Chris Jericho Announces AEW Return Match at Dynasty

Veteran wrestler to face Ricochet in first AEW bout since losing ROH title

Apr. 9, 2026 at 9:04am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a wrestling match, with the figures of Jericho and Ricochet broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes of vibrant color.The anticipated showdown between veteran Chris Jericho and high-flyer Ricochet promises to be a visually captivating clash of AEW's past and future.Vancouver Today

Chris Jericho made a surprise return to AEW last week and this week on Dynamite, he announced he will compete in his official in-ring return match at the upcoming AEW Dynasty pay-per-view event on Sunday. Jericho will face off against Ricochet in the highly anticipated showdown.

Why it matters

Jericho's return is a major boost for AEW as the company looks to build momentum heading into its biggest annual event. The match with Ricochet will also mark Jericho's first AEW appearance since losing the ROH World Championship at last year's Dynasty show.

The details

On Dynamite, Jericho cut an emotional promo about his history with AEW and his desire to be a part of the company's future. Before he could officially sign his new contract, he was confronted by Ricochet and The Demand, who told Jericho he should stay away. But Jericho defiantly signed the deal anyway and revealed he had the right to choose his own opponent for Dynasty, selecting Ricochet.

  • Jericho made his surprise return to AEW last week.
  • The Jericho-Ricochet match was announced on the April 9, 2026 episode of Dynamite.
  • AEW Dynasty will take place this Sunday, April 13, 2026.

The players

Chris Jericho

A veteran wrestler and one of the founding members of AEW, Jericho is a multi-time world champion who has been a key part of the company's success since its inception.

Ricochet

A high-flying, athletic wrestler known for his innovative aerial maneuvers, Ricochet is one of the top stars in AEW and a member of the stable The Demand.

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What they’re saying

“I've been a part of AEW's past, but I want to be a part of the future too.”

— Chris Jericho

“You're a part of the past, Jericho. You should just stay away and perform concerts with your band.”

— Ricochet, Member of The Demand

What’s next

The Jericho-Ricochet match is set for this Sunday's AEW Dynasty pay-per-view event in Vancouver.

The takeaway

Jericho's return to AEW has generated major buzz, and his match with Ricochet at Dynasty will be a must-see clash between two of the company's biggest stars as AEW looks to deliver its biggest event of the year.