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Tony Khan Provides an Update on a Potential Powerhouse Hobbs Return to AEW

Sounds like a return to action for Powerhouse Hobbs is not imminent
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AEW fans have not seen Will Hobbs on AEW television since April, and it doesn't sound like a return to the ring is imminent.

During his All Out conference call Thursday afternoon, All Elite Wrestling CEO Tony Khan was asked to give an update on the former TNT Champion after Fightful had reported he was backstage at the 9/4 episode of Dynamite.

Khan did confirm that Hobbs was in Milwaukee Wednesday, but that his visit was exactly that - a visit.

"We're hoping to get him back soon, but I think there's still some time he needs for recovery," Khan said. "Powerhouse Hobbs is a huge part of AEW. He's been a great Champion here in AEW and is absolutely one of the most popular stars. We really look forward to getting Will Hobbs back."

Hobbs injured his knee in an IWGP World Title match against Jon Moxley on the 4/24 episode of Dynamite. He later confirmed on X that he would require surgery, and Tony Khan says there's still no timetable for his return to action.

"I can't say the exact date, but he's definitely somebody in our plans that we want to get going in AEW again soon. It's been really nice to see Powerhouse Hobbs backstage a couple of times lately, visiting us. This wasn't the first time we've seen him. Which is a good thing that he keeps coming in for checkups and is making good progress."

All Out returns to the Now Arena in Hoffman Estates, IL on Saturday, Sept. 7.The Takedown at SI will be there to bring you live in-person coverage.

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RICK UCCHINO

Rick Ucchino is the Assistant Editor & Content Coordinator for The Takedown on SI. He also works full-time for 700WLW Radio in Cincinnati, Ohio as a local news and sports anchor, in addition to his time covering the Cincinnati Bengals for Sirius XM. Rick has been on the professional wrestling beat since 2019, having provided coverage for a number of outlets, including Fightful, SB Nation’s Cageside Seats and the Bleav Podcast Network. With an educational background in theater, creative writing and journalism, Rick focuses primarily on the storytelling aspect of pro wrestling, but he’s no stranger to the squared circle himself. He had the privilege of training with former WWE & WCW cruiserweight Jimmy Wang Yang for nearly two years and retired early due to back issues with a perfect 1-0 record in singles competition. Rick is a married father of two incredibly adorable children, who are budding pro wrestling fans themselves. Much to the chagrin of their mother. You can reach Rick at rwucchino@gmail.com

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