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AEW has reportedly canceled Chris Jericho’s big plans amid rumors of a WWE return

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Chris Jericho has been absent from AEW television for several months amid rumors of his potential return to WWE. A recent report indicates that there was a plan for Jericho at All In, but it was scrapped.

Jericho He last appeared on AEW TV on Dynamite on April 9, when The Learning Tree disbanded. He also lost the Ring of Honor World Championship to Bandido at AEW Dynasty three days ago. He has been touring with Fozzy ever since and has been linked to a potential return to WWE.

according to Wrestling economyChris Jericho’s band Fozzy was scheduled to perform at All In: Texas in July. Swerve Strickland was also scheduled to perform over the weekend, but all previously planned programs were cancelled.

Even NJPW and CMLL were postponed as well, though some events like ROH’s Supercard of Honor and Starrcast conference were held during the week.

Chris Jericho talks about what’s next for him amid AEW’s absence

In a sudden appearance on I caught the radio on Earlier this week, Chris Jericho was asked about a variety of topics about his career, including his favorite moment of all time.

“That’s the way I always think about it. What’s your favorite moment in your career?” Current, now. If I don’t think it’s the best, why would I do it? You always want to say that your next match and next show will be the best for you. This is the way you should look at things. We leave the space empty and we will see what happens.” Jericho said. (h/t fighting)

Then Jericho was asked About his future Amid his absence from AEW TV and rumors linking him to a return to WWE.

“We don’t know, right? We’ll just have to see,” Jericho said.

At 54 years old, Jericho shows no signs of slowing down, especially with some of the matches he has had in AEW. He has been with the company for six years, helping them from the ground up and building a fan base.

according to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer (h/t Sports Illustrated), Jericho’s contract will expire at the end of the year or later this year. If he returns to WWE, it will likely be The sudden arrival At the Royal Rumble 2026 show, which will be held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.