The Young Bucks future in doubt as OTM Raw debut receives mixed reviews

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The Young Bucks future in doubt as OTM Raw debut receives mixed reviews
Summary

Speculation surrounds The Young Bucks' future in wrestling after Dave Meltzer suggested it could be their last contract with AEW. Although Meltzer later clarified his comments were misinterpreted and emphasized they are in good positions, uncertainty remains. Meanwhile, OTM's debut on WWE Raw faced mixed reactions despite being well-received internally. Other potential matches for Sunday Night’s Main Event are also discussed, including a face-off involving Charlotte Flair and Jade Cargill. Chris Jericho confirmed his attendance at All In this Sunday.

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What We Know
  • Meltzer speculated on The Young Bucks' future with AEW amid contract discussions.
  • Meltzer later stated his comments regarding retirement were misinterpreted.
  • OTM's Raw debut received mixed crowd reactions despite positive internal feedback.
  • Possible matchups for Sunday include Flair and Bliss vs. Cargill and Michin.
  • Chris Jericho will appear at the All In event on Sunday.
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  • 5:00 AMCageside SeatsRumor Roundup (Aug. 26, 2026): The Young Bucks status, OTM Raw debut, WWE plans, more!
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CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 28: Nick Jackson and Matt Jackson of The Young Bucks with the AEW Wrestling during C2E2 at McCormick Place on February 28, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/WireImage) Another Hump Day filled with rumors. We’ve got ‘em! Lead Rumor: The Young Bucks status During Wrestling Observer Radio the other night, Dave Meltzer made some comments that led to a lot of speculation on what the future holds for The Young Bucks. In his remarks, Meltzer said he wasn’t sure how much longer any of The Elite would be wrestling, considering their age and how well they’ve done for themselves in the business. Money isn’t really a concern for these guys anymore. Matt Jackson has spoken of finishing up his career before, which could be why Meltzer outright said “I’ve heard it discussed that this might be their last contract.” That made folks wonder if they’ll be done when their current AEW deal expires. That could still be the case, but Meltzer has since taken to social media to say his comments were misinterpreted and he was only saying they’ve talked about stopping but they are on great deals. He also made clear he hasn’t talked to them directly about retiring, or leaving AEW, or being done more generally. So The Young Bucks may be done soon, unless they’re not. Other rumors floating around Despite the lack of crowd reaction live, False Finish claims OTM’s debut on Raw this week was received well internally at WWE. They also say Shinsuke Nakamura & Kyoki are likely going to be known as “Bakusai” as a team, as expected. Although one rumor said Fatal Influence vs. Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss & Tatum Paxley was being discussed for Sunday Night’s Main Event, TRNBCKL Gold now claims the match being discussed is that same babyface crew taking on Jade Cargill & Michin & B-Fab. Another match apparently being talked about for SNME, per False Finish: Blake Monroe finally wrestling on the main roster against Giulia. For what it’s worth, Chris Jericho told The Wrestling Classic he’ll be at All In on Sunday. You heard anything out there?

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