AEW fans have been left scratching their heads over the prolonged absence of Austin and Colten Gunn, the self-proclaimed “Best Brother Tag Team” and key members of the Bang Bang Gang. It’s been over three months since the brothers last competed in an AEW ring, leaving stablemates Jay White and Juice Robinson to carry the faction’s flag — but now, it seems injuries have derailed their plans.
Austin Gunn Out, Colten in Limbo
According to Fightful Select, Austin Gunn is currently sidelined with an undisclosed injury, confirmed at the WrestleCade convention. Meanwhile, Colten Gunn appears to be healthy and cleared for action as of last week, but with the duo typically working as a package deal, Colten has stayed off-screen while his brother recovers.
The lack of clarity surrounding Austin’s condition adds to the mystery, as AEW has not officially commented on the situation. Whether Colten’s continued absence is a storyline decision or simply a holding pattern remains unclear.
The Bang Bang Gang’s Misfortunes
Adding to the faction’s woes, Juice Robinson suffered a broken fibula during his opening-round match in the 2024 Continental Classic tournament, further thinning the group’s ranks. With Austin, Colten, and Juice all out of action, Jay White now stands alone as the Bang Bang Gang’s sole active member heading into 2025.
It’s a tough break for a group that once dominated the AEW World Trios Championship scene. The Gunns and White initially held both the AEW and ROH World Trios Championships but were stripped of the belts after White broke his foot and Robinson was deemed ineligible to step in. Their efforts to regain AEW gold at All In London fell short, as the makeshift team of Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, and PAC secured the titles.
What’s Next for the Gunns?
While Austin heals and Colten waits in the wings, fans are left wondering when the brothers will return and how AEW plans to reintroduce them. Could the Bang Bang Gang regroup and reclaim their dominance in 2025, or will this string of injuries prove to be their undoing?
For now, the Gunns remain on the sidelines, and Jay White carries the Bang Bang Gang banner solo — but in wrestling, the tides can turn faster than you can say, “Bang Bang!”