AEW, known for its successful collaborations with top wrestling promotions, is reportedly looking to expand its partnerships, and recent reports suggest that the company may be eyeing a collaboration with STARDOM, a prominent Japanese wrestling promotion. STARDOM is renowned for its status alongside NJPW as one of the top promotions in Japan.
The potential partnership gains significance due to recent changes within STARDOM, including the termination of former president and co-founder Rossy Ogawa by Bushiroad, the current owner.
According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, AEW is optimistic about working more extensively with STARDOM this year, alongside ongoing collaborations with NJPW and CMLL. The termination of Rossy Ogawa is seen as a positive development, with AEW believing it will make collaboration with STARDOM smoother.
There was the hope from the AEW standpoint that things would be easier working with Bushiroad without Rossy Ogawa there.
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This news is likely to excite fans of both AEW and STARDOM, as such collaborations often lead to exciting cross-promotional events and matchups.
In a separate development, former WWE Head Writer Vince Russo shared his critical views on AEW CEO Tony Khan’s decision to acquire Ring of Honor (ROH). Russo questioned the value of ROH and suggested that Khan’s decision was driven by being a fan of the promotion. Despite the acquisition, Russo expressed skepticism about ROH’s profitability and its potential appeal to a broader audience.
Ring of Honor, historically significant in professional wrestling, has been home to numerous top talents who later found success in WWE and AEW. The acquisition of ROH by Tony Khan has sparked discussions about the future direction and potential impact of the promotion within the industry.
