Backstage Note on Syuri and Sareee’s AEW Future

AEW’s efforts to secure more frequent appearances from Syuri and Sareee have stalled, with scheduling conflicts in Japan taking priority for both wrestlers. According to backstage indications shared during a recent Fightful Select Q&A, Syuri’s debut at All In raised internal expectations that she could become a semi-regular presence in 2025, but Stardom remains her “top priority.”

Even so, AEW sources maintain that the relationship is positive; conversations haven’t ended, and she could come back in the future. Sareee faces a similar scenario. Her AEW and ROH outings have been irregular, not due to disinterest but because of a packed Japanese calendar that recently added a TJPW Grand Princess 2026 booking. The impression behind the scenes is that neither wrestler is finished with AEW. According to Sean Ross Sapp, Sareee could even reappear in AEW/ROH in 2026 in some capacity.

Their resumes fuel ongoing interest. Syuri blends a legitimate MMA background with top-tier Stardom accolades. Sareee brings a championship pedigree, including an IWGP Women’s Title win directly over Syuri. That combination of authenticity and international polish aligns with AEW’s long-stated goal of elevating the joshi identity on Western TV. Despite limited usage, internal feedback highlights both names as high-value additions whenever dates align.

That’s sick af!#Syuri #aew pic.twitter.com/OMH0J7uYv5

— Henry Finch · (ヘンリー・フィンチ) (@henry_finch) July 12, 2025