In a recent interview with Conrad Thompson ahead of AEW WrestleDream, AEW President and CEO Tony Khan addressed speculation regarding Samoa Joe’s potential retirement. Khan clarified that Joe, who has expressed plans to retire at the end of his current AEW contract, still has significant time left with the promotion.
Khan emphasized the importance of Joe’s presence in AEW, stating, “I think Samoa Joe still has years left with AEW, which is great.” He expressed his hope that when the time comes for Joe to retire, AEW will pay tribute to one of its most accomplished stars. “I hope that AEW will be able to pay great tribute to somebody that is one of the most accomplished stars ever in AEW and one of the great champions in wrestling,” Khan added.
Samoa Joe’s Title Challenge at WrestleDream
As part of the AEW WrestleDream event, Samoa Joe is set to challenge Hangman Page for the AEW World Title. This match holds particular significance as it takes place in the Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, Missouri, the same venue where Joe lost the title to Swerve Strickland at AEW Dynasty in April 2023. Khan highlighted the excitement surrounding the match, noting Joe’s history with the city and his close relationship with the current champion.
Khan remarked, “We’re so excited to have Samoa Joe as the challenger in the same city where he lost that title. Having a chance to get it back from somebody who’s such a great champion in and of himself, the face of AEW, the world champion, Hangman Page.”
The anticipation for WrestleDream is palpable, as fans look forward to witnessing this pivotal matchup live. AEW WrestleDream 2025 will be broadcast on pay-per-view later today, promising an evening filled with high-stakes action and memorable moments.
Joe’s journey within AEW continues to captivate audiences, and with Khan’s assurance of his ongoing role, fans can expect more thrilling performances from the veteran wrestler. As the wrestling world watches closely, Joe’s challenge against Page represents not just a title fight, but a significant chapter in his storied career.
