Adam Cole made a surprise appearance during the AEW Worlds End Zero Hour pre-show, breaking his silence and offering a subtle but hopeful message about his future in the company. While Cole is still sidelined due to serious concussion-related issues, he appeared in a pre-recorded video to share his predictions for the Continental Classic tournamentand hinted that fans might see more of him in 2026.
His last in-ring appearance came back in early July, and in August at AEW All In: Texas, Cole announced he was stepping away from competition indefinitely. Since then, reports have painted a grim picture of his status, with sources like Bryan Alvarez of Wrestling Observer Live stating that AEW sources believe Cole may never wrestle again. The company has remained cautious, with Tony Khan emphasizing that Coles health and well-being are the top priority, even suggesting that he could remain part of AEW in a non-wrestling role if needed.
Coles short video segment didnt confirm any official plans for a return to the ring, but it did send a message that hes still involvedand still hopeful. While he focused on previewing the Continental Classic semifinal matchups between Kyle Fletcher and Jon Moxley, and Konosuke Takeshita and Kazuchika Okada, the real takeaway was his statement about returning to the spotlight next year.
Given recent reports that AEW is preparing for the possibility that Cole may never compete again, this on-screen moment gave fans a reason to believe that the story isnt over just yet.
Do you think Adam Cole will make an in-ring comeback in 2026or is this the start of a new chapter in his career outside the ropes? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
