Wrestling legend Chris Jericho has finally broken his silence on his future in wrestling.
In a recent interview on the Tim Weisberg Show in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Jericho addressed his plans for 2026, stating that he is “not done yet” and intends to continue wrestling.
Jericho, who has had a successful career spanning over four decades, has reinvented himself numerous times, and his passion for the sport remains strong.
When asked about his future in the ring, Jericho said: “Well, you never know, man. That’s the thing is — I’m not done yet. So, still figuring out everything and we’ll see where I end up.
“But I’m pretty sure you’ll see me in 2026 in a wrestling ring somewhere.”
It’s believed Jericho’s AEW deal is up anytime now and despite helping build the company since it’s inception in 2019, the 55-year-old has done pretty much everything he can in Tony Khan’s wrestling universe.
Beyond his wrestling career, Jericho has a diverse portfolio of projects, including his music career with Fozzy and Kuarantine, his podcast network, and various television opportunities.
“There’s always things going on that kind of come across my plate. And it’s always cool to see — obviously there’s always wrestling stuff and there’s music stuff and there’s podcast stuff,” Jericho explained.
Jericho emphasised the rapid pace of his professional life, noting that new opportunities often arise unexpectedly.
He mentioned that even as his year seemed to be winding down with scheduled performances for his KISS cover band Kuarantine, another filming commitment immediately filled the gap.
“So you never know what’s going to be coming up for me, but it’s always busy,” Jericho said. “And, you know, even this week, the Kuarantine shows were going to be kind of the end of the year for me.
“And then another gig came up for me the following week to film some stuff for a show. So, it never ends and things happen. And when they happen, they happen quickly. So you just have to be ready to go.”
There’s no questions fan grew tired of Jericho towards the end of his AEW run and his character needed a break.
However, he is absolutely beloved in WWE and would be welcomed back with open arms for sure. A Hall of Fame induction would no doubt await him.
It’s hard to imagine exactly where Jericho would fit on a WWE card right now, but could he make a comeback at the 2026 Royal Rumble?
