AEW News & Rumor Roundup: Ex-WWE champion drops massive comeback tease, Tony Khan announces huge return, Black Brock Lesnar?

Welcome to the latest edition of Sportskeeda Wrestling's AEW News & Rumor Roundup. Today, we are looking at stories involving top pro-wrestling stars, including Brock Lesnar and Tony Khan, among others.

A former WWE champion who is currently injured has hinted at a return to AEW. Meanwhile, Tony Khan has announced a return for a major All Elite Wrestling pay-per-view, and a veteran in the Jacksonville-based promotion has compared Brock Lesnar to a popular Black superstar. We have headline-worthy news emerging from the All Elite Wrestling universe today, so without further delay, let's start the roundup.

#4. Dustin Rhodes set for AEW return in March 2026

Former thirteen-time WWE champion and AEW veteran Dustin Rhodes has shared a major update on his recovery, subtly indicating when fans may expect him back in the ring. Rhodes has been absent from programming for over five months, following knee issues that he had postponed addressing for several months. The veteran finally underwent surgery in August, shortly after being written off television in a Street Fight loss to Kyle Fletcher on the July 31 Collision taping.

In a recent Instagram post, Rhodes shared a clip of himself training while discussing his current condition. He noted that although he is still dealing with lingering pain, he remains committed to regaining full strength. Rhodes added that his goal is to be back to full fitness by March 2026, suggesting a potential return timeline.

"PT Update: Working hard and will get there. Still dealing with some pain but not as bad. Gonna be a good while but I will make sure when its all better to get back to work. March is my goal," Dustin wrote on Instagram.

#3. MVP calls Bobby Lashley AEW's Black Brock Lesnar

AEW star Bobby Lashley has been drawing comparisons to Brock Lesnar due to the way his on-screen image is being protected. The Almighty is currently aligned with wrestling veteran MVP as part of The Hurt Syndicate, a faction positioned as one of the promotion’s dominant stables. MVP recently discussed Lashley’s presentation during an appearance on his Marking Out podcast, explaining that he has taken measures to ensure Lashley is consistently portrayed as a powerhouse.

MVP stated that he often rejects requests from All Elite Wrestling stars who pitch spots involving moves such as powerbombs or suplexes on Lashley. He emphasized that these decisions are made to maintain Lashley’s aura, adding that the former WWE Champion is too nice and gives in certain situations.

"Guys will want to do stuff to Bobby and Bobby would be like, ‘Eh,’ and I'll be, ‘No, no, you can't do that to him.’ Bobby just be like, ‘Talk to P.’ ‘Would you do that to Brock Lesnar? No. Well, that's black Brock Lesnar. So no, you can't Suplex him. No, you can't Powerbomb him. Not you.’ Protect your size. Protect being a giant," he said. [H/T - WrestlePurist's X]

#3. Tony Khan confirms AEW Revolution 2026 returns to LA

Tony Khan has officially revealed when and where AEW Revolution 2026 will take place. Revolution is regarded as one of the promotion's marquee pay-per-view events, forming the company’s “big four” alongside Double or Nothing, All In, and All Out. The show is known for delivering significant matches and major storyline developments each year.

Khan announced that Revolution 2026 will take place on March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles. This marks the second consecutive year that the PLE will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in LA. Tickets will go on sale starting December 15.

#1. WWE Hall of Famer Sting's son welcomes a baby boy

A personal milestone was shared this week involving WWE Hall of Famer Sting and his family. Sting’s son, Garrett Borden, announced on X that he and his wife have welcomed a baby boy named Bronson Lee Borden, born on November 26.

"Meet Bronson Lee Borden! Born on 11/26 at 6:35pm, weighing 8lb 6oz. He’s a total stud and we absolutely love him. Mama did such a great job too!"

Check out Borden's post on X here.

For those unaware, the Icon Sting wrestled his retirement match at AEW Revolution 2024. During that match, both of his sons, Steven and Garrett, appeared with him dressed as versions of Sting’s classic WCW personas.