AEW News & Rumor Roundup: Top WWE target signed, 49-year-old legend debuts, Does a former champion hate Triple H? Jon Moxley warned

There's been a whirlwind in All Elite Wrestling as we welcome you to another edition of Sportskeeda Wrestling's AEW Roundup. Today's edition involves top stars of the industry like Jon Moxley and Triple H.

From grudge matches to long-awaited comebacks and high-profile debuts, the roundup includes stories about emotional returns to bold social media digs. So, without further ado, here’s what’s buzzing in the All Elite Wrestling universe:

#5 AEW star goes off on Jon Moxley

A top AEW star has reignited tensions with World Champion Jon Moxley, and he did not mince his words. In a candid interview with Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Bill Apter, Powerhouse Hobbs said, “I don’t forgive, I don’t forget,” pointing to their World Championship bout and reminding everyone that Moxley “had to cheat” to win.

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Hobbs didn’t stop there, warning The Purveyor of Violence to watch his back because he felt the score was far from settled. The former TNT Champion has been positioned as one of the most powerful stars in the Tony Khan-led promotion so far. Whether he gets his revenge on Moxley or fades into the background might depend on how the Tony Khan-led promotion books Hobbs.

#4 Major AEW star reveals true feelings about Triple H; takes shot at WWE

Will Ospreay has become a household name due to his stellar in-ring work. However, The Aerial Assassin has always been known for being unapologetically real in his interviews, and his latest comments are testament to the same.

Speaking to The Daily Star, Ospreay made it clear that he respected WWE and Triple H, but at the same time, he was not pulling any punches. He said, “On my worst day, I’m better than a lot of the guys in-ring from the WWE side,” backing AEW’s depth in talent when it comes to in-ring quality.

Ospreay did give props to WWE’s strengths, particularly in the promo department, highlighting the remarkable skills of names like CM Punk and Roman Reigns. However, the former International Champion made it clear he believed the Jacksonville-based promotion wins once the bell rings.

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#3 Popular star finally cleared; reportedly set to return to AEW after six months

AEW fans received some good news on the injury front with Juice Robinson reportedly nearing a comeback after suffering a broken fibula last year. He got hurt in his match against Will Ospreay during the Continental Classic.

Although he has been physically ready for nearly a month, the former NJPW and WWE standout is still awaiting medical clearance, according to a report by Fightful Select. Once the green light comes through, fans can expect Juice’s return to significantly shake up the mid-card scene and beyond.

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#2 Tony Khan reportedly signs 32-year-old star to AEW; debut imminent

A former standout from STARDOM is now reportedly All Elite. Thekla, also known as The Toxic Spider, has officially signed with AEW after ending her run with STARDOM earlier this year. The 32-year-old Austrian star has made waves in both Japan and Europe, blending hard-hitting offense with a distinct look that has turned heads globally.

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Reports also suggest that WWE had been eyeing Thekla for some time, but the Tony Khan-led promotion has secured the deal. Her debut is said to be imminent, and with rumblings of Mariah May possibly exiting the company, Thekla may be stepping into a key role in the women’s division sooner rather than later.

#1 Five-time WWE champion makes blockbuster AEW debut

This week's Dynamite delivered a rare, electric moment that left fans in awe. Earlier on the show, commentator Tony Schiavone announced that Nick Wayne would face a mystery opponent, and that opponent was revealed to be none other than The Man Beast Rhino, who made a surprise debut.

A multi-time champion across ECW, TNA, and WWE, Rhino’s return to the mainstream with the Tony Khan-led promotion was announced a few days ago. However, the suddenness of it added to the moment and was met with a huge ovation from the crowd.

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The match in itself was short-lived. Christian Cage attempted to interfere, and Wayne turned the tide. He sealed the win using Cage’s own finisher, the Killswitch.

About the author

Karan Raj is a senior writer in Sportskeeda's AEW division. He holds an engineering degree from Manipal University, but his passion for sports motivated him to pursue an MSc in Sports Business from the University of Liverpool. Karan has been in the sports marketing industry for the past seven years.

As a lifelong WWE fan and enthusiast of wrestling entertainment, he has always been drawn to the industry's unique blend of sports and storytelling. Karan was introduced to the business by his elder sister when he was 10 years old.

Before assuming his current role at Sportskeeda, Karan worked for several reputable organizations, such as Ting Works LLP and Sportz Interactive, wearing different hats. He also wrote the anthem of UP Rudras, a hockey team that played in the Hockey India League. Karan conducts thorough research while writing articles and only relies on credible sources for information.

Karan's favorite pro wrestler is Seth Rollins. He admires The Visionary's versatility as a performer and his ability to play both heel and babyface characters to perfection. Besides Rollins, Karan looks up to Roman Reigns for his storytelling skills and ability to captivate audiences.

In AEW, he enjoys watching Will Ospreay compete inside the ring. Karan loves The Aerial Assassin's technical in-ring ability and athleticism. If Karan could go back to the Attitude Era, he would combine forces with Jericho and promise to elevate his career to the same level as The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin.When not writing about pro wrestling, Karan loves to play and watch football. It is a huge part of his life.

He is also a massive fan of tennis and is learning to play the sport. Apart from sports, he also knows how to play the ukulele.

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Edited by Pratik Singh