AEW Champion Injury: Non-Contact Issue Prevents Clearance
- Samoa Joe is currently unable to compete due to a non-contact injury sustained during training, as announced on the January 28th episode of AEW Dynamite.
- The injury impacts Joe's position in the AEW World Championship scene.
- Prior to the injury, Joe secured a win against Mike bailey on the January 12th edition of Dynamite, solidifying his status as a potential challenger for the title.
Samoa Joe is currently unable to compete due to a non-contact injury sustained during training, as announced on the January 28th episode of AEW Dynamite.
The injury impacts Joe’s position in the AEW World Championship scene. He had been a prominent contender following the Worlds End pay-per-view, where MJF emerged victorious in a four-way match also featuring Swerve Strickland and Hangman Adam Page.
Prior to the injury, Joe secured a win against Mike bailey on the January 12th edition of Dynamite, solidifying his status as a potential challenger for the title.
As of January 29, 2026, AEW has not announced a timetable for Joe’s return. The promotion intends to determine a new number one contender at Grand Slam Australia, who will then face MJF for the championship at Revolution.