Absolute makes it clear he’s not going anywhere
Summary
– Ricky Starks addressed his absence, emphasizing his love for wrestling and commitment to his future
– He assured fans he’s evolving and still has plenty left to prove
– Starks has not announced an AEW return but promised he’s far from done
Ricky Starks made it clear he’s not stepping away anytime soon. Absent from AEW since March, he took the microphone at HOG Watch The Throne on January 17 after his match against Mike Santana ended in disqualification.
Starks thanked fans for their support, acknowledging those who reached out to check on him. He spoke about his lifelong passion for wrestling, sharing how he once promised his mother he’d buy her a house with his earnings—and he delivered on that goal.
He didn’t shy away from addressing his doubters, making it clear he’s still growing. He declared that no matter the obstacles, he’ll push forward. If anyone believed he had peaked, they were wrong.
Closing his emotional speech, he vowed to remain Absolute for life. He hinted at a return to Chicago but left his AEW future open-ended.
Starks hasn’t announced when he’ll be back on AEW television, but his message was loud and clear—he’s not done yet.
برومو ريكي ستاركس بعد نزاله ضد مايك سانتانا فب عرض #HOGThrone ويعلن عودته لعروض HOG ومشاركته في الاتحادات المستقله ! pic.twitter.com/lhelQ2ZDJz
— FAHAD
(@ShogenSA) January 18, 2025
