Frankie Kazarian discusses return to TNA Wrestling after AEW departure
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Frankie Kazarian, a veteran wrestler, returned to TNA Wrestling in 2023 after leaving AEW at the start of the year. In a podcast interview, Kazarian explained that he did not have discussions with other companies before his departure from AEW. After one conversation with Scott D'Amore at TNA, he felt encouraged to rejoin, making his debut just two days later at a pay-per-view event. Kazarian has since interacted with WWE and maintained connections with AEW talent, participating in events such as the 2025 Jericho Cruise.
- •Kazarian left AEW after three and a half years.
- •He rejoined TNA Wrestling for the first time in nine years.
- •Kazarian debuted on a TNA pay-per-view just two days after returning.
- •He has maintained connections within AEW and worked with WWE.
- •Kazarian has been a part of TNA since 2003.
- 1:00 AMWrestling Inc — Frankie Kazarian Recalls AEW Departure & Return To TNA Wrestling
"Former TNA World Champion Frankie Kazarian has detailed how he returned to the company in 2023 after his departure from AEW.
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