“Top Secret”: Tony Khan’s Iron Fist Exposed After Production Crew’s Lack of Direction Emerges

It is public knowledge that Tony Khan takes competition with WWE very seriously and has no special appreciation for the company. He himself has confirmed this in the past, comparing WWE to Harvey Weinstein and stating that his problem with the company is a “personal” thing. However, until now, his actions have been limited to statements and comments in the media and social networks.

However, it seems like he loves taking things way ahead and way too seriously. A renowned pro wrestling insider has revealed that Tony Khan tries to avoid matchup leaks just like any other promotion does. But things can be called a little crazy when even the wrestlers aren’t aware of the match card. As revealed in a recent podcast episode.

Tony Khan takes secrecy to the next level

In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Figure Four Online podcast, Bryan Alvarez wanted to put it all out on the table. Going further in his analysis of All Elite Wrestling. And it was during this conversation that he revealed that Tony Khan believes in having an iron fist when it comes to some elements of his show. One of which is keeping his match card a secret.

So in the podcast, Alvarez said, “It’s top secret what the matches are gonna be. They don’t even tell the production people until like an hour before the show. — Nobody knows anything! He (Tony Khan) keeps everything TOP SECRET from everybody.” And it is the same Tony Khan who is often called out for trying to be too nice and friendly with his wrestlers.

So it is quite interesting to see that the AEW President can also be a bit stern when the situation calls for it. Especially when the company is unable to find a proper creative direction. As they have failed to establish a face of the promotion till now. However, several may also criticize him for showing distrust toward his own superstars. This may result in more backstage heat, something that All Elite Wrestling is already infamous for. And surely Khan would try to avoid more bad publicity.

But he does believe in criticism. In fact, he also believes that there should be some online banter. Something that often surrounds the Jacksonville-based promotion. Khan and AEW are often criticized by fans, pundits, and, at times, even other wrestlers. But it looks like Tony Khan wants more of this to take place.

Tony Khan believes that social media is very important for AEW

Since AEW’s founding in 2019, Tony Khan has been very active on social media, interacting with fans and even participating in discussions with other personalities in the community. Likewise, it is common to see him actively promoting AEW events and reacting to some of the matches that take place in the company.

During his appearance on The Rocker Morning Show, Tony Khan noted that social media plays a crucial role for AEW and that online discussions contribute to healthy competition with WWE. In addition, he highlighted that, unlike in the past, the internet and social networks considerably benefit the economies of wrestling companies. As Tony Khan mentions, social media is extremely relevant today, whether for better or worse. Unlike him, other figures like Jon Moxley don’t seem to appreciate the use of social media as much. And choose to stay away from the toxicity often found on these platforms.