Wrestling fans, gather around for a poignant update from one of AEW’s brightest stars, Kenny Omega. Known for his high-flying moves and intense matches, Omega has recently been wrestling with something far tougher than his usual opponents: diverticulitis. Following a daring appearance on the May 1 edition of “AEW Dynamite,” Omega revealed on a Twitch stream that he’s headed for surgery in just a few days.
“I take risks when I do anything,” Omega shared with his fans. “But stepping out of my comfort zone means my health can spiral quickly. Sadly, that recent appearance landed me back in the hospital.” Despite the setback, Omega found a silver lining in getting some necessary pre-op procedures expedited, thanks to a top-tier doctor who’s taken his case.
While streaming might be off the table for now, Omega’s spirits are surprisingly high. “I’m nervous, sure, but feeling optimistic about this surgery,” he admitted. However, the gravity of his situation has led him to consider a future possibly away from the wrestling ring. Omega confessed that retirement was a real consideration, a thought that dawned on him amidst his health struggles.
“There was a moment when I wasn’t sure if I was coming back at all,” Omega revealed somberly. “I was ready to hang up my boots and could have done so with a smile, knowing I’ve had a fantastic ride in this wrestling world.”
But despair not, Omega fans! The man known as “The Cleaner” isn’t throwing in the towel just yet. With new medical guidance, Omega is hopeful for a return to AEW, potentially rebranded and revitalized. “It’s given me a chance to think about a new Kenny Omega. Maybe re-packaging, something completely different when I come back,” he pondered about his future.
As Omega prepares for his upcoming surgery, the wrestling community stands in solidarity with one of its most beloved figures, hopeful for not just a recovery but a spectacular comeback. Whether he returns to his old form or reinvents himself anew, one thing is certain: Kenny Omega’s story is far from over.