Darby Allin Steps Away from AEW to Conquer Mount Everest

Darby Allin, one of AEW’s most daring and unconventional stars, is taking a break from the ring, but not for rest or recovery. Instead, Allin is setting his sights on a new kind of challenge: climbing Mount Everest. After a brutal assault by the Death Riders on the December 27 episode of AEW Rampage, which left Allin battered and tossed down steel steps, the former TNT and World Tag Team Champion has been conspicuously absent from AEW programming. Now, reports shed light on his extended hiatus.

Preparing for Everest

According to Fightful Select, Allin is off the road and will remain away from AEW for an extended period to prepare for his ambitious climb of the world’s tallest mountain. While a return date hasn’t been officially confirmed, it’s believed Allin will be back in the spring.

Climbing Mount Everest is no small feat. Expeditions typically last six to ten weeks, depending on weather and acclimatization, and demand rigorous preparation, according to Benegas Brothers Expeditions. However, Allin’s extensive athletic training and fearless persona may give him an edge in accelerating the process.

This isn’t Allin’s first attempt at tackling Everest. His initial plans to summit the iconic peak earlier in 2024 were derailed after he suffered a broken foot during a match at AEW Dynamite: Big Business. Now, with recovery behind him, Allin is back on track to achieve this personal milestone.

Wrestling Plans on Hold

Allin’s last AEW match was a hard-fought draw against Ricochet in the Continental Classic’s Blue League during the December 25 episode of AEW Dynamite. Reports suggested that AEW had big plans for Allin following the tournament, including a potential push. While those plans are now delayed, fans can expect his eventual return to feature unfinished business—particularly with Jon Moxley and the Death Riders, who left him sidelined in storyline.

The Return of a Daredevil

Darby Allin has always embodied a fearless spirit, whether it’s diving off ladders in the ring or taking on extreme challenges outside of wrestling. While fans will miss his unique energy on AEW television, his Mount Everest expedition adds another layer to his larger-than-life persona.

As Allin sets his sights on the climb of a lifetime, anticipation will only grow for the day he returns to AEW, ready to pick up where he left off and, perhaps, conquer new heights in the ring as well.

Stay tuned to Wrestling News Blog for updates on Darby Allin’s Everest journey and eventual AEW comeback!