Tony Khan landed himself in some trouble once again. The AEW personality had recently called out WWE for booking Jinder Mahal in the latest episode of Monday Night Raw despite his losing streak. However, the concern of the president of AEW emerged with how Mahal, who hasn’t won a single match in a year, can challenge Seth Rollins for his World Heavyweight Championship title. However, looks like fans have their opinions to share now.
Pro wrestling fans lambast Tony Khan’s statement
In a tweet, Khan called out WWE by stating that the promotion has “really put AEW to its place” after booking Jinder Mahal for the match. It could be assumed that this comment by Khan was a sarcastic one. On top of that, he also stated, “Do it more often.” This is something that fans did not like.
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A moral victory for USA is one win more than their World Title challenger Jinder Mahal has in the past 364 days… because it's been literally a full year since he won a match.
You really put AEW in our place getting Jinder Mahal in a big match on your tv show. Do it more often https://t.co/0kpuUsvkm1— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) January 9, 2024
Many fans are aware that Tony Khan is notoriously famous for booking his matches based on the ratings of Cagematch. Due to this, he has received some backlash from the fans of the sport. Although it is not proven, it has become the recent talk of the town.
While it might look like Khan might be venting out his frustration after the network tried to pull his leg. However, who could have thought that an army of fans would flock to the comment section to show their reaction to Khan’s comments?
What followed this was an army of fans flocking to the comment sections to have a word with Tony Khan. Fans showed their anger and disappointment at the 41-year-old as many deemed the comment childish.
Lmao are you 12 years old?
— Rob Kimbell (@RobKSports) January 9, 2024
One fan commented that calling out Jinder Mahal might not be the right move. According to the fan, Mahal “outdraws” the entire current roster of AEW.
Jinder Mahal outdraws your whole roster💀💀💀💀💀
— Jason (@jason23lake) January 9, 2024
One fan decided to share a hilarious gif showing what Jinder Mahal might be feeling after seeing Tony Khan’s tweet.
Jinder Mahal right now: pic.twitter.com/lnP0W484Ho
— Rami Hanna (@WhoElseButRami) January 9, 2024
Another fan decided to take a hilarious spin on this comment. The fan suggested that AEW should start running drug tests on their executives as well.
I wonder if @AEW upper management is required to provide mandatory weekly drug testing? I'm going to assume NO🌨️
— MrTeshk (@MrTeshk) January 9, 2024
A fan tried to remind Tony Khan what his priorities should be right now. The fan highlighted the fact that AEW’s ratings have been dwindling and that the Khan-family-owned NFL team, Jacksonville Jaguars has been struggling this season.
Mr. Khan your football team missed the playoffs and AEW’s ratings are rapidly declining you don’t need to be hindering Jinder on Twitter
— Andrew (@Gucci_Gotch) January 9, 2024
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One fan reacted by sharing a clip of Jinder Mahal’s entrance at WWE. Along with that, the fan wrote the caption, “Honestly respect jinder?”
Honestly respect jinder? pic.twitter.com/Ep39Qk2FT6
— FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) January 9, 2024
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How do you think this new feud between Tony Khan and the pro wrestling community will end?
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