Kenny Omegas pursuit of AEW World Tag Team gold alongside Chris Jericho faced an unexpected hurdle when he was diagnosed with diverticulitis, necessitating urgent surgery. This serious medical condition forced Omega to step back from the ring and postpone his plans. However, hes been making strides in his recovery and recently resumed in-ring training, showcasing his commitment to a successful comeback.
Omega made his first television appearance since December on the May 1 episode of AEW Dynamite, updating fans on his recovery journey. Unfortunately, his return was cut short when The Elite, including The Young Bucks, Jack Perry, and Kazuchika Okada, attacked him, leading to his temporary write-off from the show.
Intensive Training Regimen
Close friend and longtime partner Kota Ibushi confirmed that Omega has already begun training at his facility. According to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Omega and Ibushi have been focusing on a variety of training methods, including ring movement, stamina, boxing, and Jiu-Jitsu. Omega is clearly going above and beyond to ensure hes in peak condition for his return.
Fans Eagerly Await Omegas Comeback
With his steady progress post-surgery and his dedication to training, fans are eagerly anticipating Omegas return to in-ring action. As the Best Bout Machine gets back into form, speculation is swirling about when hell make his long-awaited comeback to AEW.
Kenny Omegas journey back to the ring has been filled with challenges, but his commitment to recovery and training is inspiring. How do you think his return will impact AEW, especially in the tag team division alongside Chris Jericho? What are your predictions for his first storyline upon returning? Share your thoughts in the comments!
