Ricky Starks, the former FTW Champion, recently addressed his contract status with AEW amid speculation about a possible WWE move. Starks last appeared on AEW television on the March 30 episode of AEW Collision.
Starks competed in a tag team title tournament match with Big Bill against Top Flight, but despite a strong effort, the duo ultimately lost to Top Flight. Following this loss, Starks has not appeared on AEW programming. However, his former partner Big Bill remains active on the roster. Big Bill has since joined Chris Jericho’s faction, The Learning Tree, and continues to appear regularly on AEW shows, unlike Starks.
Starks’ absence from AEW has sparked rumors that he might be considering a move to WWE. This stems from the fact that he shares close ties with WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes. A few years ago, Starks was seen backstage at the Royal Rumble, supporting Rhodes for his highly anticipated return.
With Starks’ absence now approaching eight months, fans began to question whether his AEW contract had expired. Recently, Starks set the record straight, confirming his status with Tony Khan’s promotion and clearing up the speculation.
Ricky Starks confirms he’s still signed with AEW
Recently, Ricky Starks made an appearance at Glory Pro Wrestling. During his appearance, Starks challenged A1 Zero Gravity Champion Kody Lane to a title match. Their match is set for at WrestlePocalypse show schedule November 24.
This sparked fan speculation about Starks’s contract status with AEW. During an interview with Claibs Online, Starks confirmed that he is still under contract with AEW, assuring fans that his status with the promotion remains unchanged.
With Ricky Starks confirming his status with All Elite Wrestling, fans are left wondering if the promotion has any plans to bring him back to TV. Only time will tell what is next for the former FTW Champion.
