WWE’s Game-Changing Partnerships with AAA & TNA Are Reshaping Pro Wrestling
Triplemanía XXXIII proved that the global wrestling landscape is evolving. WWE Superstars were featured throughout the card, a natural result of WWE’s acquisition of AAA.
While their partnership with TNA isn’t identical, it reflects the same collaborative spirit. Together, these alliances are creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem that elevates WWE, AAA, and TNA simultaneously.
WWE isn’t just partnering with promotions, they’re reshaping the future of pro wrestling.
WWE x AAA at Triplemanía XXXIII & Worlds Collide
The main event of Triplemanía XXXIII saw Dominik Mysterio, Dragon Lee, and El Grande Americano battle for the AAA Mega Championship, with AJ Styles making a surprise appearance to interfere.
Elsewhere, Los Garza (Berto & Angel) clashed with Pagano and Psycho Clown, a rivalry that WWE fans have already seen play out on SmackDown and Worlds Collide. The crossover continued as The Judgment Day faced Mr. Iguana, Niño Hamburguesa, and Lola Vice.
Natalya added star power to the triple threat for the AAA Reina de Reinas Championship, and Joaquin Wilde, Otis, and Cruz Del Toro entered the Copa Bardahl Match, where the biggest shock came with Omos returning after a long absence to win it all.
AAA’s own stars had their moments too. El Hijo del Vikingo, already featured in NXT and TNA, and seen ringside at WrestleMania 41, where he had a spot interfering in the match.
Pagano and Psycho Clown made waves at WWE Worlds Collide, cementing their place in front of the WWE Universe. Meanwhile, Mr. Iguana gained international exposure through his crossover appearances earlier this year.
These moments don’t just legitimize AAA talent, they introduce them to an entirely new global audience.
Working Closely with TNA
The synergy doesn’t stop with AAA. TNA has also benefited greatly from consistent crossover with NXT.
Joe Hendry went from a surprise entrant at the Royal Rumble to a WrestleMania 41 competitor. He was central to a feud involving Trick Williams and Mike Santana as the TNA World Championship is around the waist of a WWE Superstar.
Jacy Jayne made history as the first woman to hold both the NXT Women’s and TNA Knockouts World Championships simultaneously.
Perhaps the clearest sign of this growing partnership came when WWE allowed TNA to book the Tsongas Center in Lowell, Massachusetts for Bound for Glory. It’s a significant exception to WWE’s standard venue exclusivity clause. This move, made possible by their multi-year agreement, demonstrates just how committed WWE is to strengthening TNA.
It is historic to have another company’s main title featured on WWE Premium Live Events. But, this behind-the-scenes collaboration shows their alliance extends far beyond the ring.
WWE Reshaping Pro Wrestling
For WWE, the benefits are obvious. They get access to polished talent and the ability to sign stars with proven international appeal. For AAA and TNA, working with WWE provides legitimacy, global attention, and an opportunity to grow their own fan bases.
With partnerships like these growing stronger, WWE isn’t just acquiring promotions, they’re playing well with others while reshaping the future of pro wrestling.
