Chris Jerichos future in AEW continues to raise eyebrowsand now even a simple birthday post has fans convinced something could be brewing.
AEW wished Jericho a happy birthday on November 9, 2025, across their social media accounts. But it wasnt the post itself that stirred the potit was the replies.
Fans immediately lit up the comments, interpreting the message as a possible farewell disguised as a celebration. One fan bluntly declared, This might be the final time AEW account mentioning Chris Jericho Btw Happy Birthday to one of the best wrestlers in American wrestling history.
Another follower seemed more hopeful, reacting with confusion and optimism as they questioned Jerichos future, Hes still under contract with AEW?? Soo I guess my Wish to see him in AEW more,, still alive!! Someone else sounded less confident that Jericho would stick around much longer, Last time AEW wishing Jerichos bday.
Others took the post as indirect confirmation that hes still officially part of the AEW roster, So that means he is still with AEW. Some fans just want clarity, with one user asking what everyones been thinking, So is he coming back or what?
One comment even speculated WWE is already preparing for Jerichos return, Whoa, saying HBD to a soon-to-be SmackDown star is crazy work.. And another simply added, Celebrating his next birthday in WWE.
The fan chatter comes after Jerichos cryptic appearance on NHL on TNT in late October, where he discussed his ladder match with Shawn Michaels and casually dropped the line, And then in AEW, where I work now
That single phrase has become the center of speculation, as Jericho hasnt been on AEW television since April. While it suggested he was still with the company, his absence, the change in podcast topics, and the lack of AEW branding on his upcoming cruise event have all added to the uncertainty.
Jerichos AEW dealsigned in October 2022was a three-year extension that runs through the end of 2025. Despite his current limbo, sources say theres been no request for time off, and AEW isnt trying to freeze his contract. WWE, for its part, reportedly hasnt begun creative discussions, but they are paying attention.
At this point, Jericho may simply be playing the game he knows bestkeeping everyone guessing. Hes built a career off reinvention and surprise moves, and this may just be another chapter in that story.
Do you think Chris Jericho is AEW-bound, WWE-bound, or pulling one last swerve? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what you think is really next for The Ocho.
