Tony Khan, the president of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), recently shared some exciting news for the promotion as the year 2025 draws to a close. Despite facing challenges in the United States with declining viewership and ratings in the 18-49 demographic, AEW has seen a significant increase in viewership in the United Kingdom.
While their weekly show attendance in the US has been lackluster, AEW has experienced success internationally in countries like Australia, Mexico, and the UK. Khan took to Twitter to announce that AEW’s television audience in the UK has grown on ITV4, with Dynamite seeing a 54% increase in viewership year on year and Collision experiencing a 60% increase.
As AEW gears up for two upcoming shows in the UK, Collision: Winter is Coming in Cardiff, Wales, and Holiday Bash in Manchester, fans can expect some blockbuster matches. These events will feature matches from the Continental Classic tournament, with the semifinals shaping up as the tournament reaches its halfway mark.
Some of the confirmed matches for the two shows include a TNT Championship bout between Mark Briscoe and Daniel Garcia, Kris Statlander & Jamie Hayter vs. Sisters of Sin, and Swerve Strickland vs. Josh Alexander at Collision: Winter is Coming. On the other hand, Holiday Bash will feature The Elite taking on the Don Callis Family, FTR defending their World Tag Team Championships against Bang Bang Gang, and a Dynamite Diamond Battle Royale.
With a series of weekly shows and an international tour on the horizon, AEW is on a strong run to close out the year. The promotion will culminate its 2025 calendar with shows in the US, including the highly anticipated Worlds End pay-per-view. Fans can look forward to an action-packed end to the year from AEW.
In conclusion, AEW’s success in the UK is a testament to the promotion’s global appeal and growing fanbase. As they continue to expand their reach and deliver exciting matches, AEW is poised for a bright future in the world of professional wrestling. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting events from AEW in the coming year.
