AEW COO Kosha Irby Slams 6/8 AEW Collision Venue Quality as ‘Subpar’

AEW is known for delivering top-notch entertainment to its fans, and the June 8th edition of Collision was no exception. However, the event, held at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa, sparked some unexpected controversy.

Following the show, AEW Chief Operating Officer Kosha Irby took to Twitter to share his thoughts on the venue. While he praised the fans and the city, he did not hold back his criticism of the Mid-America Center, describing it as “subpar.”

“Council Bluffs is home to fantastic fans, a charming city, and a subpar venue partner,” Irby tweeted.

A fan quickly pointed out what they believed was a typo, suggesting Irby meant to say “superb” instead of “subpar.” Irby responded firmly, using a GIF to emphasize that his initial statement was intentional.

“Superb I think is what you are going for,” the fan tweeted. “I said what I said,” Irby replied, making it clear that his critique was not a mistake.

Despite the criticism, the June 8th episode of AEW Collision drew 348,000 viewers, showcasing AEW’s ability to attract a solid audience. The reason behind Irby’s harsh words about the venue remains unclear, but his blunt assessment has certainly stirred discussion among fans and observers.

What’s certain is that AEW continues to focus on delivering exciting in-ring action, even as its top executives aren’t afraid to voice their opinions. Fans are left to speculate about the circumstances that led to Irby’s comments, but for now, the show goes on.

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