AEW President Tony Khan has often been thetarget of criticism from both online commentatorsand industry veterans. Unfortunately, AEW is currently dealing with tons of injuries and Khan has now revealed he considered starting an injury report show in AEW.
Injuries are an unavoidable aspect of wrestling, capable of unexpectedly sidelining superstars at any moment. This reality poses challenges for bookers who must adapt carefully crafted schedules at a moments notice. Tony Khans AEW has recently experienced this firsthand, as several of its top stars have been sidelined due to injuries.
While speaking to Wrestling Observer Radio, Tony Khan talked about the communication of injuries within AEW, noting various considerations that influence their approach. He pointed out concerns about respecting wrestlers privacy when it comes to personal medical issues, which sometimes restricts the amount of information shared publicly.
In response to suggestions about improving transparency, Khan mentioned contemplating the idea of an injury report show. He explained potential formats, such as discussing injury updates on social media, as a way to keep fans informed while respecting wrestlers comfort levels with disclosing injury details.
Dax Harwood is the latest talent facing setback due to lower back issue, revealing hell be sidelined from action while Darby Allin is also on the shelf, among many others. Regardless, well have to see how AEW will continue to combat their multiple injury issues.
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