Malakai Black’s WWE Return Looking More Likely After AEW Exit

Malakai Black’s time in AEW is coming to an end, and it looks like he won’t be getting a farewell moment on TV.

After weeks of speculation, AEW sources confirmed via PWInsider that the company has had no discussions about Black making any final appearances before his contract expires. That means fans shouldn’t expect a dramatic exit storyline—he’s simply done.

For those wondering about the timing, Black’s AEW contract is believed to run out between February and March 2025. That officially rules him out of a surprise entry in the WWE Royal Rumble on February 1. However, all signs point to him heading back to WWE as soon as he’s legally free to do so.

Inside WWE, Black’s name has already come up in creative discussions as recently as last week, according to PWTorch. That’s a strong indication that the company is already making plans for his return. With Triple H running the show, there’s a lot of speculation that Black could finally get the push many felt he was denied during his first WWE run.

AEW is moving forward without him, and WWE is apparently waiting with open arms. Now the only question is when and how he’ll re-emerge.

Malakai Black’s AEW chapter is officially closing, and WWE seems ready to bring him back into the fold. No farewell, no send-off—just a quiet exit while the wrestling world waits to see what’s next. If WWE is already talking about him behind the scenes, it’s only a matter of time before he resurfaces. Now, the only question is how they’ll reintroduce him when the moment finally comes.