The topic of retirement from wrestling was brought up when Chris Jericho spoke at a Q&A during his Rock N Wrestling Rager at Sea cruise in January.
The former AEW World Heavyweight Champion noted he has no plans to retire from in-ring action. He said,
“AEW really did save my perspective of wrestling and really kind of, like I said, reinvigorated my career to where I have no interest or reason to retire as of yet because I still enjoy it, I still love what I do, and I still feel that I can still do it a high level. I can still have the best match of the night on any given night, not every night, but any given night I can. To me, that means a lot and you guys all seem to love it and appreciate what we do. My retirement match will be whatever storyline we have when that moment comes, it could be tomorrow, it could be ten years. I mean, Sting is freaking 65 and he’s retiring in a couple months. I could still have some time left.”
Chris Jericho, the legendary professional wrestler, recently addressed the topic of retirement during a Q&A session at his Rock N Wrestling Rager at Sea cruise in January. Despite his long and successful career, Jericho made it clear that he has no plans to retire from in-ring action anytime soon.
The former AEW World Heavyweight Champion expressed his gratitude towards All Elite Wrestling (AEW) for rejuvenating his passion for wrestling. He stated that AEW has saved his perspective on the sport and reinvigorated his career. This newfound enthusiasm has led him to continue enjoying what he does and feeling confident in his ability to perform at a high level.
Jericho emphasized that he still believes he can have the best match of the night on any given night, acknowledging that it may not happen every night but remains a possibility. This belief is significant to him, as it demonstrates his commitment to delivering exceptional performances for his fans. He also expressed his appreciation for the support and love he receives from his fans, which further motivates him to keep going.
Regarding his retirement, Jericho revealed that it will be determined by the storyline in place when the time comes. He acknowledged that retirement could happen tomorrow or even ten years from now. Drawing inspiration from fellow wrestler Sting, who is retiring at the age of 65, Jericho highlighted that age is not necessarily a barrier to continuing one’s wrestling career. He firmly believes that he still has some time left in the ring.
Jericho’s comments shed light on the mindset of a veteran wrestler who remains passionate about his craft. Despite having achieved numerous accolades and accomplishments throughout his career, he continues to push himself and strive for excellence. His dedication to entertaining fans and delivering memorable matches is evident in his refusal to retire until the right moment presents itself.
As fans eagerly await Jericho’s future matches and storylines, they can take comfort in knowing that one of wrestling’s most iconic figures still has plenty to offer. Whether it’s tomorrow or years down the line, Chris Jericho’s retirement will undoubtedly be a significant event in the world of professional wrestling.