How Long AEW’s 2024 Blood & Guts Plans Were Set In Stone

AEW brought Blood & Guts to Nashville this week on July 24, delivering an intense show. The Elite’s loss was surprising for the heel faction, but Team AEW emerged victorious as Matt Jackson prevented Darby Allin from setting Jack Perry on fire in the double-caged ring. This outcome was all part of the long term plan.

The specifics of AEW’s creative pipeline are unclear, but the result of Blood & Guts had been in the works for a while. Sean Ross Sapp reported on Fightful Select that Team AEW’s victory had been planned for quite some time and will influence future storylines. Team Elite was not intended to win.

We will have to see what the aftermath will be following this year’s Blood & Guts match. They set up a TNT Title match between Darby Allin and Jack Perry for All In, but many participants from this match will need to maintain their momentum moving forward.

Blood & Guts is a significant event, and AEW needs to deliver strong matchups weekly to boost viewership. They are currently in contract talks with Warner Bros Discovery, so Tony Khan must consistently present the best possible product. This strategy included The Elite’s notable loss in Nashville.

What are your thoughts on AEW’s booking for Blood & Guts this year? Do you think it was their best Blood & Guts match yet? Share your opinions in the comments section!