The appearance was arranged to honor PAC
Summary
– Bryan Danielson’s return was reportedly planned as a one-night appearance for PAC’s tribute
– Fightful reports no current indication of a return to regular AEW television
– Multiple wrestlers volunteered as Tony Khan reworked the September 30 show
Bryan Danielson’s surprise return on the September 30 PAC tribute edition of AEW Dynamite was reportedly intended to be a one-night appearance. According to Fightful Select, his participation was arranged specifically to honor PAC.
Danielson competed in a multi-person match during the special episode. His involvement came after numerous wrestlers offered to contribute to the tribute, giving fans an unexpected opportunity to see him wrestle again.
Fightful reports that there is currently no indication that Danielson will return to AEW’s regular television plans. His appearance was tied to the memorial show, with no ongoing in-ring schedule reported.
That account follows Dave Meltzer’s reporting about changes to the episode. Meltzer said Tony Khan substantially revised the original lineup after PAC’s passing, replacing much of the planned programming with tribute matches and memorial segments.
Danielson, Kenny Omega, and Mercedes Moné were among the wrestlers who wanted to participate, according to Meltzer. Their involvement helped shape a show dedicated to remembering PAC.
Danielson’s return understandably raised questions about whether he might wrestle more frequently. The latest report indicates that his participation was a special appearance, while any further matches remain unannounced.
