Why Kenny Omega Is Returning In NJPW Instead Of AEW [Video]

Kenny Omega, who hasn’t competed since December 2023 due to a diverticulitis diagnosis and subsequent surgery, made his return to NJPW earlier this month at the Power Struggle event, setting up an angle for a future match.

During a promo segment, Omega spoke about the current state of New Japan Pro Wrestling and expressed his desire to return to the promotion. Although he wasn’t certain about the timeline for his in-ring comeback, he posed the question, “How about January 5th?”

Later in the event, Gabe Kidd confronted Omega, sparking a brawl between the two stars. Speaking with Sean Ross Sapp, the AEW star explained why he chose to make his return in NJPW instead of All Elite Wrestling, where he also works as an EVP.

Here’s what the former AEW World Champion said:

“I would like to take baby steps into that role again and I think …