On a recent edition of his “83 Weeks” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff expressed his desire to see The Hardy Boyz return to WWE for a final match to end their careers.
However, Bischoff also shared his opinion that Jeff Hardy should consider retiring from wrestling, especially given the reports that his AEW contract is set to expire this spring unless extra time is added due to time missed.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On whether he thinks The Hardy Boyz will eventually return to WWE: “I’d like to see it, right? As a happy ending to an amazing journey and story, and two guys who have contributed a lot and made so many memorable moments. So the part of me that wants everything to be unicorns, sunshine, rainbows, and all that, I’d love to see that. Do I think it’ll happen? I think there’s a low probability. Do I see WWE or anybody else taking a chance on Jeff, given track record?
“And I’m a big supporter of Jeff, and I love Jeff, love his work. It is what it is, folks. And I think at some point in time, it’s fair to say the wrestling industry and the demands of it probably aren’t consistent with what Jeff needs in his life. And he’s done so much and accomplished so much, I’m sure he’s accumulated enough wealth to do smart things and good things and be healthy. And I don’t think Jeff Hardy going back to wrestling would any of those. Now, a one-off match? Maybe.”
On whether Jeff Hardy goes back to WWE: “I don’t think it’s a good idea. I don’t think it’s a good idea for Jeff to be working in AEW. Now it’s a little easier, because they’re not on the road other than television taping. Television production, I should say, it’s not a taping at least for Dynamite. I think Jeff would be better off away from it. It’s gonna be hard, because everybody that I’ve known to one degree or another has a very hard time forcing themselves [to retire from] the business. It becomes a part of who you are, a part of your DNA. When wrestlers say sometimes — too often — ‘Oh, it’s in my blood.’ For some wrestlers, that’s absolutely true in their minds. It’s in their DNA, it’s part of who they are. And giving it up or walking away from it is like walking away from part of yourself.
“Some people can handle it; some people look forward to it. Some people have a very difficult time with it and never really truly, truly adjust. I think perhaps Jeff is in the latter category. Don’t know, could be wrong. I hope I am. Spend some time with your kids, your wife. Appreciate what you’ve got, be grateful for what you’ve got, be grateful you could still walk with all the crazy stuff you put yourself through both recreationally and in the ring professionally. Be grateful for your health, and just look back and smile. That’d be my advice.”
WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff recently expressed his desire to see The Hardy Boyz return to WWE for a final match to end their careers. However, Bischoff also shared his opinion that Jeff Hardy should consider retiring from wrestling, especially given the reports that his AEW contract is set to expire this spring unless extra time is added due to time missed.
During an episode of his “83 Weeks” podcast, Bischoff discussed the possibility of The Hardy Boyz returning to WWE. He acknowledged their contributions to the industry and the memorable moments they have created. While Bischoff would love to see a happy ending to their journey, he believes there is a low probability of it happening. He also questioned whether WWE or any other promotion would take a chance on Jeff Hardy, considering his track record.
Bischoff expressed his support and admiration for Jeff Hardy but also raised concerns about his well-being. He believes that the demands of the wrestling industry may not be consistent with what Jeff needs in his life at this point. Bischoff mentioned that Jeff has accomplished a lot in his career and has likely accumulated enough wealth to focus on smart and healthy choices. He doesn’t believe that Jeff returning to wrestling would align with those goals, but he did mention the possibility of a one-off match.
When discussing Jeff Hardy potentially going back to WWE or working in AEW, Bischoff expressed his reservations. He stated that it might not be a good idea for Jeff to continue wrestling, especially considering the physical toll it takes on the body. While AEW’s current schedule is less demanding than WWE’s, Bischoff still believes that Jeff would be better off away from the wrestling industry altogether. He acknowledged the difficulty many wrestlers face when trying to retire from the business, as it becomes a part of their identity. However, Bischoff advised Jeff to spend time with his family, appreciate his health, and be grateful for what he has achieved.
In conclusion, Eric Bischoff shared his desire to see The Hardy Boyz return to WWE for a final match but also expressed concerns about Jeff Hardy’s well-being and the toll wrestling takes on his body. He advised Jeff to consider retiring from the industry and focus on his family and personal well-being. Whether Jeff will heed this advice remains to be seen, but fans and wrestling enthusiasts will undoubtedly continue to follow his career with interest.