On the April 2 episode of AEW Collision, The Hurt Syndicate made their return to the company in a backstage segment.
MVP, Shelton Benjamin and Bobby Lashley not only announced their comeback to the promotion, but also stated that they planned on adding a new member to their ranks.
The former Hurt Business are prepared to bring a new member into their fold and want to hurt more people along the way.
Here are eight AEW stars to potentially join The Hurt Syndicate.
8. Lio Rush
At AEW Revolution 2026, Lio Rush debuted his “Blackheart” character to All Elite Wrestling with a brand new presentation for himself.
Since then, Rush’s new persona has turned a lot of heads and garnered plenty of attention in the process.
Rush has his history with Bobby Lashley dating back to their time together in WWE and could use that to join The Hurt Syndicate.
Wanting to add this new version of Rush to their group, The Hurt Syndicate could put a bigger spotlight on “The Blackheart” moving forward.
7. Nyla Rose
When All Elite Wrestling first started, Nyla Rose was among the top female stars in the promotion.
The second ever AEW Women’s World Champion has found herself not as featured as she once was in the company over the past few years.
In fact, Rose has not appeared on the company’s programming since the November 22, 2024 edition of AEW Rampage.
Now over a year since her last appearance, Rose could get a prominent spot back on AEW TV by aligning herself with The Hurt Syndicate and bringing the hurt to the women’s division.
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6. Myron Reed
Signing with All Elite Wrestling in January, The Rascalz were considered one of the best signings for the promotion.
Alongside Zachary Wentz and Dezmond Xavier, Myron Reed is someone who has dazzled fans with his amazing high flying arsenal.
While Reed has teamed with his stablemates and even shined in singles action, it might be time for “The Young GOAT” to join a different group.
Reed joining The Hurt Syndicate could see him bring his awe inspiring athleticism to the group, which could give them some more versatility than they currently have.
5. Keith Lee
Someone who would fit in very nicely with what The Hurt Syndicate have to offer is Keith Lee.
Fans have not seen Lee inside an AEW ring in over two years with his last appearance taking place in December 2023.
“The Limitless One” was once considered a potential main eventer in AEW and now sees himself on the outside looking in on the company.
The Hurt Syndicate recruiting Lee could bring something completely new to their dynamic and lead to their ascension to the top of All Elite Wrestling.
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4. Private Party (Isiah Kassidy & Marq Quen)
On the February 11 episode of AEW Dynamite, Private Party made their return to the company.
Since then, Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen have shown a change in their personality and their approach to in-ring action.
Showing more aggression and intensity, Private Party could make for a fitting addition to a group like The Hurt Syndicate.
MVP bringing Private Party into his faction makes a lot of sense, seeing how Kassidy and Quen are former AEW World Tag Team Champions and would add some more credibility to this powerful faction.
3. Queen Aminata
On the April 2 edition of AEW Collision, the company announced that Queen Aminata will make her return to the company by challenging Willow Nightingale for the TBS Title on the April 8 AEW Dynamite.
Back in November 2025, it was confirmed that Aminata suffered a neck injury that sidelined her for the past four months.
Now that she is back in the mix, Aminata could be a wonderful addition to The Hurt Syndicate and bring their dominance to the AEW women’s division.
Aminata joining The Hurt Syndicate would give her MVP in her corner that could help her to further gain opportunities and rise in prominence along the way.
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2. Kevin Knight
Someone who has risen the ranks and become a more prominent star on the AEW roster is Kevin Knight.
Signing with the company in April 2025, Knight showcased his stunning agility and athleticism that made him a highly sought after prospect.
“The Jet” now finds himself as a two-time AEW World Trios Champion alongside “Speedball” Mike Bailey and Mistico.
While he is already in a trio, Knight could turn and betray his JetSpeed teammate as well as the legendary luchador by joining forces with MVP, Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin in The Hurt Syndicate.
1. Athena
Since arriving in AEW and Ring of Honor, Athena has become one of the best women’s wrestlers in the world today.
Setting records as the longest reigning ROH Women’s World Champion in history and over 30 successful defenses, “The Fallen Goddess” has cemented herself among the best that women’s wrestling has to offer.
While she is the leader of her own faction with MIT, Athena could make for an excellent addition to The Hurt Syndicate.
Fitting the dynamics of the faction and being known to hurt people in her own right, Athena could reach new heights in her career in All Elite Wrestling by joining The Hurt Syndicate.
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