Folks, big news for all you diehard AEW fans who love watching pay-per-views in your jammies with a bucket of popcorn—Bleacher Report is officially shutting down its PPV division. That’s right, no more Bleacher Report for your AEW streaming needs. According to the ever-in-the-know Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the place that’s been home to AEW’s biggest events will be handing over the keys to a new provider soon. But don’t panic just yet, because your access to those shows isn’t going to disappear like an unclaimed ladder match contract.
For years, Bleacher Report has been the go-to for U.S. fans to stream AEW’s major shows, and the numbers don’t lie—PPV purchases through the platform doubled those of traditional TV providers. That’s some serious support! But now, with Bleacher Report waving goodbye, other platforms like PPV.com, Triller, YouTube PPV, and good old-fashioned cable providers will be stepping up to fill the gap. Oh, and if you’re the type who enjoys watching wrestling at a Dave & Buster’s with a side of nachos? Don’t worry—they’ve got you covered too.
This move comes amidst other major AEW media shake-ups. According to reports, AEW has locked down a sweet new deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, and it’s a big one—we’re talking a four-year contract worth a whopping $170 million. That’s a whole lot of zeroes, folks. The deal guarantees AEW stays on TNT and TBS, with a little extra love on TruTV for good measure. Oh, and if you’re thinking ahead to 2025? You might just be able to catch AEW’s PPVs on Max (formerly HBO Max), so start warming up those streaming devices now.
In the end, while Bleacher Report is closing its PPV doors, AEW’s going strong. With new media deals and more ways to stream the action, the wrestling world just keeps getting bigger and better. So buckle up, because this is only the beginning of AEW’s next chapter.