Legendary referee Mike Chioda weighed in on the situation during the latest episode of the Monday Mailbag with Mike Chioda. He offered a theory as to whether or not the two promotions are actually in cahoots, swapping their executive talents in a worked scenario.

Although not entirely convinced as to whether or not Shane McMahon has indeed met the end of his WWE career, Chioda went further and said that he wouldn’t be surprised to see Shane-O-Mac in Tony Khan’s promotion, owing to his drawing power and unique status within the business.

Cody Rhodes urges fans to continue watching AEW even after his departure

Cody’s departure from AEW was so massive because of the role he played in the birth and growth of the promotion. Following his 2016 release from WWE the American Nightmare set out to prove he could be a top guy. He built a lasting legacy that led directly to the opening of Tony Khan’s company.

He has sunk his teeth into the territorial battle between the North American industry heavyweights, and as a result seemed the least likely to make the jump.

It is yet to be confirmed as to whether or not Rhodes will indeed make his return to WWE. Whichever the case, he urged fans to continue watching as he wasn’t the sole component responsible for the promotion’s rise and continued success.

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