Speculation about Malakai Black’s WWE return has intensified after the former AEW star shared a fan-made highlight reel on his Instagram stories. This social media activity comes amid growing reports that WWE is actively preparing for his arrival.
Black’s departure from AEW earlier this month occurred alongside Miro and Ricky Saints (formerly Ricky Starks), with the latter already making his NXT debut. Industry reports suggest WWE’s creative team is currently developing plans for both Black and Miro’s returns to the company.
The timing of Black’s video share is particularly noteworthy given rumors connecting him to The Judgment Day upon his potential return. This speculation gained traction following the January 20th episode of RAW, where Dominik Mysterio handed Chad Gable a note containing an undisclosed name after Gable sought advice regarding his issues with luchador wrestlers.
Black notably didn’t include any commentary or specific details about his future plans when sharing the highlight video, leaving fans to speculate about the meaning behind the post. His calculated approach to social media has historically included cryptic messages and visual storytelling, making this latest share particularly intriguing to his followers.
With Saints already appearing on WWE programming and reports indicating imminent plans for Miro and Black, WWE appears poised to capitalize on the influx of former AEW talent in the coming weeks.
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