Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer is now reporting that the deal is for four years and is worth $175 million. The deal also gives TNT an option to renew for another year, till 2024.
A press release providing details of the new deal stated that since it has been on air, AEW Dynamite has reached over 32 million people across all platforms. Tony Khan was jubilant about the news. He said:
The press release also stated that AEW will launch another show, but no details of that have been provided so far. On the subject of the additional show, Meltzer stated:
From the sound of things, AEW fans will be treated to an additional night of wrestling every week. It’s not clear whether this will be on TNT or if the show will be on the other WarnerMedia channels like TBS and truTV.
Whatever happens, the deal is a huge win for AEW, and cements their arrival on the pro wrestling scene.
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