Tony Khan Expresses Confidence in AEW’s Long-Term Future on TBS and TNT

Tony Khan has built All Elite Wrestling for the last five years and has moulded his promotion into a direct competitor to the global juggernaut of wrestling, WWE, with remarkable shows and top-tier superstars signed to his roster.

The AEW President and CEO have been building positive anticipation with heavy hints about future developments for AEW, sparking rumours of a forthcoming television and media rights deal; however,AEW has chosen to remain tight-lipped regarding the situation.

According to John Ourand of Puck, AEW is reportedly negotiating a four-year TV rights package with Warner Bros. Discov ery, valued at around $170 million per year. The deal is said to include three guaranteed years, with a fourth year as an option.

While speaking with Dave LeGreca on Busted Open Radio, Tony Khan expressed his excitement for AEW’s future, stating that the company has a very promising outlook, though he hasn’t personally confirmed any of the recent reports about media rights deals. He also emphasized that AEW, TBS, and TNT are set to stay together for a long time, dismissing any speculation without official confirmation from Warner Brothers or himself.

“I didn’t bring my sunglasses to the Sirius studio today, but the future is so bright, I need them. The future is that bright. I know there have been a lot of reports. I have not done any of the leaking. With all due respect to the fine people at the Puck establishment and the Puck people, I didn’t talk to them. I know they have been reporting things that are very interesting. There are a lot of reports and rumors. I have not confirmed, and Warner Brothers have not confirmed anything officially. We have a really exciting future there. I can say with 100% certainty, AEW and TBS and TNT are here to stay for a long time.” 

The ongoing speculation surrounding AEW’s future deal with WBD reflects the strong position the wrestling company holds in the media landscape, with the potential for even greater growth through this reported contract.

Fans are eagerly awaiting an official announcement as AEW looks to secure its long-term future with WBD to maintain its presence on the broadcast network and in the wrestling world altogether.

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