“Looks Like He’s Been Drinking Again”: Jeff Hardy Is Asked to Retire by Fans Following His Awkward Botch at AEW Double or Nothing

Jeff Hardy has been captivating the audience with his in-ring acumen and love for the business for nearly three decades. But have all the years of broken bones, torn ligaments, and legal troubles finally caught up to him? Indeed, Hardy is one of the most mesmerizing athletes of all time. But at the end of the day, every in-ring performer slows down at one point.

Jeff’s in-ring skill was put into question recently after an awkward botch at a recent AEW pay-per-view, causing an uproar among the fans.

Which move did Jeff Hardy botch?

Jeff Hardy has been around the squared circle for a long time now. He is among the few legends to compete in every major promotion, namely WWE, ROH, IMPACT, and his current residence, AEW. But no matter where he went, the Charismatic Enigma displayed his amazing high-flying style and spirit to full force.

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However, his recent match at AEW Double or Nothing saw a spot that no one expected. The Hardys and Hook battled against Ethan Page and The Gunns in a six-person tag team match. During the match, Jeff attempted to do a Twist of Fate that was reversed. Following this, he ran towards the corner to do his famous ‘Whisper in the Wind’ move, only to take a nasty fall that looked like a major slip.

Jeff botching the move he had been doing for years invited some heat from the fans. Moreover, some even raised his drinking issue, labelling it as ring rust and even asking him to call it a day in his career.

However, some fans came in support of Jeff, claiming that he was selling an ankle injury or it was a planned move.

Whether it was planned or botched, Jeff was on the receiving end of criticism from the fans. Ring rust could have played a part in the mistake, but what exactly was the reason for his hiatus from wrestling?

How has Jeff Hardy’s last year been away from wrestling?

Jeff Hardy had been away from the wrestling world for nearly a year. This came at the expense of being arrested for driving under the influence. The former WWE champion has been dealing with legal and drinking issues for a long time. However, he reportedly overcame his drinking problem, moving towards a healthier lifestyle.

The Charismatic Enigma came back to AEW in April 2023, much to the ovation of the fans. Despite his botch, Hardy’s squad managed to pick up the win over Ethan Page and The Gunns at Double or Nothing. So his first match back was not that bad at all.

But with the fans’ mixed speculations surrounding his botch, do you think Jeff Hardy was selling it or was it legitimate?

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