The true reason behind AEW rescheduling its upcoming pay-per-view events has been disclosed, with the event dates having been changed multiple times. The “Death Before Dishonor” event, initially planned for July 11, was pushed to September 5 earlier this year. However, just last week, the September date was scrapped in favor of August 29, unveiling the rationale behind the latest change.
According to Wrestling Observer’s newsletter, Dave Meltzer revealed that the most recent date shift was due to a personal engagement in Tony Khan’s schedule. Khan had committed to attending a wedding on the previously announced September date. Meltzer noted that since Khan rarely misses any AEW TV events, he wouldn’t have been able to attend the original alternative date on September 5. Khan has emphasized that he maintains creative control over his brands but often consults with AEW stars.
Currently, the “Death Before Dishonor” show remains set to take place at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, though no matches have yet been confirmed for the event.
Fan Take: This scheduling shuffle highlights Tony Khan’s hands-on role and the balancing act behind the scenes in AEW. For fans, this means the promotion is committed to delivering quality events without compromising key personal commitments, ultimately benefiting the storytelling and the sport’s growth.
