As you know, AEW is fighting the battle to become the number one professional wrestling promotion as they wish to dethrone WWE from the top spot. This intensified when WWE’s Chief Creative Officer, Triple H, referred to AEW as a ‘secondary promotion’ in the documentary ‘The American Nightmare’ on Peacock released last year in 2023. This statement led to a response from AEW owner Tony Khan, claiming that AEW is not secondary, especially in the United Kingdom, and that WWE is secondary in several markets.
AEW’s Rapid Growth
All Elite Wrestling, commonly known as AEW, was established in 2019 and has since made significant strides in the professional wrestling industry. Despite being relatively new with only five years in the business, AEW has captured the attention of wrestling fans worldwide and is expanding its market presence steadily. Tony Khan’s assertion that AEW is not a secondary promotion underscores the brand’s ambition and progress.
WWE’s Dominance and Rich History
On the other hand, WWE has more than 50 years of rich history in professional wrestling. Its long-standing presence and influence in the industry make it a towering figure. WWE’s extensive experience and well-established reputation set a high benchmark for any new entrant, including AEW. Moreover, many other professional wrestling organizations such as Impact Wrestling, New Japan Pro Wrestling, Ring of Honor, etc. also have more than 20 years of experience in pro wrestling.
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Future Prospects and Industry Evolution
Despite AEW currently being seen as a secondary promotion when looking at numbers, its rapid growth and increasing popularity hint at a promising future. WWE Hall of Famer Booker T has also mentioned that being secondary is not necessarily negative and can be viewed as a significant achievement for AEW in such a short time.
In conclusion, while WWE remains the dominant force in professional wrestling, AEW’s progress is noteworthy. It would be great to see how AEW competes with the growing popularity of WWE.
