{"id":136698,"date":"2025-06-17T16:55:23","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T20:55:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/?p=136698"},"modified":"2025-07-09T15:00:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T19:00:13","slug":"three-reasons-why-aews-full-match-uploads-on-youtube-is-awesome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/2025\/06\/17\/three-reasons-why-aews-full-match-uploads-on-youtube-is-awesome\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Reasons Why AEW’s Full Match Uploads on YouTube are Awesome"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fans of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) have asked for YouTube uploads of full matches, and now they have their wish. Taking from contemporaries such as WWE and various indie promotions, fans can now catch up with the best of AEW\u2019s best without shelling out any extra dollars. For newcomers and content creators, this is a blessing.<\/span><\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t anything new. As I said, WWE and the independent scene have already done it. Before its inclusion in the AEW banner, Ring of Honor did much of the same (and still does!). Even New Japan Pro Wrestling used to air matches from its catalog on Mondays.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why did it take so long? Perhaps Tony Khan and his media team felt it wise to wait for a wider library. Or, maybe, it came down to money or some copyright issue. Whatever the reason was, it\u2019s here now, and I\u2019m here for it. I\u2019m putting on my party hat as we speak. There are a handful of reasons why this will benefit the company.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"AEW<\/p>\n

AEW YouTube: Free and accessible<\/span><\/h2>\n

By now, AEW has accrued an embarrassment of spectacular matches. Many of which are pure art. Ask any fan of the promotion, and they\u2019ll pluck out a handful or two of the exact types of bouts to show a new fan. It will be easier than ever for potential new fans to stumble onto matches that provide a familiar yet alternative experience. Casual or unaware WWE fans will benefit from this.<\/span><\/p>\n

Economically speaking, times are tough. Dropping dollars in the double digits for past pay-per-view events doesn\u2019t sound fun if you don\u2019t know if you\u2019ll enjoy it or not. Subscription services have been teetering with their prices. While it\u2019s still a good trade-off, some simply can\u2019t afford it. There are AEW fans who have followed since the \u201cRoad to\u201d series or the early Dynamite days<\/a>, likely only watching via a friend\u2019s house or other means.<\/span><\/p>\n

Content creators also have another avenue to bolster their work. Reaction channels on Twitch and YouTube will salivate over covering any matches for the first time. Writers in wrestling media doing research will be delighted to cover the moments as they happen. Video essayists and video editors can easily pluck from it to work on clips for their work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In short, this works for newcomers, creators, and fans, helping to cultivate fan communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

YouTube Premieres Add Community<\/span><\/h2>\n

Speaking of, I\u2019ve noticed something quite nice within this new front by AEW. AEW has rolled out the red carpet by making these matches premieres. WWE will do the same with livestreams of past content, but those get too clogged. Watching the live comments roll in on premieres of past AEW content, however, something more wholesome happens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fans share their emotions for these matches, from the spots to the storylines. Sometimes, fans can be seen sharing their experiences from where they were in life or when they joined the fandom. Sure, some trolls will trickle in, but overall, people simply hanging out like a watch party is just a fun thing to witness.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of my favorite parts of this is seeing an occasional blind spot air, where fans share their first-time reactions. Vicariously reliving it through the eyes of fledgling fans is so heartwarming. I\u2019m interested to see if these trends develop (if they do), and if AEW continues these premieres.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Biggest Hits and Hidden Gems<\/span><\/h2>\n

Since uploading these full matches to AEW YouTube, AEW\u2019s iconic bouts are there to rewatch again and again. Will Ospreay vs.Kenny Omega 2 at AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door 2023<\/a>. Bryan Danielson vs. Zack Sabre Jr. at WrestleDream 2023. Sting and Darby Allin vs. Christian Cage and Swerve Strickland at AEW All In 2023.<\/span><\/p>\n

But what about the less-mentioned matches? Ones that were undoubtedly incredible, but fall under the radar? Those are there. For example, there\u2019s Orange Cassidy and Adam Cole from Beach Break 2022 in a Lights Out Match. Or if you\u2019re craving further violence, Jon Moxley and Kenny Omega\u2019s Unsanctioned Match from Full Gear 2019 is available.<\/span><\/p>\n

What I\u2019m curious about is their inclusion of former stars. I\u2019m sure that the company has a fine relationship with some talents who\u2019ve left the company. Blake Monroe (formerly Mariah May)<\/a> and Jade Cargill<\/a> come to mind. But for those with public falling-outs like CM Punk<\/a>, I\u2019d imagine they might shy away from it unless the moment arises. <\/span><\/p>\n

Then there\u2019s the undisclosed nature of Cody Rhodes.<\/a> While some may not want to see these matches again, just as many, if not more, would. Matches that are paramount to AEW\u2019s history should absolutely be included. They\u2019re integral to the promotion\u2019s identity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h2>\n

AEW is ramping up its content. While Being the Elite is no longer a thing at present, other things have been present. RJ City brings the laughs in his \u201cHey!(EW)\u201d series on YouTube. Mikey Rukus drops some banging Hayter Raves periodically that\u2019ll get anyone dancing. Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington record their AEW Unrestricted podcasts with wrestlers, talent, and even outside personalities..<\/span><\/p>\n

This is the next step in spreading the brand. Allowing for digestible matches without subjecting someone to an entire show simplifies the process. And it\u2019s not as though these matches weren\u2019t viewable on YouTube before; the AEW Timeline series is quite the example. But those were streams of longer moments and\/or matches in the history of AEW. Useful, but sometimes a condensed format for something specific is best.<\/span><\/p>\n

Furthermore, AEW continues to listen to its fans with content strategies like this. In the past, I\u2019ve mentioned how the company would do well with documentary films and series. With these full match uploads on YouTube, I\u2019m confident we\u2019ll get there sooner rather than later.<\/span><\/p>\n

What can\u2019t be denied about WWE is that they\u2019re a monolith of content. There\u2019s always so much to watch. Previously, I mentioned that one of their strong suits is their documentary-style content. Though often misleading, their documentaries are well-produced and sometimes include information and content not made public before. I previously stated that AEW would do well to dive into that territory as well<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

But for now, clicking on these matches from AEW\u2019s past is a net positive. To reiterate, it\u2019ll give new fans a taste of AEW while helping the fan community and media.<\/span><\/p>\n

After all, many are longing to see why AEW is \u201cwhere the best wrestle.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, TNA Wrestling also announced it would give away free content.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n