AEW star Rush has finally explained why he has been away from the ring for so long. He also addressed rumors about his future, making it clear that he is still happy with AEW.

He took to X on October 20 to respond to the rumors about his situation. The Mexican star had previously suggested fans might not see him again until 2027, leading to questions about his standing in AEW.

Rush confirmed that his work visa has expired, keeping him out of action.

“Everyone loves gossip! But they actually got two things right. I’m happy at my home, #AEW, and my visa has expired,” he tweeted.



Rush’s announcement came after Wrestling Observer’s Bryan Alvarez reported that the wrestler’s visa had been expired for some time. According to Alvarez, his new visa is not expected to arrive until early next year.

That timeline matches Rush’s earlier comments about his return. The former ROH World Champion had told fans they might see him “maybe next year” before hinting at a possible return in 2027.

Those comments led to speculation about his future with AEW. However, his latest statement offers a clearer explanation for his absence. However, fans may have to wait several more months to see El Toro Blanco back in the ring.

The delay has kept Rush out of action since July. He last wrestled on the July 1 episode of AEW Collision, where he defeated Jordan Cruz. Before that, he faced then-AEW World Champion MJF in a No Count-Out match on Dynamite in early June.

Despite his limited appearances this year, Rush has competed in 18 matches across AEW and ROH.

Rush joined AEW in 2022 and went on to become a two-time ROH World Champion. His aggressive style and association with the Don Callis Family have helped him stand out on the roster.