Tony Khan Unveils Scoring and Title Details for AEW Continental Classic
Summary
– AEW Continental Classic will unify ROH World, NJPW Strong Openweight, and AEW Continental titles.
– The tournament features a round-robin format with two groups of six wrestlers.
– Scoring system includes three points for a win, one for a draw, and zero for a loss.
Tony Khan, the visionary behind AEW, has recently provided more insights into the much-anticipated AEW Continental Classic. This groundbreaking tournament is set to redefine championship wrestling by unifying three prestigious titles: the ROH World Championship, the NJPW Strong Openweight Championship, and the newly introduced AEW Continental Championship.
The Continental Classic announced at AEW Full Gear, will see Eddie Kingston, the current holder of the ROH and NJPW Strong titles, put his championships on the line. The tournament winner will emerge as the Triple Crown Champion, holding a consolidated title that can be defended across AEW, ROH, and NJPW.
Khan detailed the tournament’s unique scoring system, emphasizing fair play and competition. Each match in the Continental Classic will prohibit ringside assistance or interference, ensuring a pure test of skill and prowess. Victories in the tournament will earn wrestlers three points, while a draw will grant one point. The loser, however, walks away with zero points.
The tournament adopts a round-robin format, featuring two groups of six competitors each. The finals are scheduled to take place at AEW World’s End, marking a climactic end to this high-stakes championship journey. The Continental Classic is set to kick off on November 22, with notable participants including Bryan Danielson, Andrade El Idolo, Mark Briscoe, and Eddie Kingston.
The AEW Continental Classic is shaping up to be a landmark event in wrestling history, promising intense competition and a unique blend of championship glory.
