Ace Austin signs multiyear deal with AEW after leaving TNA

Ace Austin made a high-profile entrance into All Elite Wrestling on the August 16 episode of Collision, losing his debut match to Ricochet, before Tony Khan publicly confirmed that the former TNA star is now All Elite on a multiyear contract. The signing, described as a major addition to AEW’s roster, comes after Austin left TNA earlier this year and immediately positions him for a new chapter on a national stage.

Austin’s move CAPS a twofold transfer: he left TNA after a decorated run that included multiple reigns as X Division Champion and a history as World Tag Team Champion, most notably alongside Chris Bey. Bey remains under contract with TNA as he recovers from a serious neck injury sustained last year. Although TNA hoped to keep Austin, negotiations over financial terms reportedly did not come to fruition, paving the way for AEW to secure his services. The development is viewed as part of AEW’s broader strategy to broaden its talent pool with established performers from other promotions while continuing to grow its own homegrown roster.

In announcing the signing, AEW described Austin as a significant addition to the promotion’s roster. The arrival follows a week of...