Jushin Thunder Liger Makes Surprise One-Off Return at WrestleCade, Defeats Joey Janela
The one-off exhibition underscores his enduring legacy without signaling a sustained in-ring return.
Overview
- He answered Joey Janela’s open challenge on Nov. 29 at the WrestleCade convention in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
- The impromptu match lasted about four minutes, with Liger winning by pinfall.
- Janela shared his reaction on social media, saying he thought he saw a ghost and calling the moment “spectacular feels.”
- Wrestling Observer reported the match details, and GCW owner Brett Lauderdale posted confirmation of the bout.
- Liger retired in January 2020 at Wrestle Kingdom 14 and has since made occasional appearances such as NJPW commentary and an AEW segment in 2023.