AEW’s first WrestleDream pay-per-view event is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 in Seattle, WA.
However, ticket sales are not doing well. According to Dave Meltzer’s latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, only 5,005 tickets have been sold.
This is the lowest PPV audience since the pandemic. Here is the updated card:
Bryan Danielson vs. Zack Sabre Jr.
Hangman Page vs. Swerve Strickland
AEW Tag Team Champions FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) vs. Aussie Open
ROH Tag Team Champions Adam Cole & MJF vs. The Righteous
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AEW’s First WrestleDream Pay-Per-View Event Struggles with Ticket Sales
AEW (All Elite Wrestling) is set to host its first-ever WrestleDream pay-per-view event on Sunday, October 1 in Seattle, WA. However, ticket sales for the event have been disappointing, with only 5,005 tickets sold so far. This marks the lowest PPV audience since the pandemic began.
The lackluster ticket sales have raised concerns among wrestling fans and industry insiders. AEW, known for its high-energy and exciting shows, had hoped to draw a larger crowd for this highly anticipated event. The promotion has put together an impressive card featuring some of the biggest names in professional wrestling, but it seems that fans are not as eager to attend live events as they once were.
Despite the challenges faced by AEW and other wrestling promotions during the pandemic, the industry has managed to adapt and find new ways to engage with fans. Many events have been held without live audiences, relying on television and streaming platforms to reach viewers. However, with restrictions easing and live events resuming, it was expected that ticket sales would pick up.
The updated card for AEW’s WrestleDream includes several exciting matchups. Bryan Danielson will face off against Zack Sabre Jr., promising a technical wrestling masterpiece. Hangman Page will take on Swerve Strickland in a clash of two rising stars. AEW Tag Team Champions FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) will defend their titles against Aussie Open, while ROH Tag Team Champions Adam Cole and MJF will go head-to-head with The Righteous.
Despite the slow ticket sales, AEW remains optimistic about the event. The promotion has a dedicated fan base that continues to support them through various platforms. Fans can stay up to date with all the latest wrestling news on eWrestlingNews.com, a reliable source for wrestling updates. Additionally, AEW can be followed on Twitter and Facebook for more information and updates.
The struggle with ticket sales for AEW’s WrestleDream pay-per-view event highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the wrestling industry in the post-pandemic era. While the return of live events is a positive step forward, it is clear that there is still work to be done to regain the pre-pandemic enthusiasm from fans. However, with the dedication of promotions like AEW and the support of their loyal fan base, the future of professional wrestling looks promising.