Samoa Joe, a dominant star in professional wrestling, made his mark in AEW in 2022 by winning the AEW World Championship twice and the TNT Championship twice. He also leads the faction known as the Opps, which includes Hook and Katsuyori Shibata.
However, Samoa Joe recently suffered a setback after losing the world title in a four-way match at Worlds End 2025. His last match in the promotion was against “Speedball” Mike Bailey, where he emerged victorious. Unfortunately, Joe sustained an injury during the match, and he will be out of action for an unknown period. Reports suggest that he has suffered a no-contact injury, dispelling rumors that his absence was due to filming for Twisted Metal season 3, which has not yet begun production.
As Samoa Joe takes time to recover, fans and colleagues alike wish him a speedy recovery. His absence will undoubtedly be felt in the coming weeks, as he is considered one of Tony Khan’s key talents.
In a recent interview with SHAK Wrestling, Samoa Joe, who is 46 years old, mentioned that he does not envision a farewell tour when he retires from in-ring competition. He expressed his preference for quietly hanging up his boots without much fanfare, stating, “It might be a surprise. It might just be one day I’m gone and leave it at that.”
Only time will tell what the future holds for the Samoan Submission Machine. Hopefully, he will be able to retire on his own terms, continuing to make an impact in the wrestling world. Sportskeeda and wrestling fans everywhere look forward to his return to the ring and wish him all the best in his recovery journey.
As the wrestling community eagerly anticipates Samoa Joe’s comeback, the legacy of this iconic wrestler continues to inspire and entertain fans around the world.
