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Which former WWE superstar will show up in AEW next? This has been the hottest topic of conversation in the pro wrestling world recently, and for good reason.
AEW have proven time and again that certain stars that were not used to their full potential in WWE. Stars such as Cody Rhodes, Malakai Black, and Miro could yet make an enduring mark in All Elite Wrestling. Many top stars were recently released from WWE, and certainly, a lot of them could end up in AEW.
There was a picture of The Elite that was circulated on social media. And yes, the picture holds a whole bunch of clues.
Special thanks to Sportskeeda Wrestling's own young buck, Uday Maggon, for being a sleuth and helping me out with this article. Let's get the obvious one out of the way first and work our way from there!
#6 Could WWE and WCW legend Ric Flair be AEW bound?
It's common knowledge by now that Ric Flair was let go from WWE recently. It makes all the sense in the world to be headed to AEW because 2 of the 4 Horsemen work there - Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard. Yes, the men have had ups and downs through the years, but there's still a story to be told with them.
One look at Luke Gallows' robe and you know that it's a tribute to the Nature Boy. Not only is AEW the place where Andrade works now (who is engaged to Ric Flair's daughter, Charlotte), but also one of Ric Flair's best friends and greatest opponents, Sting, has made AEW his home.
Ric Flair will be a lot more at home at All Elite Wrestling than he was in WWE, where he was asked to work with Lacey Evans etc. Yes, sir, this is the first Easter Egg.
#5 Is AEW Bray Wyatt's next destination?
Will former WWE Superstar Bray Wyatt fit seamlessly into AEW? While he was never really a Kenny Omega between the ropes, he's one of the greatest ring psychologists to ever grace the squared circle, and perhaps the most creative wrestling mind of the modern era. He could carve a unique niche for himself in AEW.
If you look at the shirts that The Young Bucks have on, it's a clear indicator that Bray Wyatt's arrival is being teased. This does not mean that Wyatt could necessarily show up in his former WWE avatar. Could he arrive as a variation of The Fiend gimmick?
#4 Could WWE legend Bret Hart show up on Dynamite?
Let's look at Luke Gallows (there's a tongue twister yet again) and the shades he has on. They are a clear indicator that 2-time WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart could be headed to AEW.
AEW recently trademarked 'King of Harts' and one believes it's a tournament to honor the wrestling icon, Owen Hart. If this is indeed the plan, an appearance from Bret Hart is indeed warranted.
#3 and #2 Are former WWE stars The Bollywood Boyz heading to AEW?
Is a former WWE tag team headed to AEW? It certainly would seem so, especially if you check out the shirt that Karl Anderson is wearing. In no uncertain terms, The Bollywood Boyz even told Sportskeeda that they want to face FTR and The Young Bucks! Just check out the interview above if you don't believe us!
As can be seen in the Tweet shared above, The Bollywood Boyz further fueled the rumors that AEW will be their home after WWE!
#1 The final piece of the puzzle could be CM Punk vs. Kenny Omega for the AEW Championship!
Of course, the big one is the most difficult to spot. Cookie Monster, the shirt that AEW Champion Kenny Omega has on could be a reference to CM of CM Punk fame.
One has to believe CM Punk vs. Kenny Omega is the money match that will happen if the Voice of the Voiceless is indeed AEW bound. The rumors of him heading back to WWE can finally be put to bed.
