Dustin Rhodes has set the record straight in regards to his AEW contract and what he hopes will be the next steps.
The Natural was one of the first names to sign with All Elite Wrestling back in 2019 and made an immediate statement with his critically acclaimed battle against brother Cody Rhodes at the first-ever Double or Nothing pay-per-view. Rhodes has continued to be a regular competitor on TV and pay-per-view and shows no signs of bringing his 35-year-plus in-ring career to a close.
With many top stars looking to secure new deals in 2024 as their contracts approach expiry, Rhodes is no exception. However, while some may have theorised that he intends to leave AEW when his contract expires, Rhodes has clarified his stance.
Responding to a comment on social media that claimed that Rhodes would be departing the promotion when his deal expires in September, Rhodes responded that while his contract is up in September he has no intentions of leaving:
Wrong! Jeeze guys, do better. Yes my contract is up in September, and No, I am absolutely NOT DONE. Having the best matches of my life and hopefully, God willing I will get to retire on my own terms, respected with a full heart. Hopefully Negotiations go well because I am damn worth the world. The only things that matter to me are: taking care of my family first and foremost, and finishing up when I am ready, and how I envision my retirement. So hold off guys, This biz is my life and I love doing it for you, while still having fun and able. #KeepSteppin and thank you all for your continued love and support!
Dustin Rhodes Discusses Retirement
Aware that the final match will take place at some point in the near future, Dustin Rhodes stated in a recent interview how much longer he intends to wrestle.