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Dustin Rhodes is a Free Agent

ByMike ReichlinProfessional Wrestling Journalist

Dustin Rhodes\’ contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) recently expired and could theoretically show up on WWE television any time.

The Natural has been with AEW since day one. The company has evolved a great deal since 2019, but Rhodes remains one remaining \’originals\’ who has seen it all. The 55-year-old veteran has had an active year wrestling for AEW and Ring of Honor. He\’s a dual champion in ROH, holding the World tag titles with Sammy Guevara and the Six Man Titles with the Ross and Marshall Von Erich.

Over the summer, he confirmed his contract was set to expire in September, and refuted speculation that he was gearing up to leave AEW and join his brother Cody in WWE.

\”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.\

Free To Explore Options

Dustin Rhodes and AEW are actively negotiating a new contract, according to Fightful. He\’s spoken very highly about his time there, calling it \’good for his soul.\’ However, his contract expired over a month ago and they\’ve yet to agree to terms.

He recently announced the launch of the Rhodes Wrestling Association, a promotion that holds its first show on November 21 from Leander, TX.

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