Britt Baker has been off AEW television for more than a year, but AEW President Tony Khan indicated her return is expected, though he did not specify when. During a February 2026 appearance on The Battleground Podcast, Khan addressed Baker’s extended absence, assuring fans that the former Women’s Champion remains a valued part of AEW’s roster.
Tony Khan Expresses Respect for Baker and Highlights Women’s Division Growth
When asked if Britt Baker would be back on AEW programming, Tony Khan responded,
“I really like Britt a lot. There’s so many exciting things happening in the women’s division… and Britt’s somebody I really like and respect a lot.”
He emphasized that with AEW’s expansion, including four hours of weekly television through Dynamite and Collision, there are now greater opportunities for talent like Baker.
Expanded AEW Schedule Could Pave the Way for Britt Baker’s Return
Khan explained that the influx of new female wrestlers on the AEW roster has created a more competitive and vibrant division.
“Britt’s still somebody very highly regarded and respected here in AEW,”
he said.
“So I would expect to see Britt back in AEW. I just don’t want to say when.”
This statement marked Khan’s most direct acknowledgment of Baker’s situation in recent months.
Contrasting Reports and Fan Speculation About Baker’s Future
Despite Khan’s comments, recent reports from Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp indicated no current creative plans for Baker within AEW, and that her name had not been mentioned internally in a long time. Sapp also noted that Baker was healthy the last time they had contact, which was some time ago. Since her last match—a victory over Penelope Ford in November 2024—Baker has remained off TV, skipped a Pittsburgh show, and removed AEW references from her social media accounts, fueling fan theories about her WWE prospects or possible backstage issues.
The Significance of Britt Baker’s Potential Return to AEW
Britt Baker’s absence has left a notable gap in AEW’s women’s division, and her eventual return could reignite interest and deepen the roster, especially during AEW’s expanded programming schedule. Tony Khan’s hints suggest AEW still values Baker highly, even as fans anxiously await confirmation. Whether her comeback will be soon or delayed remains uncertain, but her return could significantly impact AEW’s storytelling and the competitive landscape among women wrestlers.
