Why AEW Grand Slam: Australia’s Ring Looked Noticeably Smaller

AEW’s Grand Slam: Australia had its fair share of issues, but one of the biggest talking points isn’t just the seating disaster—it’s the tiny ring they used for the show.

Fans watching the February 15 broadcast after the NBA game couldn’t help but notice that the ring looked way smaller than usual. Social media was filled with comments pointing out the awkward size difference, with one viewer even joking, “Was this ring built for ants?”

The reason? AEW didn’t use their own ring. Instead of shipping in their standard setup, the company borrowed a ring from a local independent wrestling promotion. That decision was painfully obvious when the show aired, as the ring was completely dwarfed by the venue, leaving an excessive amount of empty space around it that looked awful on TV.

Ringside News confirmed that AEW opted to borrow the ring rather than flying in their own and having it constructed properly. The result? A presentation that felt completely off compared to AEW’s usual production.

This isn’t the only issue AEW Grand Slam: Australia has faced. Fans were already frustrated after paying thousands for premium seats, only to end up nowhere near where they expected—without any refund or price adjustment. Now, the ring situation has only added to the frustration, making the event feel far from the “massive” show AEW hyped it up to be.