Welcome to the latest edition of Sportskeeda Wrestling's AEW News & Rumor Roundup. Today, we are looking at stories involving top All Elite Wrestling stars, including Mercedes Mone, Jon Moxley, and Hangman Adam Page, among others.A wrestling veteran believes an absent AEW star will return at the Royal Rumble 2026. Meanwhile, Hangman Page reunited with his former faction, but in heartbreaking fashion, and the Jacksonville-based promotion just made a major Jon Moxley announcement. We've got some headline-worthy news to cover today, so let's get started with the roundup.#5. Red Velvet fires personal remarks at Mercedes MoneThe rivalry between Mercedes Mone and Red Velvet has escalated ahead of their major championship rematch at the Final Battle PLE. Two weeks ago, the CEO defeated Red Velvet on Collision to capture the Ring of Honor Women’s World Television Championship, a belt she had held in its interim form for several weeks prior. Their previous encounter ended in controversy, and the rematch was set after Red Velvet demanded another shot during last week’s Collision.During her challenge, Red Velvet delivered personal remarks aimed at the reigning TBS champion, referencing her loss to Kris Statlander at Full Gear and criticizing her absence from ROH television since becoming champion. In response, Mercedes Moné posted a diss video on Instagram, stating: "There’s a price to pay @la_redvelvet when you talk down on Mercedes Moné! WatchROH.com 🤑 #ROH #Aewdynamite #CEO Ultimomone"#4. Renee Dupree says Chris Jericho will return to WWE at the Royal Rumble 2026.The status of Chris Jericho continues to spark discussion as his contract with AEW reportedly nears its expiration date. Y2J, who joined Tony Khan's promotion in 2019 and became its first-ever World Champion, has spent the last six years as one of the company’s most prominent names. With his deal set to expire this month, speculation has increased about a potential WWE return.Former WWE star and two-time champion Rene Dupree weighed in on the situation in a video on his YouTube Channel, expressing his belief that Jericho will make a comeback at the 2026 Royal Rumble. “I think we’re gonna see him debut, Rumble would probably be a great spot for him to comeback,” said Dupree.#3. Jon Moxley will face Konosuke Takeshita next in the AEW Continental Classic tournament.Jon Moxley’s recent struggles in AEW continued after a major loss to fellow Death Riders' member Claudio Castagnoli in the ongoing Continental Classic tournament. The match saw the Swiss Superstar dominate large stretches before securing the victory, leaving the Purveyor of Violence visibly stunned as he nodded in disbelief at ringside. The defeat added to the narrative that Moxley has been unable to convert opportunities into major wins, raising questions about his role within The Death Riders faction.Meanwhile, AEW announced that Moxley’s next tournament match will be this Saturday on Collision against Konosuke Takeshita, the current IWGP World Heavyweight Champion. The match is expected to play a key role in determining Moxley’s tournament future.#2. Samoa Joe explains why HOOK turned heel; Eddie Kingston fires back The buildup toward next Wednesday’s AEW Winter is Coming continued with a heated promo exchange between AEW World Champion Samoa Joe and challenger Eddie Kingston. Last night, Joe addressed the surprising events at Full Gear 2025, where HOOK turned heel by helping him win the World Championship. Joe stated that HOOK’s actions can be traced to a championship legacy, referencing the reputations of HOOK’s father, Taz, and his mentors. The Cold-Hearted Handsome Devil later expanded on this, explaining that The Opps (Samoa Joe, Powerhouse Hobbs, and Katsuyori Shibata) are his family. "HOOK is a man who has grown up with a championship legacy. His father, a great champion, his mentor, a great champion in the industry," Joe said.In response, Eddie Kingston delivered some pointed criticism, stating that Joe has become everything he once opposed in wrestling. Kingston accused Joe of relying on HOOK and attacking people from behind.#1. Hangman Adam Page reunited with Dark OrderA backstage reunion involving Hangman Adam Page and The Dark Order took place on Dynamite last night, creating an emotional moment ahead of their scheduled trios match against The Opps. John Silver, Alex Reynolds, and Evil Uno were set to compete with an opportunity to earn a future title shot at the Trios championship if they won. Due to Hangman’s recent attempts to retaliate against The Opps, Reynolds pleaded with him not to interfere."Look, I know you're looking for blood, but whatever you do, don't ruin this for us," Alex Reynolds said.Hangman agreed to stay out of it, but after The Opps beat the Dark Order in their match, he quickly appeared, wielding a chain. Hangman later cut a fiery promo backstage, challenging Hobbs and Shibata to a tag match for next week's Winter is Coming, saying he wouldn't be alone.