One big thing: Tony Khan hints at women’s version of Casino Gauntlet match
AEW President Tony Khan has expressed interest in introducing a women’s version of the Casino Gauntlet match, potentially expanding the popular stipulation to a new division.
Why it matters
• The Casino Gauntlet match has quickly become a fan-favorite stipulation since its introduction in April 2024.
• Expanding it to the women’s division could provide new opportunities and spotlight for female talent.
• It demonstrates AEW’s commitment to evolving their match types and showcasing their women’s roster.
By the numbers
• 3 Casino Gauntlet matches have been held so far
• Will Ospreay won the first two iterations
• Christian Cage won the third at All In London
What they’re saying
Tony Khan on the potential for a women’s Casino Gauntlet match:
“It would be great to advertise and build up in the future. And the Casino Gauntlet match is something that I invented this year, and it has really taken off. All three of them have been incredibly well received.”
The big picture
While no women’s Casino Gauntlet match is currently scheduled, AEW’s All Out 2024 will feature two women’s matches:
• Mercedes Mone vs. Hikaru Shida for the TBS Championship
• Willow Nightingale vs. Kris Statlander in a Chicago Street Fight
What’s next
Khan expressed interest in bringing the Casino Gauntlet match to Chicago, the site of All Out, at some point in the future. The introduction of a women’s version could provide a fresh dynamic to AEW’s pay-per-view events and weekly television.
What do you think about the possibility of a women’s Casino Gauntlet match? Who would you like to see compete in such a match? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
