Get ready for a major shakeup in the world of professional wrestling! The Chris Jericho saga has taken an unexpected turn, and it's got everyone talking.
For months, there's been buzz that Jericho's time with AEW was coming to an end, with whispers across the industry pointing towards a WWE comeback. And now, it seems those rumors are true. The wrestling icon, at 55 years young, has been absent from AEW screens since April, and sources indicate he's set to make a grand return to WWE.
But here's where it gets controversial...
According to Alex McCarthy of Wrestling Intel, Jericho's departure from AEW is imminent, and his WWE arrival might be sooner than anyone anticipated. McCarthy reports that Jericho's AEW contract expires on December 31st at midnight, and WWE is considering a debut date of January 5th - the one-year anniversary of Monday Night Raw on Netflix. That's right, folks! WWE is planning a big reveal in Brooklyn, New York, with Bron Breakker challenging CM Punk for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. And it looks like Jericho might just be part of the main event.
And this is the part most people miss...
Jericho's AEW journey, though seemingly coming to a close, was a successful one. He made waves by signing with AEW before its inaugural event, debuting at the company's press conference in 2019. He quickly rose to the top, defeating Kenny Omega in the main event of the first AEW pay-per-view and becoming the first-ever AEW World Champion. Jericho also held the Ring of Honor World Championship twice and led several factions, including the Jericho Appreciation Society and The Inner Circle. His final match with AEW was a Title vs. Mask match against Bandido, where he lost the ROH World Championship.
So, what does this mean for WWE?
Well, Jericho's WWE legacy is already impressive. He's widely regarded as one of the greatest WWE performers ever, with multiple world championships and an impressive nine WWE Intercontinental Championships under his belt. His last WWE match was in Saudi Arabia, at the 2018 Greatest Royal Rumble event. Now, it seems he's ready to write a new chapter in his WWE story.
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Will Jericho's return to WWE be a success? What impact will his departure have on AEW? These are questions on everyone's minds. Don't forget to share your thoughts and predictions in the comments! The wrestling world is buzzing, and we want to hear your take on this exciting development.
