Clumsy Escape by Tony Khan Amid Chaos at AEW Double or Nothing
In a jaw-dropping finale to AEW’s fifth-anniversary Double or Nothing show, a chaotic sequence of events led to Tony Khan, the company’s CEO, making a less-than-graceful exit from the stage. The main event, a high-octane match between The Elite and Team AEW, featured an unexpected twist when Khan, who had allegedly orchestrated the chaos, became part of the action.
The match lineup was a who’s who of wrestling stars, with The Young Bucks, Jack Perry, and Kazuchika Okada squaring off against Bryan Danielson, Cash Wheeler, Dax Harwood, and Darby Allin, who were defending Khan and the company. As tensions soared, Darby Allin pushed the envelope by almost drowning Jack Perry in an ice bucket, only for Perry to retaliate by attempting to run him over. Amidst this pandemonium, Perry introduced Khan into the fray, hinting at past backstage drama during AEW’s All In event.
As if the scene wasn’t already explosive, Allin upped the ante by setting Jungle Boy on fire using a flamethrower. In the midst of the blazing chaos, Khan made a desperate and comically awkward escape that wasn’t captured by the official broadcast cameras but was later revealed through fan footage. The video, which quickly went viral, shows Khan rolling down the ramp in a haphazard manner before scrambling to the backstage area. The clumsy nature of his escape sparked a flurry of online discussions and memes.
Chaos. Chaos fucking everywhere. They tried to kill @TonyKhan !! #AEWDoN pic.twitter.com/yuOSlA5FIb
— *Annabelle* (@bananabelle87) May 27, 2024
Despite his awkward departure, Khan’s absence from the continuing brawl might have been a strategic move. Fans, amused by the footage, took to social media to express their relief that Khan didn’t participate in the match itself, as his performance left much to be desired. The Elite ultimately emerged victorious, ensuring that the intense feud will rage on.
In a twist of events that only added to the night’s controversy, fans were left fuming over Tony Khan’s booking decisions, particularly regarding Mercedes Mone’s debut match. Mone, who had made waves with her arrival at AEW’s Big Business event in March, finally stepped into the ring at Double or Nothing. Her match, however, ended in disappointment for many as she defeated Willow Nightingale to claim the TBS Championship.
The buildup to Mone’s in-ring debut had been long-awaited, with fans growing increasingly impatient with her series of promos. The decision to have her win the title in her first match was met with backlash, especially from Nightingale’s supporters. Nightingale had become a beloved figure after clinching the championship in April at AEW Dynasty. The abrupt end to her reign left many fans feeling shortchanged and questioning the storyline’s execution.
During the post-event media scrum, it was disclosed that Mone’s match had been in the works for some time, aiming to make a significant impact. However, the execution fell flat for a portion of the audience, who felt that the build-up did not justify the outcome. As fans continue to voice their opinions, it’s clear that AEW’s storytelling decisions will remain a hot topic.
Tony Khan’s stumble, both literal and figurative, at Double or Nothing has added another layer to the ever-dramatic world of professional wrestling. The CEO’s attempt to flee amidst the chaos, paired with controversial booking choices, ensures that AEW fans will be talking about this event for a long time.
