In a recent behind-the-scenes report, more information surfaces about Kazuchika Okada’s departure from NJPW, raising speculation about his potential move to WWE or AEW.
According to Fightful Select, Okada has recently communicated his decision to leave NJPW, surprising insiders who expected the announcement next week. Following a recent discussion between Okada and NJPW, it appears that there was an understanding that he would not be renewing his contract with the company.
While the report from Fightful Select does not provide specifics on Okada’s destination, it lists WWE, AEW, and TNA as potential options. Okada had a positive stint with TNA, and both WWE and AEW have expressed interest, though it is deemed ‘too soon to tell.’
WWE sources expect at least an initial conversation with Okada, and AEW has also expressed interest in engaging with him. Adding to the intrigue, Tony Khan, the head of AEW, posted two cryptic Tweets today—one expressing generic excitement about AEW’s future in 2024 and another featuring a gif from The Wire. Wrestling enthusiasts can delve into The Wire references and draw their own conclusions about potential wrestling territory war comparisons.
It’s crucial to note that Kazuchika Okada continues to hold the NJPW Championship and the NEVER Openweight Six Man Tag Team Championship with Tomohiro Ishii and Hiroshi Tanahashi.
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) January 19, 2024
