AEW All In London just got even bigger.
During a media briefing ahead of AEW All In London 2026, Tony Khan officially announced a new Trios Roulette Royale for the All In Buy-In, while also addressing the status of Thekla, the possibility of a Britt Baker return, Willow Nightingale’s injury, the future of AEW in the United Kingdom, and the massive stakes surrounding Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay at Wembley Stadium.
With AEW returning to Wembley for another major stadium show, Khan repeatedly pointed to London as one of the company’s strongest markets. He described the 2023, 2024, and 2026 Wembley shows as the three largest events in AEW history by attendance, while also saying this year’s All In is approaching a gate of around $6 million.
Khan also said the event is expected to be AEW’s biggest pay-per-view yet on HBO Max, giving the company another major business milestone heading into one of its biggest shows of the year.
Trios Roulette Royale Announced for AEW All In Buy-In
The biggest announcement from the media call was the addition of a Trios Roulette Royale to the AEW All In London Buy-In.
Khan said the match will feature seven trios and a total of 21 wrestlers, with teams entering until only one trio remains. Unlike the Casino Gauntlet format, this will not be built around one sudden death pinfall. Instead, the match will play out in a battle royal-style format with trios entering into the chaos.
The match will air for free as part of the Buy-In, a move Khan framed as a way to give fans a major attraction before the pay-per-view officially begins.
The announced trios include:
Hangman Page, Brody King, and Bandido, the reigning AEW World Trios Champions known as The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Jay White and The Gunns, representing the Bang Bang Gang
Gabe Kidd, Clark Connors, and David Finlay, known as The Dogs
Ricochet and The Gates of Agony, representing The Demand
Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, and PAC, representing The Death Riders
Kyle O’Reilly, Roderick Strong, and Orange Cassidy, representing The Conglomeration
A seventh mystery trio, described by Khan as a wild card team, will round out the field.
Khan said he had been working on the match in the 24 hours leading into the call and wanted to make sure Kyle O’Reilly was cleared after taking a hard shot on Dynamite. With O’Reilly expected to be okay, Khan confirmed the match is official.
The mystery trio is the obvious hook. AEW fans are going to immediately start fantasy booking who could appear, and Khan leaned into that anticipation without giving away the surprise.
Thekla Is Not Forgotten
One of the bigger questions going into All In London is where Thekla fits into the weekend.
Asked directly why Thekla is not currently on the card after her recent championship run, Khan made it clear that he still sees her as a major part of AEW’s future. He called her a tremendous wrestler and said fans should “stay tuned,” adding that he expects her back very soon.
Khan pointed to the main pay-per-view card currently being built around eight matches, with the show paced for roughly four hours. Still, he said there may be opportunities for additional segments, Buy-In moments, and other announcements around the event.
The takeaway is simple: Thekla may not have a confirmed match on the main card right now, but Khan did not frame her absence as a lack of interest. He described her as valued, unpredictable, and very much on his mind.
That answer will not fully quiet fans who wanted to see her featured at Wembley, but it does suggest AEW has plans for her soon.
Could Britt Baker Return at All In?
Khan was also asked about Britt Baker, who recently said she would like to return at All In.
As expected, Khan did not confirm anything. But he also did not close the door.
He called Baker an AEW original, noted that she has competed at All In London before, and said fans are always excited when her name comes up. When asked about possible returns or debuts, Khan gave the familiar wrestling answer: stay tuned.
That is not a promise, but it is exactly the kind of answer that keeps speculation alive heading into a stadium show. If AEW has a surprise planned, All In London is the type of stage where it would make sense.
Willow Nightingale Will Wrestle Through Injury
Khan also confirmed that Willow Nightingale is dealing with a legitimate hand injury but is still expected to wrestle at All In.
He said the injury caused a late change to AEW’s plans during the Dynamite and Collision tapings, explaining that Willow’s hand was injured on the day the shows were being filmed. Despite that, Khan said Willow still wants to wrestle Mercedes and defend her championship.
Khan praised Willow as a fighter and a fighting champion, giving her credit for wanting to compete through the injury at one of AEW’s biggest events.
That update adds another layer to Willow Nightingale vs. Mercedes Moné. Their rivalry already had plenty of heat, but now Willow’s injury becomes part of the drama heading into Wembley.
Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay Has Been Planned Since Beach Break
One of the biggest matches on the All In card is Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay for the AEW World Championship, and Khan revealed that the match has been penciled in since Omega defeated MJF at AEW Beach Break.
Khan spoke at length about Omega’s 2026 run, his recovery, and how carefully the company has managed his schedule to keep him at his best. He acknowledged that AEW may have pushed Omega too hard during his previous comeback, but said this year has been handled with more care.
Khan credited Omega for taking detailed care of his body and being thoughtful about his training, recovery, and match schedule. He said the goal is for fans at Wembley to see “the very best Kenny Omega” in the world championship main event.
The match also has major history behind it. Omega and Ospreay have wrestled outside AEW, including at Forbidden Door and in the Tokyo Dome, but Khan emphasized that AEW has never presented the match for the AEW World Championship on a purely AEW show.
Now, it happens at Wembley.
That is the right stage for it.
AEW’s UK Future Still Looks Strong
Khan spent a lot of time praising the United Kingdom wrestling audience and the strength of AEW’s relationship with London.
He noted that AEW’s biggest attendance successes have come at Wembley Stadium and said several of the company’s biggest gates have come from London events, including Wembley and the O2. He credited the strength of AEW’s UK fanbase and the company’s television partnership with ITV as major reasons the market has been so successful.
Asked about a longer UK tour, Khan said there are opportunities for AEW to visit more cities in the United Kingdom. He mentioned AEW having run events in cities like Cardiff and Manchester, while also acknowledging the balance required with live television scheduling in the United States.
That answer leaves the door open for more UK programming without committing to a full extended tour yet. But Khan’s tone made one thing clear: AEW sees the UK as a core market, not a one-off destination.
AEW All In Main Card Is Being Built for Four Hours
Khan said the All In main pay-per-view currently has eight announced matches and is being paced for a roughly four-hour runtime.
The show is scheduled to begin on pay-per-view at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT, with Khan expecting it to end around 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT.
That pacing matters because AEW pay-per-views can often feel loaded. Khan made it clear that the company is trying to keep the main card focused while still using the Buy-In and possible segments to create additional excitement.
With the Trios Roulette Royale now part of the Buy-In, AEW has found a way to add a major match without overcrowding the main pay-per-view.
My AEW and the Warner Bros. Discovery Relationship
Khan was also asked about the future of My AEW and whether it could eventually become a home for AEW and ROH libraries.
He said the international side of My AEW already has a robust offering, but he stressed that anything AEW does in North America or around streaming would need to be done with the blessing of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Khan called Warner Bros. Discovery the lifeblood of AEW’s media business and said it is important to keep that relationship strong. He also noted that Dynamite and Collision are up year-over-year in viewership and said AEW is one of the top shows on HBO Max.
That part of the call was very business-focused, but it was also revealing. AEW clearly sees streaming as part of its future, but Khan is not looking to make moves that would conflict with WBD.
Continental Challenge Cup Final Comes to Wembley
Khan also talked about the AEW Continental Challenge Cup, with Nigel McGuinness vs. Jon Moxley set for the final at Wembley Stadium.
He said he had always wanted to be part of a cup final at Wembley, making the venue a natural fit for the first AEW Continental Challenge Cup final. Khan praised the sporting style of the tournament, noting that the matches are one-on-one with no interference.
While Khan did not commit to the Cup becoming an annual fixture, he said he has enjoyed the tournament and will reflect on its future. He also confirmed he is looking forward to the Continental Classic returning this winter.
For fans who enjoy the more sports-based side of AEW, that was one of the more encouraging answers on the call.
AEW All In London Is Set Up for Surprises
The media briefing gave fans plenty to chew on before All In London.
The Trios Roulette Royale adds a major free match to the Buy-In, complete with a mystery trio. Thekla’s status remains a talking point. Britt Baker’s possible return remains open-ended. Willow Nightingale is fighting through injury. Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay is being framed as a long-planned AEW World Championship dream match. And the company continues to talk about Wembley as one of the most important locations in AEW history.
Khan did not reveal every surprise, but he did exactly what a good pre-show media call should do. He made All In feel bigger.
AEW All In London airs this Sunday on pay-per-view, with the Buy-In expected to feature the newly announced Trios Roulette Royale.
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