Kenny Omega explains why he chose NJPW over AEW for his return

Fans are anxiously expecting AEW star Kenny Omega's comeback to the ring after he underwent emergency surgery for diverticulitis and has been out for almost a year. Omega recently stated that he would like to compete for New Japan Pro-Wrestling once again in the upcoming year, hinting to a possible return after his participation at NJPW's Power Struggle.

Kenny Omega expressed his desire to participate in the AEW x NJPW Wrestle Dynasty event on January 5th during his presence. He expressed his eagerness to represent AEW and take on one of the company's emerging stars in a New Japan ring. "A lot of people, not only in Japan but internationally, didn't know who I was until New Japan. So I really do owe New Japan a gigantic thank you. I feel that there's a debt I have to repay in some way, shape, or form. And if making my comeback at the Tokyo Done is a way to repay that, if it can help their business in any way, then I'm more than happy to do that."

In an interview with Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful, Omega explained why he decided to make his in-ring comeback in New Japan instead of AEW, saying that he owed NJPW a great deal because they were the organization that established him a household brand in the professional wrestling industry. He viewed the chance to participate in the Tokyo Dome as a way to give them back for significantly advancing his career.

Gabe Kidd attack Kenny Omega at backstage

Additionally, a furious altercation broke out backstage following Omega's promo with NJPW Strong Openweight Champion Gabe Kidd. This altercation has increased fan interest for the January event by stoking rumors that Omega and Kidd may square off at Wrestle Dynasty.

Fans are wondering if Omega's long-awaited comeback to in-ring action would finally happen after his backstage altercation with Kidd during Wrestle Dynasty, even though his presence was already set. It would be Kenny Omega's much-awaited return if he were to enter the Tokyo Dome once more. Fans all throughout the world have been missing him.