Chris Jericho Is Tony Khan’s ‘Closest Confidant’ In AEW; More On CM Punk’s Return
All Elite Wrestling is planning a meeting between Tony Khan, CM Punk, Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler (FTR), Chris Jericho, and possibly others, according to reports. During a recent PWTorch audio show, wrestling journalist Wade Keller discussed the situation and provided some insight into the potential meeting.
Keller noted that Jericho is not an Executive Vice President like Kenny Omega, Nick Jackson & Matt Jackson, but he is considered by many to be a locker room leader.
“Jericho is the closest confidant of Tony Khan right now, when it comes to things that include him, but go beyond him… And it’s not just about Chris Jericho stuff, like Jericho is a sounding board. There are people in that company who tell Tony, ‘listen to Chris, listen to Chris, he’s been around.’ You can’t trust anybody 100% but Chris isn’t like some secret agent who’s sabotaging AEW.”
Keller also mentioned that Jericho had re-signed a new AEW contract last year to take on more backstage responsibilities, which demonstrates his loyalty to the company.
“Chris Jericho has proven himself to be loyal to AEW, especially since he signed a new deal last year. Jericho doesn’t appear likely to want to go back to WWE so he considers AEW his home now.”
However, Keller noted that there are people in AEW who do not want CM Punk back anytime soon.
“I think it’s well-known that he’s a draw. I also think it’s well-known that the welcome mat will not be rolled out for him in the locker room. The passion in that locker room against Punk in certain circles is unwavering. Punk has poured lighter fluid on that. Moxley and Brandon Cutler had been public. And there’s I think some people would surprise you in AEW, who would seem like neutral parties and all that who don’t want Punk back and they have reasons.”
Lastly, Keller discussed the views of The Young Bucks, stating that their heels are dug in and he does not see them reconciling with CM Punk.
“The other thing is, is it just sounds by every indication [that] The Bucks, The Young Bucks, Matt and Nick Jackson’s heels are dug in. And I think the Brandon Cutler comment adds to it. I just don’t see those parties reconciling.”
AEW is proceeding with its plans for the upcoming show, Collison, which will be launched with its first episode being broadcasted from the United Center in Chicago. This is where CM Punk is anticipated to make his return to AEW, despite any concerns that may exist. You can read more on that here.
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