Andrade El Idolo is officially returning to AEW in the ring this Saturday during AEW Collision: Maximum Carnage. He will face Angelico, marking Andrade’s first match after weeks of speculation about his WWE non-compete clause following his recent release. His surprise on-screen appearance last week cleared the path for his long-awaited wrestling comeback.
Alongside Andrade’s return, Penelope Ford will be back in action after recovering from an injury. She is scheduled to compete against Megan Bayne, adding more excitement to the January 17, 2026 episode of AEW Collision, which airs at 8/7c on TNT and HBO Max from Phoenix, Arizona.
AEW World Tag Team Championship Match Confirmed
The reigning AEW World Tag Team Champions, FTR—comprised of Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler—are set to defend their titles against the Don Callis Family’s Doyle and Mark Davis. This challenger team earned their shot by winning a tough four-way tag team title eliminator, establishing themselves as serious contenders in the tag team division.
Jack Doyle, who previously wrestled as Jake Something in TNA Wrestling, made his AEW debut recently. Despite being new to the AEW scene, Doyle wasted no time in making an impact alongside Mark Davis as part of this title threat.
Kenny Omega’s Singles Match Arranged for AEW Dynamite
Looking ahead to the following week, Kenny Omega’s in-ring return will headline AEW Dynamite live from Orlando, Florida on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Omega is scheduled for a high-profile singles contest against Josh Alexander, marking their first-ever one-on-one match despite previous tag team encounters.
Omega has not competed since the December 17 Holiday Bash Dynamite event in Manchester, England, where he teamed with The Young Bucks. His last singles match took place at the July All In event, where he was defeated by Kazuchika Okada. This upcoming match represents his official return to singles competition after a six-month absence.
Anticipated Impact of Kenny Omega’s AEW Return
Kenny Omega’s return to AEW is generating anticipation among fans and industry insiders alike, signaling renewed energy for AEW’s programming and storyline progression. His confrontation with the Don Callis Family on Dynamite set the stage for a much-anticipated clash with Josh Alexander, making this a significant moment for AEW heading into early 2026.
The upcoming AEW Collision and Dynamite episodes, featuring major returns and title matches, are expected to boost viewership and further establish AEW’s competitive position. Followers of Kenny Omega AEW return and the wider AEW universe can look forward to these events unfolding live on TNT and HBO Max.
