AEW Star Will Ospreay Nears Injury Return

Positive updates on the former champion's recovery timeline

Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:37am by Ben Kaplan

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Will Ospreay, a top star in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), has been sidelined for over six months due to a serious neck injury. However, recent reports indicate that Ospreay is making significant progress in his recovery and could potentially return to the ring as early as this spring, ahead of the AEW All In event at Wembley Stadium in London.

Why it matters

Ospreay's return would be a major boost for AEW, as he is considered one of the promotion's greatest stars. His high-flying, technical wrestling style has made him a fan favorite, and his absence has been felt by both the company and its supporters. Ospreay's comeback could also coincide with the highly anticipated AEW All In event, which is expected to be one of the biggest shows in the promotion's history.

The details

Ospreay has been working out in the ring before AEW events, and according to Fightful Select, 'things look very promising for him to return to form as it relates to the level he was competing at before.' The report also noted that Ospreay could potentially return by the spring of 2026, ahead of the AEW All In event in London. Ospreay underwent neck surgery for two herniated discs last year after the Forbidden Door PPV, and he was also present in Japan for Hiroshi Tanahashi's retirement at Wrestle Kingdom 20.

  • Ospreay was last seen at the Lights Out Match at the AEW X NJPW Forbidden Door PPV, where he suffered the neck injury.
  • Ospreay attended an AEW Dynamite taping on January 21, 2026, for a medical evaluation.
  • In February 2026, a promotional video hyped Ospreay's imminent return to AEW.
  • AEW President Tony Khan shared a positive update on Ospreay's recovery during an interview with a San Francisco radio station in 2026.

The players

Will Ospreay

A top star in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) known for his high-flying, technical wrestling style. He has been sidelined for over six months due to a serious neck injury.

Tony Khan

The President of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), who has provided positive updates on Ospreay's recovery and return to the promotion.

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What they’re saying

“I talk to Will Ospreay a lot, and he's doing very, very well and on the road to recovery, which is incredible news for AEW. Will Ospreay's one of our greatest stars we've ever had. And AEW's a better place anytime Will Ospreay is involved in any aspect of All Elite Wrestling.”

— Tony Khan, AEW President

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The takeaway

Ospreay's return to AEW would be a significant boost for the promotion, as he is considered one of its top stars. His high-flying, technical wrestling style has made him a fan favorite, and his absence has been felt by both the company and its supporters. Ospreay's comeback could also coincide with the highly anticipated AEW All In event, which is expected to be one of the biggest shows in the promotion's history.