Drama is heating up between wrestling giants WWE and AEW! After WWE NXTs successful event at Philadelphias legendary 2300 Arena earlier this month, the brand aimed to keep the momentum rolling by booking the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. But according to the latest reports, AEW had already swooped in and secured their dates, putting a stop to WWEs plans.
Sources like Beyond the Bells Andrew Zarian and Fightful Selects Sean Ross Sapp revealed that AEW has locked in the Hammerstein Ballroom for December 20th, where theyll host the highly-anticipated ROH Final Battle, followed by an episode of AEW Collision on December 21st. Wrestling Observer Newsletters Dave Meltzer added that WWE NXTs desired date was just too close to AEWs booked shows, leading to an inevitable clash that NXT couldnt win.
This isnt just any venue, either. The Hammerstein Ballroom holds a special place in wrestling history. It was the home of many classic ECW events before WWE held its unforgettable One Night Stand pay-per-views in 2005 and 2006. Its no wonder WWE wanted to mark its territory here again.
With this latest venue drama, its clear that WWE and AEW are not just battling in the ring but in the business of securing prime wrestling real estate. The race to book iconic venues signals that the competition between these two powerhouses is more intense than ever.
So, whats your take on WWEs thwarted plans? Do you think AEW securing the Hammerstein Ballroom is a smart move, or should WWE have won this round? Drop your thoughts below and lets get the conversation rolling!
