Chris Jericho, a major figure in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), has sparked fresh speculation about his potential WWE comeback through a mysterious social media post. This development comes amid ongoing rumors of Jericho possibly rejoining WWE at the upcoming Royal Rumble event in Stamford.
The wrestling world has seen a notable shift in recent years with numerous AEW talents like Cody Rhodes, Jade Cargill, Ethan Page, Ricky Saints, Shawn Spears, and Lexis King transitioning back to WWE. Jericho, a founding AEW World Champion and a key presence in Jacksonville, has been absent from television since taking a self-imposed break in April. Although his hiatus was initially linked to touring with his band Fozzy, Jericho has not appeared since the tour ended and is reportedly medically cleared to perform, leaving fans to wonder about his future with AEW under Tony Khan’s leadership.
Adding fuel to speculation, Jericho recently shared a reflective photo on X/Twitter showing him gazing out of a plane window, accompanied by a vague caption suggestive of contemplation. While the post alone does not confirm anything, its timing aligns with rumors of his return to WWE, intensifying discussions among wrestling fans.
Factors Supporting a WWE Comeback for Chris Jericho
Despite Jericho’s success at AEW, his character had begun to lose momentum, with audiences in numerous venues occasionally chanting “please retire” during his appearances. Although Jericho initially embraced this reaction by adopting a deluded persona, this approach eventually met resistance from the fanbase. Returning to WWE could provide Jericho the opportunity to reinvent his character, a tactic he has employed multiple times throughout his career to maintain relevance.
Moreover, a WWE return would open up fresh matchups for Jericho, giving him new rivals to face and helping both his profile and those of his opponents grow. This potential creative rejuvenation represents a strong incentive for Jericho to consider leaving AEW and rejoining the Stamford-based organization.
At present, there is no official information regarding Jericho’s contract or future plans, so fans must remain patient as the situation unfolds.
