Chris Jericho Addresses Potential WWE Return – Veteran wrestling icon Chris Jericho remains a central figure in AEW, but he hasn’t ruled out a return to WWE under the right circumstances. As he prepares to defend his ROH World Championship against Bandido in a Title vs. Mask match at tonight’s AEW Dynasty pay-per-view, Jericho recently commented on his future during an appearance at the Horror Rock and Wrestle Fest convention.
Jericho, who helped launch All Elite Wrestling back in 2019 as its inaugural AEW World Champion, was asked whether he would ever consider a WWE return. His response was both candid and balanced, reflecting a veteran’s perspective on the evolving wrestling landscape.
“I would have considered a return to WWE before things changed. Once again, there are two teams you can play on, which is amazing, and it’s one of the reasons why I wanted to take a chance and go to AEW in the first place. It was a real gamble… Of course, I would consider going back there [WWE]. I would also consider not going back there too. It just depends on what the situation is and what’s going on with me at the time.”
The comments suggest that while Jericho remains committed to AEW, he is also leaving the door open for future opportunities—whether that be continuing with AEW or making a high-profile return to WWE, where he spent the majority of his storied career.
Currently in his second reign as ROH World Champion, Jericho has reinvented himself once again, blending his legendary in-ring skills with a mentor-like presence in AEW’s locker room. His match tonight at AEW Dynasty against Bandido carries added significance due to the stipulation: Jericho’s ROH World Title is on the line against Bandido’s iconic mask, a symbol of deep cultural and personal importance in lucha libre tradition.
As one of the most experienced performers on the AEW roster, Jericho’s presence at Dynasty is expected to draw significant attention. The outcome of his Title vs. Mask match could mark another major moment in his career, regardless of what his future may hold.
Jericho’s open-mindedness about WWE reflects the unique era professional wrestling is in—where major stars now have more career flexibility than ever before. Whether he remains with AEW for the long term or eventually makes a return to WWE, Chris Jericho continues to be a transformative figure in the industry.
Chris Jericho Addresses Potential WWE Return
