Kota Ibushi focuses on venue while considering return to wrestling
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:19 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Kota Ibushi, recovering from injuries sustained during an AEW match against Josh Alexander, has undergone two surgeries. Originally aiming to return to AEW by the end of 2026, the 44-year-old now shifts focus to acquiring a wrestling venue in Japan. Although he has not abandoned hopes of wrestling again, concerns about his balance and mobility remain. He is currently documenting his various jobs to finance the venue on Instagram, including work at a Mahjong parlor and appearances on a radio show.
- •Ibushi was injured in a match against Josh Alexander at AEW Collision.
- •He is undergoing recovery after two surgeries for his injury.
- •Ibushi is now aiming to buy a wrestling venue in Japan.
- •He shares updates on his job efforts via Instagram.
- •Concerns remain about his ability to return to the ring.
- 4:19 PMWrestling Inc — Backstage Report On Chances Of AEW Star Kota Ibushi Returning To The Ring
"Kota Ibushi was injured last fall at an "AEW Collision" taping in match against Josh Alexander. The injury has resulted in two surgries.
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