Kenny Omega has taken to social media to respond to a report from Fightful Select regarding his upcoming absence from All Elite Wrestling. Following the conclusion of the September 3 episode of AEW Dynamite, where he was attacked by the Don Callis Family and stretchered out of the arena, a report surfaced stating that the angle was a way to write him off television for a planned break that would include a trip to Japan. The former AEW World Champion has been working through significant pain since his return from diverticulitis earlier this year, and his time away is necessary for his health.
In his post on X (formerly Twitter), Omega took issue with the phrasing of the report, making it clear that his time away is not a vacation but is dedicated to his health and other company-related responsibilities.
“Time off? Specialized hospital visits and work that had been planned for a year, but sure, let’s bait the trolls. I’m just trying to improve what I can and represent the company in a positive way while not performing. Don’t be misleading with headlines, please and thank you.”
While he did not deny that he will be out of action, his statement clarifies the nature of his absence. It has also been reported by Fightful that part of his planned work while away includes an appearance at the Tokyo Game Show. It is currently unknown when the former AEW World Champion will be able to make his return to the ring.
