Tony Khan Says AEW’s First U.S. Stadium Show Is Just the Beginning

AEW’s biggest U.S. show to date hasn’t even gone down yet, but Tony Khan is already thinking bigger. The AEW President made it clear that All In: Texas at Globe Life Field isn’t a one-time deal—it’s part of a long-term plan to bring AEW to more major stadiums across the country.

Khan opened up about AEW’s future during a recent interview with TMZ Sports, where he explained how All In: Texas represents a huge step for the company—and why fans can expect more large-scale shows like it.

Before diving into stadium plans, Khan reflected on AEW’s recent success at top arenas like Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where AEW Revolution drew a massive crowd.

“Absolutely. And we also have great relationships at the top arenas. I don’t want to overlook that because I think I’d be remiss if I don’t bring up the success of Revolution at Crypto.com Arena. And that was really special for me, having been to that building and seen Shaq and Kobe play. And Kobe and Pau Gasol and these great teams. And somebody that has worked with Shaq in AEW, that looks up and idolizes Shaq — to be able to go, formerly the Staples Center, now the Crypto.com Arena, and have AEW put in such a huge crowd, pack the place for AEW Revolution, that was really cool.”

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But now, AEW is leveling up. With All In: Texas marking AEW’s first stadium show of this size in the U.S., Khan says the success they’re already seeing in Arlington is a sign of things to come.

“And now, scaling up to go to a stadium for the first time ever of this size for our first Texas pay-per-view — it’s really cool. And based on the success we’re having in Arlington, Texas, I think it bodes well for more huge shows around Texas and more huge shows in America.”

The company’s move to larger stadiums is seen as a major statement, especially with WWE frequently running stadium shows for its biggest events. AEW planting its flag in that territory shows Khan isn’t afraid to go toe-to-toe when it comes to drawing massive crowds.

All eyes are now on Globe Life Field next weekend, but if Khan’s words are anything to go by, this is just the start of AEW’s stadium takeover.

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