Tony Khan to Crown New National Champion at AEW Full Gear
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is set to reintroduce its National Championship. This news was announced by AEW President Tony Khan and broadcaster Tony Schiavone shortly before the AEW Dynamite event in Houston, Texas, which took place at the Bayou Music Center. The National Championship originally unified with the United States Championship in 1986, a result of a merger between Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling and Georgia Championship Wrestling.
Tony Khan’s Vision for the Championship
Tony Khan, a traditionalist in professional wrestling, has long aimed to bring the National Championship back into the spotlight. The title will not be limited to AEW, as Khan expressed enthusiasm for its defense across various promotions. Notable organizations include NJPW Strong and Ring of Honor, signaling a broader competitive landscape.
AEW Full Gear: Casino Gauntlet Match
The inaugural AEW National Champion will be crowned through a Casino Gauntlet Match at the upcoming Full Gear event. This match is scheduled for Saturday, November 22. Competitors have not yet been announced, heightening anticipation among fans.
Impact on AEW Programming
Though additional details regarding the National Championship were expected from Tony Schiavone, he was interrupted during AEW Dynamite by Samoa Joe and other wrestlers. This disruption kept Schiavone from elaborating on the championship during the live broadcast.
AEW Full Gear Match Card
The Full Gear event will feature an exciting lineup of matches:
- Hangman Adam Page (c) vs. Samoa Joe – AEW Men’s World Championship
- Kris Statlander (c) vs. Mercedes Moné – AEW Women’s World Championship
- Kyle Fletcher (c) vs. Mark Briscoe – TNT Championship (If Briscoe loses, he joins The Don Callis Family)
- Brodido (c) vs. FTR – AEW World Tag Team Championship
- Casino Gauntlet Match – To crown the inaugural AEW National Champion
- Million Dollar Trios Match: Kenny Omega and Jurassic Express vs. The Young Bucks and Josh Alexander
This reintroduction of the National Championship and the upcoming Full Gear event mark significant moments in AEW’s ongoing development and commitment to professional wrestling.
