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The Triple Threader - Apr. 10, 2023

Welcome to the Triple Threader, covering the three stories from the world of pro wrestling.

Merger Mayhem

First reported by CNBC, Endeavor Group and World Wrestling Entertainment have agreed to merge with UFC to form a new publicly traded company owned by the former organization. As a result of the deal, WWE and UFC are respectively valued at $9.3 billion and $12.1 billion. Ari Emanuel will be the CEO of both Endeavor and the new entity, while Vince McMahon will act as executive chairman. WWE CEO Nick Khan is expected to remain in his said role.

Wembley is All Elite

AEW President and CEO Tony Khan announced on Dynamite that the promotion is set to make its highly anticipated United Kingdom debut at Wembley Stadium with the event titled AEW All In on August 27. The event will also celebrate the centenaries of both the hallowed soccer stadium and movie studio Warner Bros., the sister company of AEW broadcasters TBS and TNT. All In was the name of a 2018 independent wrestling show held by Cody Rhodes and The Young Bucks.

Never Can Say Goodbye

A touching moment happened on Impact Wrestling this past Thursday. With his family by his side, longest reigning Impact World Champion Josh Alexander, coming off surgery from a torn tricep, was set to relinquish the title when his visibly emotional son Jett grabbed the belt. The “Walking Weapon was able to talk to his son and eventually hand over the title to company president Scott D’Amore. A new champion will be crowned on April 16 at Rebellion when Steve Maclin faces Kushida. You can see the video below.