AEW has announced a multi-year partnership with Upper Deck Collectibles to produce trading cards. This is the first time Upper Deck has produced trading cards for professional wrestling.
The new product line will feature wrestling legends Chris Jericho and
Sting as well as AEW World Champion Kenny Omega, AEW World Tag Team Champions The Young Bucks, AEW Women’s World Champion Dr. Britt Baker, and TNT Champion Miro. PastAEW Champions Cody Rhodes, Darby Allin, Nyla Rose, and Hikaru Shida will also be featured along with the popular AEW current and future rising stars.
“We are excited to offer professional wrestling trading cards to our collectors and AEW fans for the first time,” said Upper Deck Sports Brand Manager, Paul Zickler. “AEW is a prominent organization in the industry with a passionate fan base, and we look forward to building a long-lasting relationship and a robust wrestling product portfolio.”
“Upper Deck is the premier collectibles company in the world for trading cards and memorabilia, and we’re thrilled to work with them in expanding our engagement even further with fans around the world,” said Tony Khan, CEO, GM and Head of Creative of AEW.
The inaugural AEW set will also include rare autographs and memorabilia cards showcasing items like wrestler-worn shirts and mats used in matches. Fans can also look for serial numbered inserts like Exclusive high gloss, colorful parallels printed on patterned foil board, and printing card plates.
Retailers should start receiving November 2001. Are these a must-buy for your collection?