After nearly a year away from the ring, AEW’s “Best Bout Machine” Kenny Omega is gearing up for a return that could include a blockbuster showdown with Kazuchika Okada. According to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Omega has been dropping hints and holding backstage talks about his comeback, with plans reportedly in place for a fifth singles clash with Okada—their first since leaving NJPW fans breathless in 2018.
Omega’s return has been a long time coming. Last year, he faced a severe bout of diverticulitis, which required surgery and a lengthy recovery. But with recent appearances and teases building momentum, Omega’s highly anticipated return is finally on the horizon. He’ll even appear at NJPW Power Struggle on November 4, where he’ll likely stir more speculation alongside NJPW President Hiroshi Tanahashi.
Omega’s comeback is expected to revive his feud with The Elite, but all eyes are on his rematch with Okada, a rivalry that has redefined modern wrestling. If this showdown happens, Omega and Okada will carry the weight of their past encounters—and fans’ sky-high expectations—into an unforgettable AEW ring return.