As rumors swirl about a possible Chris Jericho WWE return in 2026, fans are eager to see who might step into the ring with the wrestling icon first. Potential matchups include settling scores with former adversaries and reigniting rivalries from Jericho’s WWE tenure.
Potential Opponents to Watch for Jericho’s WWE Comeback
One of the most exciting possibilities for Jericho’s return is a clash with AJ Styles. Reports suggest Jericho’s contract with AEW runs through 2025, with the expectation that he becomes a free agent at the start of 2026 if no renewal occurs. Meanwhile, AJ Styles currently holds a WWE contract until just after the Royal Rumble, with his deal likely expiring before WrestleMania 42 in April.
This timing could create a rare overlap, allowing these two legendary wrestlers to face off once more in WWE. Such a matchup would be highly anticipated by fans who have long hoped to see Jericho and Styles share the ring again.
As speculation grows, many are eager to see which of Jericho’s old foes will return to challenge him, promising high-stakes and memorable encounters for WWE audiences. His comeback would surely stir excitement among wrestling communities, signaling new chapters in classic rivalries as well as fresh challenges.
