What is AEW? All you need to know about the rival brand new WWE

Since former InterContinental WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, along with former members of the New Pro Japan Wrestling Elite faction, the Young Bucks have announced the creation of their own professional wrestling brand, All Elite Wrestling (AEW), The fight against the new brand has sparked keen interest in wrestling circles. The trio introduced the new brand on January 1, 2019, alongside financial partners Tony Khan and Shahid Khan, owners of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The brand has already signed a large number of independent stars, including Kenny Omega and former WWE stars such as Chris Jericho and Neville (now Pac). With AEW making its name, many wrestling experts predict it as the next destination of choice for many WWE stars who are not happy with their screenplay.

Here is everything you need to know about AEW:

[1965]. Q) When was AEW formulated?

In September 2018, independent wrestlers Cody Rhodes and Young Bucks at the time participated in an independent pay-per-view event called All In, which was a resounding success. After the event, rumors began to circulate that members of the Elite faction are about to launch their own wrestling brand. On January 1, 2019, Rhodes and Young Bucks officially announced the launch of AEW – the first promotional gathering taking place on January 8, 2019, followed by another on February 8, 2019. The brand's first parade took place on was announced for May 25, entitled Double or Nothing.

Q) Who owns AEW?

It seems to be a revolution – @CodyRhodes #AEW #DoubleOrNothing . .twitter.com / EUsNQit8MG

– Elite Struggle (@AEWrestling) 9 February 2019

The son of Dusty Rhodes, Cody, one of the founders of the WWE Hall of Famer Wrestling, with The Young Bucks. The trio will work as co-executive vice-presidents for the promotion. On February 8, 2019, # 1 global free agent, Kenny Omega, also announced his joining AEW and will also badume the role of Executive Vice President of the brand. The professional wrestling brand belongs to the businessman Shahid Khan and his son Tony Khan. The former will lead the company as an investor, while the latter will badume the duties of CEO of the company. Brandi Rhodes, the wife of Rhodes, will also take over the responsibility of the Brand Manager, while Christopher Daniels will badume the role of Head of Talent Relations.

Q) When and where will the first AEW event take place?

The AEW will hold several rallies at Madison Square Garden until the first edition of the pay-per-view television called "All In" which will take place on May 25, 2019. The brand has not still signed television contract, but according to PWInsider, several contracts are underway and one could be signed before May. Up to now, three fights have been announced for the pay-per-view:

1) Chris Jericho vs. Kenny Omega

2) Pac vs. the "Hanged" Adam Page

3) SoCal Uncensored (Christopher Daniels, Frankie Kazarian, Sky Scorpio) against Cima and two partners to announce

Q) What stars have signed with AEW?

Male Athletes: Chris Jericho, Christopher Daniels, Chuck Taylor, Frankie Kazarian, Cody, Frank Gerdelman, "Hangman" Adam Page, Stevie Woltz, Jimmy Havoc, James Mcahren, Joey Janela, The Jungle Boy , Jack Perry, Kenny Omega, Tyson Smith, Matt Jackson, Matt Mbadie, Maxwell Jacob Friedman, Nick Jackson, Pac, Penta El Zero M, Rey Fenix, Sammy Guevara, Sky Scorpion, Sonny Kiss, Trent Barreta

Q) Which WWE Stars would have been presumed to be in the lead AEW?

Several former WWE stars have already registered for AEW. The list includes Chris Jericho, Neville (named Pac) and former tag team champion, Billy Gunn, on the broadcast team (Producer). The brand also signed Kenny Omega and Adam & # 39; Hangman & # 39; Page, both highly targeted by the WWE.

According to rumors, former world champion Dean Ambrose, who has already announced his departure from WWE after Wrestlemania, could sign a deal with AEW. He refused a significant increase offered by the brand because he would be frustrated by his role in the company. In addition to Ambrose, the former team team champions, The Revival, would have a good chance of going to AEW soon for similar reasons. The former champion of Universal Finn Balor is another big star left out for two years and closely linked to AEW.

The biggest rumor that erupted last week was that 13-time world champion Randy Orton was "open to discussions" with AEW. He has been Rhodes' best friend for many years and could be attracted to the former WWE superstar in the AEW ring. Plus, Orton would be looking for a light schedule and a big salary, which the brand new brand could offer him.

Q) Why is it considered a threat to WWE?

The newly launched AEW is considered a threat to WWE because it offers WWE stars a very expensive destination if they are frustrated by their scenario. The WWE has a large number of superstars available, few big names are included in the important scenarios, and some of them do not even appear on TV for several weeks. If AEW signs a television deal, which rumors are about to be, it could really prompt WWE to stay in control of its superstars.

The WWE hearings have already been a resounding success after Roman Reigns left. The same trend occurred when CM Punk left the company in 2014 for similar reasons and when Daniel Bryan was forced to retire in 2016. With the departure of more superstars, the brand could suffer a new decline in the quality of its television programs.