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AEW to Return for Second Grand Slam Mexico in 2026

Published 31 December 2025

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) plans to return to Mexico in 2026 with a second edition of its Grand Slam Mexico event, following the success of its inaugural show earlier this year. AEW President Tony Khan confirmed the plans during a recent interview with Q101 radio host Case Lowe, emphasizing the company's strong partnership with Mexican promotion Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL).

The first Grand Slam Mexico took place on June 25, 2025, at Arena Mexico in Mexico City, marking AEW's first major television special produced in the country. The event, which aired as a special episode of AEW Dynamite, drew strong viewership ratings and received widespread praise for its energetic atmosphere and high-quality matches. Khan described the experience as unforgettable, noting the passionate crowd and seamless collaboration with CMLL. "We had a great experience at Arena Mexico in Mexico City," Khan said. "I can't wait to go back."

Khan expressed firm commitment to repeating the event, stating, "100 percent. I definitely want to do Grand Slam Mexico again, and we have amazing partners in CMLL, so I would want to work with them. Grand Slam Mexico will be back in 2026, and I'm just pleased...

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