Zach Gowen Returns to AEW, Loses Debut Match to Ricochet

Zach Gowen, the only one-legged professional wrestler to compete in TNA, WWE, and AEW, recently made his AEW debut in a match against Ricochet on the Beach Break episode of AEW Dynamite, where he lost but earned significant respect from fans for his performance. The match was set following an attack by Ricochet on AEW Collision, during which Ricochet stole Gowen's prosthetic leg. Gowen expressed deep gratitude to AEW president Tony Khan and credited agent Kevin Matthews for facilitating his return to a national wrestling platform after nearly two decades. Reflecting on his career, Gowen acknowledged the challenges and fear he experienced during his earlier WWE tenure but now appreciates the opportunity with AEW at 42 years old with a greater sense of maturity. Post-match, Ricochet continued to assault Gowen, highlighting the intensity of their rivalry. Gowen's return has been viewed as a significant and emotional moment, emphasizing his resilience and ongoing passion for professional wrestling.