Source: FOX News
Summary
Dustin Rhodes, an All Elite Wrestling (AEW) star, won the vacated AEW TNT Championship at All In but lost the title 19 days later due to double knee replacement surgery. He revealed that he needed surgery and was forced to vacate the Ring of Honor Six-Man and Ring of Honor World Tag Team Championships. Rhodes stated that he will return to the ring in two to three weeks.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Rhodes’ title reign was a flash in the pan, like many wrestling storylines.
He went from champion to sidelined in a blink, a common narrative in pro wrestling.
But despite the setbacks, Rhodes remains confident in his return, saying his new knees are feeling good.
This one feels recognizable early, with Rhodes’ road to recovery mirroring the ups and downs of his wrestling career.
Original Observation: Rhodes’ return will be met with a AEW that’s been on fire since the start of the year, a perfect storm of momentum and confidence.
Author: Evan Null
