Tony Khan comments on Powerhouse Hobbs aka Royce Keys leaving AEW for WWE

As seen during the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble PLE, Royce Keys (formerly Powerhouse Hobbs in AEW) made his debut with the company in the men’s Rumble match. While speaking to Josh Martinez, AEW President Tony Khan commented on Hobbs leaving AEW for WWE…

“Well, I think Powerhouse Hobbs had a great run here in AEW. He started wrestling here in Jacksonville, where I am now, and had some great matches, and became a champion in AEW. We were just talking about the TNT Championship. He’s a former TNT Champion, former World Trios Champion. I’ll always wish him all the best.”