Structural
Jonathan Gresham was a former employee of Tony Khan's organization, departing due to presentation disagreements.
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Alex Shelley Structural
Tony Khan's organization is involved in the potential talent acquisition of Alex Shelley for the AEW roster.
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Paramount Operational
Paramount's corporate actions, such as bids and acquisitions, directly influence the business environment of Tony Khan and AEW's partners.
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Moné Transactional
Tony Khan pitched a potential professional role to Moné during her visit on August 1, 2026.
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Punk Operational
A past professional relationship between the two individuals that influenced current business dynamics in the industry.
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John Cena Operational
The relationship is characterized by competitive market presence, where gatekeepers influence future opportunities for both individuals.
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John Morrison Operational
The relationship is characterized by competitive discussion regarding leadership styles within their shared industry.
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Owen Hart Foundation Operational
The two entities are actively involved in the same competitive structure, specifically a tournament format, including replacements.
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Sting Structural
Tony Khan's management provides a supportive environment that influences Sting's professional well-being.
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Tay Melo Structural
Tay Melo's professional status is dependent on Tony Khan's organizational decisions regarding her contract and release request from AEW.
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Dustin Rhodes Operational
The two individuals are professionally linked through discussions regarding potential future retirement matches.
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Cody Rhodes Operational
Cody Rhodes has suggested title stipulations to Tony Khan regarding wrestling storylines.
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TNT Operational
Tony Khan discussed the potential of bringing a wrestling show to be broadcast on the TNT network.
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Jake Roberts Structural
Jake Roberts was employed and worked under the leadership of Tony Khan.
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Swerve Strickland Structural
Tony Khan holds a management role influencing Swerve Strickland's professional career status.
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Maya World Mentioned together
Tony Khan has commented on Maya World's professional growth.
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Adam Operational
The two individuals are discussed regarding potential future professional collaborations related to WWE.
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Mike Tenay Operational
Tony Khan inquired about Mike Tenay's potential appearance in AEW.
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Eric Bischoff Mentioned together
Eric Bischoff and Tony Khan are co-mentioned in the context of comparing their passionate leadership styles.
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Dave Meltzer Mentioned together
Dave Meltzer provides commentary and analysis regarding Tony Khan's company's operations, specifically AEW tag team titles.
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Tommaso Ciampa Operational
Tony Khan has utilized Tommaso Ciampa in a professional capacity by officially sanctioning a match against Kazuchika Okada.
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Kairi Sane Mentioned together
Speculation links Kairi Sane to the roster of AEW, which is associated with Tony Khan.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- The article details the career history of Sting, Seth Rollins, and Darby Allin, alongside the competitive relationship between Tony Khan's promotion and WWE.
- Tony Khan discussed the future of AEW with David Ellison, noting that the WBD acquisition gives Skydance influence over AEW's TV partner.
- Following Pac's death, major programming shifts have been implemented at AEW, with future shows planned in France.
- Tony Khan is implementing a major championship match format within AEW.
September 2026
4 events- Tony Khan and Vince McMahon discussed leadership styles, corporate checks and balances, and absolute power in the wrestling industry.
- Jonathan Gresham founded the brand PRODUCE and competed for the ROH Pure Championship, before leaving due to presentation disagreements.
- Tony Khan's company donated to ALS advocacy, while Gail Kim praised the tribute show for Rebel. Britt Baker, Persephone, and Hikaru Shida participated in the ALS challenge and a tag team match.
- Tony Khan inquired with Mike Tenay regarding a potential appearance in AEW.
August 2026
9 events- Adam discusses former company affiliations, bucket list destinations, and potential future collaborations with WWE and Tony Khan.
- An AEW event held in London drew large crowds and generated significant revenue.
- Nick Jackson and Matt co-founded a new promotion alongside Tony Khan.
- AEW plans a major event at Wembley Stadium, leading to meetings among officials to discuss future event safety and fire protocols.
- Wembley is suggested as a venue for Britt Baker's potential return, with AEW President Tony Khan managing her career status.
- Tony Khan paid Will Ospreay's medical bills in full.
- Dave Meltzer, Brian 'Road Dogg' James, and Tony Khan discussed industry standards and the current state of AEW tag team titles.
- Mercedes Moné is reportedly in talks to return to WWE, with Tony Khan suggesting an impromptu segment.
- Tony Khan discussed bringing AEW shows to TNT, while Kenny Omega and Chris Jericho wrestled at Wrestle Kingdom.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
10 events- Tony Khan is serving as company president while a specific AEW professional wrestler secures a new contract and focuses on the AEW World Championship.
- Executive monitoring of performer health and status, involving Tony Khan, Anna Jay, and Tay Melo, leading to potential tag team disbandment.
- Harley Cameron won the Women's World Tag Team Championship, while Tony Khan is developing women's tag teams in AEW.
- Tony Khan confirmed Anna Jay's contract extension on July 1, 2026.
- Tony Khan discussed lessons learned from Jeff Jarrett's TNA beginnings and may invite Vince McMahon to future podcast seasons.
- Cody Rhodes created a rivalry with Darby and suggested a title stipulation to Tony Khan.
- Tony Khan started working under Jake Roberts' leadership on July 1, 2026.
- Visa clearance issues are currently challenging the cross-promotional logistics between AEW and international partners like NJPW.
- Tony Khan commented on Maya World's professional growth this year and praised her training at the WWE school.
- Hiroshi Tanahashi and Gedo share leadership roles in NJPW promotions and maintain working relationships with NJPW leadership.
June 2026
8 events- Matt Hardy, Punk, Tony Khan, and others discuss current industry trends and market viability within the wrestling business.
- Killer Kross and Tony Khan discussed potential future employment with AEW.
- Tony Khan reacted to WWE scheduling moves, while Kendal Grey won the NXT Women’s Championship and Ospreay won a tournament final.
- Tony Khan provided updates on Jay White's in-ring status, while David Finlay challenged White for leadership duties.
- Visa issues are affecting the availability of international talent, involving Hechicero, Tony Khan, and Mark Davis.
- Sareee commented on her return status and is challenging for the AAAW Tag Team Championship.
- Tony Khan announced the tournament structure and replacements, while a competitor defeated a member of Triangle of Madness.
- Dustin Rhodes discussed potential retirement matches with Tony Khan. The conversation also touched upon a match between Rhodes and Kyle Fletcher scheduled for July 2025.