Wardlow paid a visit to the AEW Revolution backstage area

The former AEW TNT Champion is recovering from an injury suffered in 2025

His appearance in the dressing room does not guarantee a return in the near future

Wardlow
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Sebastián Martínez
Sebastián Martínez
Published 03/24/2026

Wardlow, former AEW TNT champion, made a surprise backstage appearance during AEW Revolution in Los Angeles, although according to Fightful Select there are no active plans for his return to the ring.

The powerhouse was present at the event as a visitor, not participating in any storyline or segment. Wardlow is recovering from an injury he suffered immediately after his return in 2025, which has kept him away from action for several months.

Parallel to his rehabilitation, the former champion has been involved in filming two seasons of the show American Gladiators, where his physique and charisma fit perfectly. So far, AEW has not made concrete plans for his return, nor has it been confirmed if he is medically cleared to compete.

We have learned that former AEW TNT champion, Wardlow, was backstage at AEW Revolution in Los Angeles. He was there as a visitor and had not been actively included in the show's program. Wardlow is recovering from an injury he suffered in 2025, just after his return. He is part of the cast of the upcoming American Gladiators show, of which he has already filmed two seasons.

Wardlow's visit to Revolution sparks speculation about a possible imminent return, but internal sources indicate that nothing is scheduled immediately. We will continue to report as the situation develops.