After the recent post-match segment in Texas, where Samoa Joe was seen being stretchered out of the arena, new information has surfaced explaining his upcoming absence from AEW television. Reports indicate that Joe is taking a brief hiatus from AEW to focus on promoting his successful TV series.
During last Saturday’s AEW pay-per-view event, the AEW Trios Championship match, featuring Death Rider and Gabe Kid, ended in a fierce contest. Afterward, Joe was attacked and taken off on a stretcher, a storyline move meant to temporarily remove him from AEW programming.
According to Fightful Select, this was a planned angle to accommodate Joe’s short break, which he needs to fulfill promotional duties for the new season of "Twisted Metal." The show, based on the popular video game series, will premiere its second season on July 31st on Peacock.
"Twisted Metal" had a strong first season, with Joe playing the physical role of Sweet Tooth, a terrifying ice cream truck-driving clown, while Will Arnett provides the character’s voice. The second season is highly anticipated and expected to be one of the summer’s standout releases on the streaming platform.
Fan Take: This news is significant for AEW fans because Samoa Joe’s temporary departure opens the door for fresh storylines and new rivalries within the promotion. Additionally, his rising popularity outside wrestling through "Twisted Metal" could bring more mainstream attention and fans to AEW, benefiting the sport in the long run.
