Kota Ibushi has officially made his return to AEW. The former IWGP World Heavyweight Champion surprised fans on the June 21st episode of AEW Collision by coming to the aid of Kenny Omega and Mark Briscoe during their confrontation with the Don Chariss family.
Ibushi came in with determination, quickly defeating Josh Alexander. He then faced off against Kazuchika Okada in an intense exchange, hinting at a major upcoming showdown between the two. Though their encounter was brief, it built strong excitement for what’s to come.
This marks Ibushi’s first appearance in AEW since November 2023 on AEW Dynamite. Earlier in April, Ibushi confirmed that his visa issues had been resolved, signaling his return was near. Now, he’s back and ready to support Omega with serious backing.
Kenny Omega is preparing to face Okada at the “I’ll Show You Everything” event, where he previously won his first AEW Unified Championship in London. With Ibushi rejoining the scene, the anticipation around this match has intensified ahead of the July 13th showdown.
Fan Take: Ibushi’s return is a game-changer for AEW fans, injecting fresh energy and potential star power into the promotion. His alliance with Omega could lead to some thrilling moments, elevating the sport to new heights in the coming months.
