Tony Khan, the President of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), has been making waves with his recent comments on several key figures in the wrestling world. In a series of interviews to promote the upcoming episode of AEW Dynamite in Las Vegas, Khan discussed his thoughts on Powerhouse Hobbs, Britt Baker, and Steven Borden, offering insights that are both informative and thought-provoking. But here's where it gets controversial... Let's dive in!
Powerhouse Hobbs: A Fond Farewell
Khan began by praising Powerhouse Hobbs, who recently made his WWE debut after a notable run with AEW. Khan acknowledged Hobbs' significant contributions to AEW, stating, "I think Powerhouse Hobbs had a great run here in AEW. He started wrestling here in Jacksonville, where I am now, and had some great matches and became a champion in AEW. He’s a former TNT Champion, former World Trios Champion. I’ll always wish him all the best."
Steven Borden: A Star in the Making
The conversation then turned to Steven Borden, Sting's son, who has been wrestling dark matches at AEW events. When asked about Borden using his father's former ring music, Khan revealed, "It was my idea. It’s a song that was in a library, and we made a deal to get a certain number of plays. We haven’t used it on air yet, but we have a deal to use ‘Turbocharged,’ which is a track that was available through a music library, and I love licensing great music. That’s one of my favorite songs from my childhood. I think about it all the time, and I thought it would be really cool for Steven to come out to it."
Britt Baker: A Return Anticipated
Finally, Khan addressed Britt Baker's current status, noting that she has not wrestled for AEW since November 2024. Despite this, Khan expressed his belief that Baker will return, stating, "Britt’s somebody I really like and respect a lot. I definitely think as we’ve evolved, with more tag teams and singles wrestling opportunities across multiple shows, now that we have four hours of TV with Dynamite and Collision, I think there’s going to be more and more opportunities. Britt’s still somebody very highly regarded and respected here in AEW. I would expect to see Britt back in AEW. I just don’t want to say when."
These comments offer a glimpse into the strategic and personal considerations that go into managing a wrestling promotion. As the wrestling world eagerly awaits the upcoming episode of AEW Dynamite, these insights provide a fascinating look into the minds of those shaping the sport. So, what do you think? Do you agree with Khan's assessments? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
