Brief
Road Dogg to Return to the Ring After 11‑Year Hiatus at Jeff Jarrett’s All‑Star Super Slam
The former WWE star says Jeff Jarrett convinced him to end his retirement and step back into the ring.
By Felo News Desk · Published
WWE Hall of Famer Road Dogg announced his first in‑ring appearance in more than 11 years, scheduled for Oct. 22 at Jeff Jarrett’s All‑Star Super Slam.
What happened
Road Dogg, who left WWE’s creative team in March 2026, will team with Jeff Jarrett and Jay Lethal against QT Marshall, Brady Booker and Elijah Drago. The match will be his first since Jan. 25, 2015, when he and Billy Gunn faced The Ascension at the Royal Rumble.
What the reports add
Sportskeeda reported that Dogg posted on X that Jarrett’s persuasion was the key factor behind his comeback, writing, “I thought this chapter had closed as well. Double J is persuasive.” The outlet also noted Dogg’s earlier X interaction praising Alexa Bliss’s new single, calling it “awesome.”
What was said
Road Dogg said on X, “I thought this chapter had closed as well. Double J is persuasive,” as quoted by Sportskeeda. He also replied to Bliss’s song, “I can help you stop drinking but this is AWESOME 🤩.”
How it came about
After departing WWE’s creative staff in March, Dogg remained inactive until Jarrett’s invitation for a team‑up showdown prompted the return. The upcoming match marks a rare collaboration between a former WWE Hall of Famer and a prominent independent‑circuit promoter.
Key facts
- Road Dogg will wrestle on Oct. 22 at Jeff Jarrett's All‑Star Super Slam. (sportskeeda.com)
- His last match was on Jan. 25, 2015 at the Royal Rumble. (sportskeeda.com)
- Road Dogg credited Jeff Jarrett for convincing him to return. (sportskeeda.com)
Sources
- [1] sportskeeda.com — originally reported as ““I thought this chapter had closed” - WWE Hall of Famer coming out of retirement after 11 years; sends a message to Jeff Jarrett”
