Tony Khan: It Makes A Lot Of Sense For AEW To Expand Our Live Calendar In 2023 And Beyond
Tony Khan is looking at expanding the live event schedule.
On Wednesday, AEW hired Jeff Jarrett as Director Of Business Development after Jarrett’s surprise appearance on AEW Dynamite when he laid out Darby Allin with a guitar. Jarrett previously served as Senior Vice President of Live Events for WWE, but was released from his position in August 2022.
Speaking to Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated, Khan commented on AEW potentially expanding their live event schedule in 2023.
“Yes,” he replied when asked if fans would see an emphasis on live events. “It makes a lot of sense for AEW to expand our live calendar in 2023 and beyond. There are many places in the U.S. and all over the world where AEW is very popular, and this is a strategic opportunity to expand. We also have Ring of Honor. There are a lot of exciting possibilities for us in live events, and Jeff has such extensive experience as a third-generation businessman in pro wrestling. He’s got tremendous experience in a number of fields, including live event promotions and international distribution. His insight and knowledge are very valuable, and I’m excited to have Jeff join our great team.”
AEW currently holds at least one event per week with AEW Dynamite every Wednesday. Episodes of AEW Rampage have been live in recent weeks and the company offers its quarterly pay-per-view events. Ring of Honor is currently without television and AEW does not currently run non-televised events.
Fightful will have live coverage of AEW Rampage beginning at 10 p.m. ET on Friday.
