Chris Jericho makes bold claim about his pro wrestling future

Chris Jericho responds to retirement chants at recent concert while facing growing criticism over his AEW performances and television presence.

Chris Jericho makes bold claim about his pro wrestling future

Chris Jericho addressed calls for his retirement during a recent concert appearance, responding defiantly to fans suggesting he should end his wrestling career. The veteran performer used his TikTok platform to share his stance on the matter.

Please retire? F****** never!

The declaration comes amid mounting criticism of Jericho’s role in AEW, particularly regarding his “Learning Tree” storyline. Some viewers argue his continued prominence prevents younger talent from advancing, with frustration intensifying after his ROH World Championship victory.

Jericho has dismissed suggestions of having “go-away heat” with audiences. AEW continues featuring him prominently in storylines, showing no indication of reducing his television presence.

Recent Match Performance Intensifies Retirement Debate

The January 11 episode of AEW Collision in Athens, Georgia, brought renewed attention to Jericho’s in-ring work. His match against Dax Harwood generated significant online discussion about his current performance level.

Viewers took to social media to express concerns about the match quality. One fan offered a direct critique of the bout:

Quick question. WHAT THE F** DID I JUST WATCH. HOLY F***

Another viewer questioned the longevity of Jericho’s career:

I’ll never forgive anyone from The Elite for giving Chris Jericho the motivation to wrestle into his 50s

Technical aspects of the match drew particular attention, with one detailed analysis stating:

Dax vs. Jericho was a clunky mess. They wrestled in treacle before it fell apart. Might be time to give up on this ‘Colliders’ deal and make the Saturday shows ‘good’

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Article Author Patricki Chites
Patricki Chites is a Brazilian journalist and Pro Wrestling specialist with over 15 years of experience. He is the founder of Wrestling Notícias, the largest website dedicated to the subject in Brazil. He created his first pro wrestling website at the age of 16 and has been producing content about the industry online ever since. His articles have even been featured during WWE broadcasts, especially on NXT.