During a media call ahead of AEW Revolution, Tony Khan voiced excitement about Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, calling it huge for All Elite Wrestling. He highlighted the secure future for AEW's platforms and expressed a desire to share airtime with UFC. Khan emphasized his strong relationships with key figures in the evolving media landscape.
On March 12, 2026, All Elite Wrestling President Tony Khan held a media call to discuss the upcoming Revolution pay-per-view event scheduled for March 15 in Los Angeles, California. Amid preparations for the show, which features matches like MJF defending the Men’s World Championship against “Hangman” Adam Page in a Texas Death match, Khan addressed the recent development where Paramount emerged as the favored bidder to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) after Netflix declined to match the offer.
AEW's television broadcasts air on TBS and TNT, with pay-per-views streaming on HBO Max, all under WBD. Khan described the relationship with WBD as the "lifeblood of AEW," noting it enables the promotion to build its roster and host events. He expressed enthusiasm for the deal, stating, “I think it will be huge for AEW because we know we’re going to be with TBS and TNT for a significant period of time already, and I expect to be with them for a long time to come. TBS, TNT, and HBO Max now have a very secure future.”
Khan pointed to his connections with Paramount through the National Football League, mentioning a positive relationship with David Ellison. He anticipated benefits from the combined Paramount+ and HBO Max streaming service, including expanded reach and innovation. Regarding UFC, which streams on Paramount+ and shares a parent company, TKO Group Holdings, with WWE, Khan said, “I would love to be on the same channel as UFC. I have a great relationship with Dana White and Hunter Campbell.” He acknowledged the competitive nature with WWE but saw potential positives in shared platforms.
The acquisition aims to integrate WBD's assets fully, unlike a potential Netflix deal that might have split TV and streaming rights. Khan remained optimistic about AEW's integration into the broader sports portfolio, including NFL content, without speculating on final outcomes.
