Going Ringside Ep. 61: Big Vito is back & Tony Khanโs interesting week
On this episode of Going Ringside we're joined by legendary wrestler Big Vito who has been out of the industry for several years but is coming back to wrestling. In this episode you'll hear his very personal reason for coming back and where he wants to go. Also we explore AEW owner Tony Khan's interesting week from taking his first bump in the ring to wearing a neck brace at the NFL Draft to calling WWE the "Harvey Weinstein" of pro wrestling
Going Ringside Ep. 60: Swerve Strickland, NEW AEW champion returns
On this episode of Going Ringside the NEW AEW world champion Swerve Strickland returns. Fresh off his win over Samoa Joe at AEW Dynasty, the company's first African American champion has big plans. Also, on this episode we're joined by Lorenzo "The Juggernaut" Hunt who's also a world champion in bare knuckle fighting. He has a big fight in Los Angeles this weekend.
Going Ringside Ep. 45: AEW Owner Tony Khan
On this special episode of Going Ringside we're joined by AEW owner Tony Khan. In this episode we discuss several important issues in the wrestling world right now including AEW's longterm plans, the status of former Champion MJF and how they acquired "The Rated R Superstar" Adam Copeland. We also discuss the importance of Jacksonville to their business as the promotion returns home to Daily's Place January 10th.
Going Ringside Ep. 42: Swerve Strickland, inside the AEW starโs meteoric rise
On this episode of Going Ringside AEW's newest superstar Swerve Strickland sits down to talk about his meteoric rise in 2023 to global star. Strickland talks about past and potentially present feuds including Keith Lee, John Moxley and MJF. He also talks about the upcoming AEW show in Jacksonville on January 10.
Going Ringside Ep. 17: How Jacksonville turned into THE UFC & Pro Wrestling hotbed
In this episode of "Going Ringside with The Local Station" we sit down with Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry to discuss the UFC relationship he's developed during his term along with other fighting leagues like All Elite Wrestling. We also preview the UFC event in Jacksonville June 24th. There's also an interview with the host of the "Jenerally Sepaking" Podcast.
Going Ringside Ep. 1: How Jacksonville became the center of the wresting world
When Jacksonville became the center of the world of professional wrestling over the past five years News4JAX began to take notice. We have been chronicling the rise of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) started by Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner Shad Khan.
Jaguars & AEW overlap as two unique sports & entertainment products
At TIAA Bank Field, there have been things going on over the past two years that arenโt going on at any other stadium in the NFL. Thatโs because the Khan family, who owns the Jaguars, has expanded beyond the world of sports. The Khans have spent tens of millions of dollars bringing sports entertainment to the stadium complex, as well.
Shaq set to compete in AEW wrestling match in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ One of the biggest names in sports is heading to Jacksonville to compete Wednesday in a professional wrestling match. Shaquille OโNeal is slated to compete in a match for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) at Dailyโs Place where the wrestling promotion tapes Dynamite, its weekly wrestling show that airs on TNT on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on TNT. OโNeal will be starring in whatโs called a mixed tag team match, or a match when thereโs a man and woman on each team. Jim Ross, the lead commentator for AEW, said the organization expects to see media from across the country descend on Dailyโs Place for Wednesdayโs match to watch Shaq wrestle. But sheโs a wrestling fan, which is great.โAnd OโNeal isnโt the only high-profile celebrity AEW has attracted to Jacksonville in recent months.
Professional wrestler Jon Huber dies at 41
JACKSONVILLE, Fla โ Professional wrestler Jon Huber, 41, who many fans knew as Luke Harper and Brodie Lee, died Saturday from a non-COVID-19-related lung issue, according to his wife, Amanda. Huber most recently was part of All Elite Wrestling. Since the coronavirus pandemic, most of AEWโs shows have been broadcast live from Dailyโs Place on Wednesday nights. Huber played the role of Brodie Lee in this promotion. Prior to AEW, Huber wrestled for World Wrestling Entertainment as Luke Harper.
Luke Perry's Son Jack Looks Just Like His Dad at New York Comic Con
Jack Perry, a pro wrestler who goes by the name Jungle Boy, stepped out in New York City on Friday for New York Comic Con, and he looked more like his dad than ever. Two days after Luke died, Jack paid tribute with a heartbreaking and inspiring post on Instagram. To me, he was always Dad," Jack began the message. While promoting TNT's All Elite Wrestling's live weekly matches that same month, Jack also opened up to ET about his dad. RELATED CONTENT:2019 Emmys Honor Peter Fonda, Luke Perry and More in Emotional 'In Memoriam''Riverdale' Boss Shares Emotional Photo of Molly Ringwald and KJ Apa Honoring Luke Perry in Season 4 PremiereLuke Perry's Son Jack on How His Dad Inspired His Career Path (Exclusive)
All Elite Wrestling's Fight for the Fallen takes over Daily's Place
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - There was a big event Saturday night at Dailys Place outside TIAA Bank Field, but wasnt football or a concert. The new All Elite Wrestling, or AEW, hosted its first live event in Jacksonville called Fight for the Fallen. But Saturday night's event in Jacksonville -- the first one to come to where the company is headquartered -- was livestreamed for free on Bleacher Report. At the end of the event, Shad Khan presented a $150,000 donation to the Jacksonville's Victim Assistance Advisory Council on behalf of AEW wrestlers and Farrah and Farrah. At conclusion of last nights Fight for the Fallen at Dailys Place, @Jaguars Owner and @AEWrestling Principal Shad Khan presented a $150K donation to the Jacksonvilles Victim Assistance Advisory Council on behalf of AEW wrestlers and Farrah and Farrah.