Wardlow has been absent from AEW programming for over a year now. The former champion has been on a lengthy break due to injuries and non-wrestling commitments, while fans have been clamouring for his television return. Although no definite plans have been announced for the powerhouse's comeback, Wardlow's former ally-turned-rival, MJF, appears to be in trouble with his own stablemates, which could lead to The War Dog reuniting with The Salt of the Earth.Wardlow was last seen in action at Dynamite: Big Business last year, where he unsuccessfully challenged Samoa Joe for his AEW World Championship. Mr. Mayhem stopped appearing on All Elite Wrestling programming around April 2024. After much speculation regarding his absence, it was recently reported that Wardlow had sustained an injury in spring last year and was also involved in a car accident during his hiatus.The former TNT Champion also apparently landed a major TV role earlier this year, likely referring to his participation in the upcoming reboot of American Gladiators. This led to the star, his boss Tony Khan, and the creative team agreeing to hold off on his return until the timing was right. Although recent programming has not teased Wardlow's comeback, he could be inserted very easily into a storyline with his former employer and rival, MJF.The former AEW World Champion is currently rolling with The Hurt Syndicate, but his self-centered obsession with reclaiming his Triple B has seemingly started to cause some friction between him and his stablemates. Furthermore, Shelton Benjamin and Bobby Lashley recently made a deal with Adam Copeland to go after FTR, a move that Friedman was clearly unhappy about. If betrayal is on his mind again, MJF might turn on his crew and reunite with Wardlow, as well as Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler.By re-establishing The Pinnacle, Friedman could retaliate against The Hurt Syndicate over his grudges, which would, in turn, allow Wardlow to wrestle The Standard of Excellence and perhaps even The All Mighty in a battle of behemoths.AEW's Wardlow shared a peek into his personal life on social mediaWardlow hasn't stepped in an AEW ring since March of last year. During his ongoing hiatus, the 37-year-old took to Instagram to offer a glimpse at his rigorous training routine."The past year has been filled with a lot of changes, a lot of faith, and a lot of rebuilding from the ground up. I don’t have any one making me breakfast or handing me my shoes, but I take care of myself pretty well on my own. This is my daily morning routine. Pray, ground, jog, swim, couple flips to make sure I still got it, read, write, water my plant (not shown), morning shake…. Yes I love honey," he wrote. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostIt remains to be seen when Wardlow will be brought back to All Elite Wrestling.