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By Andrew Ravens
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All Elite Wrestling has locked down one of its brightest young stars and newest champions. A new report confirms that the reigning TNT Champion, Kyle Fletcher, has signed a new, long-term, multi-year contract with the company.
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According to a report from Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, AEW sources have confirmed the deal. The new contract ensures that Fletcher will be a cornerstone of the promotion for years to come.
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AEW "Big Money" Deal For Kyle Fletcher
The Fightful report notes that the multi-year deal was quietly agreed to earlier this spring. It is considered a "big money" contract, especially in relation to Fletcher's young age, and is a clear sign of the company's faith in him.
AEW President Tony Khan reportedly communicated that he sees Fletcher as a "big part of AEW's future." The 26-year-old is now positioned to be a major player in the company moving forward.
A New Singles AEW Champion
The contract news comes just weeks after the biggest victory of Fletcher's singles career. On the July 26th episode of AEW Collision, he defeated the legendary Dustin Rhodes in a brutal street fight to capture the AEW TNT Championship for the first time.
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The victory was a star-making moment for the young Aussie. It also came with some controversy, as the match resulted in a legitimate, long-term knee injury for the beloved veteran, Rhodes. As the new champion, Fletcher is now a central figure on AEW television.
Kyle Fletcher first made a name for himself as one-half of the world-renowned tag team, Aussie Open, with his partner Mark Davis. The duo were international stars, capturing tag team championships in major promotions like New Japan Pro-Wrestling and Ring of Honor.
After Davis was sidelined with an injury, Fletcher seamlessly transitioned into a singles role in AEW. He aligned himself with the villainous Don Callis Family, and under the manipulative manager's guidance, his career has been elevated to a new level. Now, with a major singles championship and a new long-term contract, the future has never been brighter for Kyle Fletcher.
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