Eddie Kingston, the former AEW Continental Champion known as The Mad King, has been sidelined for over a year due to an injury sustained during his last match at NJPW Strong Resurgence 2024. Since making his AEW debut in 2020, Kingston gained significant fan support thanks to his unique style and wrestling approach, highlighted by winning the inaugural Continental Classic tournament in 2023. Despite his long absence, Kingston remains engaged with fans and the wrestling community.
During this time away from the ring, Kingston has also shown support for others in need. He recently used his platform to promote a fundraiser aimed at covering medical treatment for his friend Jonathan, showing solidarity beyond his wrestling career. In a heartfelt message to his followers, Kingston said,
“Help one of the good ones out if you can.”
—Eddie Kingston, AEW Wrestler
Encouraging Signs in Kingston’s Recovery Journey
While still recovering, Eddie Kingston shared a hopeful health update during an appearance on Cezar Bononi’s YouTube vlog in July. He described experiencing mental improvement and taking progressive steps toward getting back into the ring through physical therapy. Kingston expressed the challenges of recovery but also noted ongoing progress despite the pain and soreness.
“Mentally, I’m finally seeing progress, you know what I mean? And it is getting better even when you don’t think it is, and like, I would have the doctor or the guy from PT say, ‘Oh, it’s getting better,’ and I’m like, ‘What are you talking about? Legs are sore, everything’s sore from getting back in the ring to doing PT, so that’s it. (…) When I first get [sic] back in the ring, and they were like, ‘Alright, you gotta do this, and let’s do this, and let’s do this,’ I just did it.” —Eddie Kingston, AEW Wrestler
Kingston’s openness about the physical and mental challenges of recovery illustrates his determination to return to AEW competition, although no specific timeline has been provided. Fans eagerly await The Mad King’s eventual comeback, hopeful that his fighting spirit will see him back to full health soon.
The Road Ahead for Eddie Kingston
As Eddie Kingston continues his recovery, his recent updates and appeals demonstrate his dedication to both his healing process and his personal relationships. His support for Jonathan’s heart treatment fundraiser highlights his character beyond the ring. While the timeline for Kingston’s return to AEW remains uncertain, his progress in physical therapy and mental outlook provide encouragement for his fans and the wrestling community.
