Dustin Rhodes is currently recovering from double knee replacement surgery but intends to return to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and Ring of Honor (ROH) to fulfill his seven-year contract. Despite his ongoing recovery, Rhodes remains committed to competing and finishing his tenure with the promotion.
Dustin Rhodes Expresses Interest in WWE Hall of Fame Induction
In a recent interview with Fox News, Dustin Rhodes revealed he would be open to entering the WWE Hall of Fame after his wrestling career concludes. He explained that, should the opportunity arise, he would be honored to have his brother Cody Rhodes and his daughter induct him, calling such an event heartfelt and meaningful. However, Dustin emphasized he has no intentions of returning to WWE as an active wrestler.
Absolutely. I’m a very humble guy though, it’s like, if it comes, it comes, whatever. I would love Cody to do it and my daughter, specifically both of them. That would be just great, the most meaningful, heartfelt, but if it comes, it comes, if it doesn’t, no big deal. I’ve had an awesome, incredible career. Doing some great things.
?Dustin Rhodes, Wrestler
Rhodes Reflects on His AEW Experience and Future Ambitions
Dustin credited his recent success in AEW to the creative freedom and shared passion among the company’s team. He described feeling reinvigorated and focused during his time away from WWE, expressing optimism about AEW’s growth and future prospects. Rhodes indicated that this supportive environment has allowed him to rediscover his enthusiasm for wrestling.
I feel like these last seven years in AEW, I’ve been really on top of my game because I’ve had more freedom to enjoy it, and it’s happier and you’re more passionate, find your passion sometimes again, and you want to grow this company the best we can, and we’re all on the same page in AEW. We are doing the best that we can to get it to where it needs to be, and it’s growing. It’s getting huge.
?Dustin Rhodes, Wrestler
Outlook for Dustin Rhodes After Injury and Recovery
Rhodes last competed in AEW in July 2025, when he appeared on AEW Collision before undergoing surgery. Now rehabilitated from his knee replacements, he expects to return to wrestling within a few weeks as he continues to represent AEW and ROH.
His return marks a hopeful continuation of his wrestling career, while his openness to WWE Hall of Fame induction highlights his respected legacy within the industry. Dustin Rhodes’ trajectory remains significant for both AEW and potentially WWE’s historical recognition.
