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#6. Hope is true: WWE star to leave and lead AEW faction

AEW may have a big boost soon. WWE legend Matt Hardy hasn't been utilized too much on television except the occasional appearance to put over younger talent. While that's a fine role for him, it appears as though his time in the company may be done.

The Wrestling Observer Newsletter had reported that Hardy pitched a new story and the return of the "Woken" character but it was rejected. It's well-known that his contract expires in early March 2020 and it's believed that Hardy won't be renewing the contract.

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Instead, Dave Meltzer mentioned on WOR that there's a possibility that Hardy jumps ship to AEW and leads the "Dark Order" faction. While it looks like a faction with potential, it's been hard for the larger fanbase to take them too seriously.

They've teased having a leader and Hardy could be the man to take them to the next level. There's no doubt that he would be utilized well at AEW.

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