In a surprising turn of events, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) president Tony Khan has expressed interest in holding a Women’s Casino Gauntlet match, despite facing backlash from some in the wrestling community.
The Casino Gauntlet match, which has become a staple in AEW’s Double or Nothing pay-per-view event, features a unique format where participants enter in timed intervals and the last wrestler standing is declared the winner. The match has received praise for its fast-paced action and unpredictability, leading Khan to consider the possibility of introducing a women’s version of the match.
In an interview with eWrestlingNews, Khan discussed his thoughts on the potential Women’s Casino Gauntlet match, saying that he believes it would provide a platform for AEW’s talented female roster to showcase their abilities in a high-stakes environment. He added that he is committed to promoting diversity and equality in the wrestling industry and sees the match as a step in the right direction.
However, not everyone is on board with the idea. Actor and former WWE creative team member Freddie Prinze Jr. took to Twitter to voice his disapproval of the concept, arguing that segregating women’s matches into their own specific gimmick matches is counterproductive to the goal of achieving true gender equality in wrestling.
Prinze Jr. went on to criticize Khan’s decision, suggesting that rather than creating separate matches for women, promotions should focus on integrating the female wrestlers into the main event scene and giving them equal opportunities to compete against their male counterparts.
The debate over the Women’s Casino Gauntlet match has sparked a heated discussion within the wrestling community, with fans and industry insiders weighing in on both sides of the issue. While some see it as a positive step towards gender inclusivity, others believe it could perpetuate the idea of women’s wrestling as a separate and lesser entity within the industry.
As of now, it remains to be seen whether Khan will move forward with his plans for a Women’s Casino Gauntlet match or if he will take the criticism into consideration and explore alternative ways to elevate the AEW women’s division. Regardless of the outcome, one thing is for certain – the conversation surrounding gender equality in wrestling is far from over.