AEW President Tony Khan shared extensive insights during a long interview on 'The Ariel Helwani Show,' addressing key topics such as the fallout with CM Punk, WWE counter-programming, roster updates, and AEW's strategic direction. Khan reflected on the 2024 backstage incident involving CM Punk, stating he has no regrets about releasing footage of the incident, which contributed to Punk's departure. He emphasized that despite disagreements, he aimed for reconciliation and highlighted that the current AEW locker room is the best since its founding. Khan acknowledged WWE's deliberate counter-programming efforts, such as scheduling AEW's major events against WWE's WrestlePalooza, viewing it as a typical wrestling rivalry tactic that hasn't negatively impacted AEW. Regarding roster updates, Khan confirmed that top stars like Adam Cole, Britt Baker, Will Ospreay, and Chris Jericho are recovering from injuries or contract negotiations, with plans for their return. He dismissed rumors about Adam Copeland returning to WWE, reaffirming his commitment to AEW. Khan also addressed criticism from former promoters like Eric Bischoff, emphasizing his focus on learning from past mistakes and maintaining AEW's growth. He discussed the potential interest in free agents like Killer Kross and the ongoing situation with Andrade El Idolo, including WWE's cease-and-desist actions. Overall, Khan presented a confident outlook on AEW's position in the wrestling industry amid ongoing competition and internal developments, ahead of the upcoming AEW Full Gear 2025 event.