In the ever-turbulent world of professional wrestling, Jack Perry’s journey has taken another dramatic twist. After a stirring three-month stint with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he donned the guise of a “scapegoat” and allied with the notorious House of Torture faction, Perry is reportedly packing his bags for a return to All Elite Wrestling (AEW).
At the recent Windy City Riot event on April 12, Perry faced a tough loss to Shota Umino, marking a significant moment in his wrestling career. According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, this match was Perry’s swan song in NJPW as he gears up for an “imminent” comeback to AEW. While specifics on his AEW return remain under wraps, the timing is curious—with the report dropping just two days before AEW’s Dynasty pay-per-view in St. Louis, Missouri.
Perry’s last AEW moment came during a high-stakes FTW Championship match against HOOK at AEW All In London at Wembley Stadium. Following that loss, and a subsequent backstage brawl with CM Punk—which led to suspensions and contract terminations—Perry’s wrestling path seemed uncertain.
Despite earlier plans for a December 2023 return being derailed by unexpected events, including Punk’s shocking appearance at WWE’s Survivor Series, Perry’s upcoming return to AEW is highly anticipated. Fans and insiders alike are buzzing about what’s next for this dynamic performer as he transitions back to the AEW ring. Will his NJPW persona follow him, or will AEW fans see a new evolution of Jack Perry? As the wrestling world watches closely, Perry’s next moves are sure to be under intense scrutiny.