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LONDON – Following the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door event, a media scrum took place featuring key figures like Mercedes Mone, Tony Khan, Brody King, and Bandido.
Renee Paquette introduced Tony Khan, who celebrated the success of AEW and NJPW’s co-promotion, marking the largest attended wrestling event at the O2 Arena.
The TBS Champion, Mercedes Mone, was the first to address the media.
Mercedes Mone at the Media Scrum
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Mone remained in character, requesting a celebration on Dynamite from Tony Khan, who agreed. She expressed her displeasure with Stardom’s late announcement of Bozilla for a match.
When asked about inspiring women globally, she stated:
“What I have always wanted to do is make women’s wrestling global, make people care about what we do, about women’s wrestling.”
“I want people to know that women’s wrestling is the best, and we are number one. We belong. All Elite women are here. We are the greatest, and this is the greatest women’s roster as I am the greatest TBS champion.“
Mone also mentioned finally finding good food in England, a previous challenge for her.
Whenever her loss to Toni Storm at All In was mentioned, Mone simply said, “I don’t want to talk about my past.” Khan expressed interest in a potential rematch.
Kyle Fletcher’s Comments
The TNT Champion, Kyle Fletcher, was next.Paquette thanked him for not bringing Don Callis. it was noted that Fletcher received stitches after his match with Hiromu Takahashi.
Fletcher stated his ambition to be the best TNT Champion ever. He acknowledged his partner Mark Davis’s injury struggles and called the TNT title the biggest achievement of his career. He remains focused on the TNT title when asked about potentially challenging for Kazuchika Okada‘s Continental title.
Brody King and Bandido’s Partnership
Brody King highlighted his eight-year friendship with Bandido, noting their shared history with ROH and their time wrestling on the independent circuit.
Khan presented Bandido with a signed jersey from Fulham player Raul Jimenez,which Bandido greatly appreciated. Khan suggested a Bandido mask in return for Jimenez.
King addressed the Abolish ICE t-shirt he released:
“I come from a very punk rock, hardcore background and that’s stuff is normal in our world. So speaking on injustices and whatever else is meaningful to me. I appreciate that i work for a company that allows us to have our own voice, whether I ask for it or not.”
“Using your platform for good or just to help in any capacity is the right thing to do.”
When asked about potentially facing Adam Copeland and Christian, king mentioned his history with both. Bandido attributed their chemistry to King’s lucha style and training.
Regarding Buddy Matthews, King expressed hope for his happiness and looked forward to pursuing the trios titles upon his return.
“I want Buddy to get well soon,” Khan commented.“He’s been a great wrestler and partner for Brody.”
khan noted the chemistry between King and Bandido from their time in Ring of Honor. He also mentioned Bandido’s upcoming match against Hechicero. Bandido mentioned partying with tequila before they departed.
Tony Khan promoted the return to the UK in December.
tony Khan’s Perspective
Before taking questions, Khan questioned the media about MJF’s conduct as a championship challenger. He then announced that Casino Gauntlet contracts for AEW World title shots would require one week’s notice.
He discussed making their debut in Scotland and noted the unexpected increase in TV ratings when simulcasting on Max began.
Regarding the increase in women’s wrestling on the show, Khan credited the great roster and ongoing rivalries, specifically mentioning Mone, Toni Storm, and Athena.
Khan acknowledged that he doesn’t know if they break the one million viewers mark between cable and streaming. He knows they are one of the best sports franchises on Max but that’s it.
He addressed the increase in vignettes, stating that he is writing more of the shows now, creating outlines and bouncing ideas off others. He compared it to episodes of Seinfeld with too many writers.
Khan praised Jon Moxley as the greatest world champion he’s ever known and highlighted his importance to the company. He also mentioned the presence of Dr. Martha Hart and Oje Hart at the show.
Paquette responded in character to a question about being married to jon Moxley, stating she would address his actions with Darby Allin.
khan praised Ospreay for injecting new life into the promotion.
Khan spoke about Tanahashi having his final match in London and called it a special night.
The media scrum concluded without anyone asking about the cost of MMMBop for the Young Bucks’ ring music.
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