Despite reports to the contrary, Jack Perry says he never apologized for his backstage fight with CM Punk at the 2023 All In pay-per-view event. Additionally, Perry says he was denied his release from All Elite Wrestling.
A recent report surfaced stating that Perry had texted Tony Khan several times to say he was sorry for the incident.
According to a report from the Wrestling Observer’s Bryan Alvarez, Perry is flat out denying that he ever texted Tony Khan to say he was sorry and that he told Khan’s lawyers that he wouldn’t initiate first contact with the AEW President.
Perry went on to say that he didn’t hear from Khan for two months after the All In 2023 pay-per-view event. He added that Khan had set up a meeting before Full Gear in November. During that meeting, there had been some talk of bringing Perry back in December. Those plans wound up being scrapped after CM Punk returned to WWE at Survivor Series 2023.
In recent months, Perry has been working for New Japan Pro Wrestling and wanted to work Wrestle Kingdom. Due to “logistical reasons,” he was unable to appear at the show. Perry says he worked with Tony Khan and Rocky Romero to arrange his current NJPW run.
Finally, it was added that Perry asked for his AEW release last year but it was denied. So obviously, that means he’s still under contract to AEW. Perry says there are currently no plans to bring him back to AEW and he hasn’t talked to Tony Khan in several months. He also says he hasn’t cleared anything he’s done in NJPW storylines such as ripping up his AEW contract on TV and calling himself a “scapegoat.”
In the world of professional wrestling, backstage drama and conflicts are not uncommon. One recent incident that has been making headlines involves Jack Perry, also known as Jungle Boy, and CM Punk. Reports have been circulating about a backstage fight between the two at the 2023 All In pay-per-view event. However, Perry has come forward to deny these reports and shed light on the situation.
Contrary to what was previously reported, Perry claims that he never apologized for the incident. A recent report suggested that he had sent multiple texts to Tony Khan, the president of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), expressing his remorse. However, Perry has categorically denied ever sending such messages. He also stated that he informed Khan’s lawyers that he would not initiate any contact with the AEW President.
Perry further revealed that after the All In event, he did not hear from Khan for two months. It was only before the Full Gear event in November that a meeting was set up between them. During this meeting, there were discussions about bringing Perry back to AEW in December. Unfortunately, these plans fell through when CM Punk made a shocking return to WWE at Survivor Series 2023.
In recent months, Perry has been working for New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) and had expressed his desire to participate in Wrestle Kingdom. However, due to logistical reasons, he was unable to appear at the prestigious event. Perry mentioned that he worked closely with Tony Khan and Rocky Romero to arrange his current NJPW run.
Interestingly, it was revealed that Perry had requested his release from AEW last year, but it was denied. This indicates that he is still under contract with the company. Despite this, Perry stated that there are currently no plans to bring him back to AEW, and he has not had any communication with Tony Khan in several months. He also mentioned that he has not received clearance for his actions in NJPW storylines, such as tearing up his AEW contract on TV and referring to himself as a “scapegoat.”
The situation between Jack Perry and AEW seems to be complex and unresolved. Fans will undoubtedly be curious to see how this story develops and whether Perry will eventually make a return to the promotion. In the meantime, Perry continues to make a name for himself in NJPW, showcasing his talent and skills in the ring. Wrestling enthusiasts will be eagerly watching to see what the future holds for this rising star.