Marko Stunt announces retirement from professional wrestling
Marko Stunt is retiring from pro wrestling.
The former AEW wrestler announced on social media Friday that he will be stepping away from in-ring competition on the advice of his doctors.
“Accepting this reality has been one of the toughest moments of my career, but I know it is the right decision,” he wrote.
He thanked AEW, GCW, and GCW owner Brett Lauderdale in his statement for allowing him to wrestle on their platforms.
“Thank you for giving me the chance to showcase my abilities and share my passion with fans around the world,” he wrote in regards to AEW. “Being able to wrestle on national television was a dream I could hardly have imagined when I first stepped into this business, and it was AEW that made that dream come true. To everyone involved in AEW, from the production crew to the fellow wrestlers that became my family, thank you for believing in me and giving me a place to call home.”
Stunt also took time to thank the fans who supported him over the years, calling them “the heart and soul of this industry.”
“As I step away from the ring, I take with me memories and friendships that will last a lifetime,” he wrote in closing. “While I may be retiring from in-ring competition, wrestling will always be a part of who I am. I hope to continue contributing to this amazing industry in different ways and to stay connected with all of you who made this dream a reality. Thank you for everything.”
Stunt, 28, began wrestling in 2015 and made his AEW debut at the inaugural Double or Nothing pay-per-view. He eventually allied with Jack Perry and Luchasaurus, and together they were known as Jurassic Express. He was released from the company in 2022 but made a surprise appearance back in July where he lost to former friend Perry in a TNT title open challenge match.