Chris Jericho Dismisses Retirement Rumors, Defends AEW Career

One big thing: AEW star Chris Jericho has no plans to retire anytime soon

Chris Jericho, a veteran wrestler and former AEW World Champion, has addressed speculation about his potential retirement, firmly stating he has no intentions of hanging up his boots.

• Jericho, 53, has been with AEW since its inception in 2019.
• He’s previously teased retirement, including putting his career on the line against MJF at All Out 2021.
• In a recent interview with Daily Star, Jericho dismissed “please retire” chants from crowds.

Key quote:

“To me, when the ‘please retire’ chants were going, I was laughing because I have zero intentions of that. I’ve got a six pack and I can do a moonsault and I know exactly what I’m doing in the ring,” Jericho said.

Why it matters:

Jericho’s commitment to continuing his career impacts AEW’s roster depth and star power. His experience and ability to craft storylines remain valuable assets to the promotion.

By the numbers:

• 33 years: Jericho’s time in the wrestling industry
• 53 years old: Jericho’s current age
• 1: Number of times Jericho has held the AEW World Championship

The big picture:

Jericho’s stance on retirement reflects a broader trend of wrestlers extending their careers well into their 50s and beyond, challenging traditional notions of when performers should step away from the ring.

What’s next:

Jericho will defend his FTW Championship against Hook at AEW All In London on August 25. If Hook loses, he can’t challenge for the title again while Jericho is champion.

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