AEW wrestler Hook has been sidelined since April due to a concussion sustained during a match. Although he made a brief appearance in May’s Anarchy in the Arena match during the Double or Nothing event, it was a one-time cameo, and he has yet to return to regular programming. Recent updates from an AEW Q&A indicate there is no clear timeline for his comeback, as Hook was not fully cleared medically at the time of his brief appearance.
At the Double or Nothing pay-per-view, Hook was seen ringside supporting his faction, the Blackpool Combat Club (BGC). While he helped his teammates against the Death Riders, he himself was not involved in any physical attacks during the event. Since last year, Hook has been part of the BGC alongside Samoa Joe and Prince of Gokunojima. The group was supposed to challenge for the AEW World Trios Championship before Hook’s injury. Powerhouse Hobbs replaced Hook in the trio, and along with Joe and Shibata, they won the titles in April.
Samoa Joe is currently off TV as well, focusing on promoting the upcoming second season of his series "Twisted Metal," which will debut on streaming soon. This might be a crucial moment to prepare for Hook’s eventual return, but it ultimately depends on his health and readiness. If he does come back soon, his comeback will likely be kept under wraps for maximum impact.
Fan Take: Hook’s injury absence leaves a significant gap in AEW’s roster, especially given his rising status and the momentum of the Blackpool Combat Club. His eventual return could shake up the AEW trios division and add fresh excitement to the promotion, making it a development AEW fans are eagerly anticipating.
