AEW President Tony Khan addressed Tommaso Ciampa’s recent signing with AEW during tonight’s episode of Dynamite. Earlier this month, it was revealed that Ciampa’s contract with WWE had expired, and he opted not to renew it, confirming his departure from the company as his name was removed from WWE’s roster page yesterday.
Making his AEW debut this evening, Ciampa accepted Mark Briscoe’s open challenge for the TNT Championship match set for this Saturday at AEW Collision. Following his appearance, it was officially announced that Tommaso Ciampa is now part of the All Elite Wrestling roster.
After the show, Tony Khan took to social media to confirm the news, stating, “He arrives on #AEWDynamite tonight to answer Mark Briscoe’s TNT Title Open Challenge this Saturday at #AEWCollision, and now it’s official: Tommaso Ciampa is All Elite!” Ciampa joins a growing list of new AEW signees for 2026, including Jake Doyle (Jake Something), Desmond Xavier, Zachary Wentz, Myron Reed, Zyda Steele, Mascara Dorada, Persephone, Alec Price, and Jordan Oliver.
Fan Take:
Tommaso Ciampa’s move to AEW is a significant boost for the company, adding a seasoned and highly respected performer to its roster. This signing not only strengthens AEW’s talent pool but also raises the stakes for the TNT Championship scene, promising exciting matchups and fresh storylines for wrestling fans.
