Trending Now - Chris Jericho's Future in WWE Explored After AEW Comeback

WHO:

Wrestling News Co - Chris Jericho, Tony Khan, AJ Styles, Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, and Pearce are mentioned.

F4W/WON - Chris Jericho is the central figure in the articles.

WHAT:

Wrestling News Co - Chris Jericho returned to AEW on Wednesday’s Dynamite after a nearly year-long absence.

F4W/WON - Jericho's contract expired at the end of 2025 but was extended by Tony Khan.

F4W/WON - WWE's interest in Jericho was limited to a retirement tour and farewell.

F4W/WON - The belief is that Jericho is back in AEW for the long term and that his move to WWE is "now dead."

WHERE:

Wrestling News Co - Jericho returned in his hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

F4W/WON - The Dynamite event took place in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

WHEN:

Wrestling News Co - Jericho returned on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026.

F4W/WON - Jericho's contract expired at the end of 2025.

WHY:

Wrestling News Co - Jericho's contract was extended due to time missed for various reasons, including acting commitments.

F4W/WON - WWE only wanted to bring Jericho in for a retirement tour and farewell.

HOW:

Wrestling News Co - The details of Jericho's deal have not been fully disclosed, leading to more questions than answers.

F4W/WON - The belief is that Jericho's future in AEW will become clearer in two weeks when they are out of Canada.

(UPDATED April 4, 2026 03:49 UTC)

Chris Jericho made a highly anticipated return to AEW on Wednesday, on Wednesday, in his hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba, after nearly a year away from the ring. His contract, which had expired at the end of 2025, was extended by Tony Khan, and reports suggest that Jericho is now committed to AEW for the long term, with any potential move to WWE for a retirement tour now off the table. While the specifics of Jericho's new deal remain unclear, fans are eager to see how his future in AEW unfolds in the coming weeks.