🔥 Matt Hardy Drops a Bombshell: Chris Jericho Could Shock WWE Fans and Appear in TNA in 2026 👀
Chris Jericho’s wrestling future may be heading for a massive shake-up—and Matt Hardy thinks fans should buckle up.
Speaking on the latest episode of Extreme Life of Matt Hardy, the TNA star shared his bold prediction that Jericho is likely done with AEW and could make a surprising return to WWE in 2026. Even more eye-opening? Hardy believes “The Ocho” could also step inside a TNA ring for the very first time thanks to the growing WWE–TNA partnership.
With Jericho’s AEW contract reportedly expiring at the end of 2025, speculation around his next move has exploded—and Hardy added serious fuel to the fire.
“His AEW Run Feels Complete”
Hardy made it clear that Jericho’s chapter in AEW may be nearing its natural end. While praising Jericho as one of the founding pillars of the company, Hardy admitted that the momentum just isn’t the same anymore.
According to Hardy, AEW may not have taken off as quickly without Jericho serving as its first World Champion, calling him a key architect of the promotion’s early success. But times have changed—and so have fan expectations.
Fans Want Wrestling, Not Just Entertainment
Hardy noted that today’s AEW audience is leaning more toward pure in-ring action rather than veteran performers who rely heavily on character work and entertainment. He pointed out that Jericho’s recent “Learning Tree” run failed to fully connect, and his extended absence from TV only added to the feeling that it might be time for a fresh start.
That fresh start, Hardy believes, could be WWE.
WWE Return… With a Twist?
Rather than a full-time run, Hardy envisions Jericho in WWE as a special attraction—an ambassador-like figure who appears for meaningful matches and big moments.
“He’d still be a massive star if used the right way,” Hardy suggested, adding that WWE could easily position Jericho in high-profile roles that matter, even with his busy Fozzy touring schedule.
The Real Shock: Jericho in TNA?
Perhaps the most surprising part of Hardy’s prediction is Jericho appearing in TNA—a company he has never worked for in his legendary career.
With WWE and TNA now working together, Hardy believes Jericho would be the perfect crossover star. It would be a huge win for TNA’s visibility and allow Jericho to finally check one more major box off his wrestling bucket list.
2026 Could Be Wild
If Matt Hardy’s prediction comes true, 2026 could see Chris Jericho pulling off one of the most unexpected moves of his career—returning to WWE while also making history in TNA.
One thing’s certain: wherever Jericho goes next, the wrestling world will be watching closely. 👀🔥
