Excalibur Misses AEW Dynamite Due to Illness

Excalibur, a longtime commentator for All Elite Wrestling (AEW), was absent from the March 11, 2026, episode of AEW Dynamite due to illness, PWInsider.com reported. Fans quickly noticed his absence from the commentary desk and speculated about the reason.

Commentary Team Adjustment

With Excalibur unable to attend the taping, AEW adjusted its commentary team for the night. ewrestlingnews.com and Ringside News both confirmed that Bryan Danielson joined Ian Riccaboni and Tony Schiavone to call the action on Dynamite.

Short-Term Illness

According to reports, Excalibur’s absence is believed to be due to a short-term illness, and there is currently no word on when he will return to television. PWTorch.com initially reported the illness as the cause of his absence.

Excalibur’s Role in AEW

Excalibur has been a recognizable voice in AEW since the company’s launch in 2019, serving as one of its lead commentators. He is also a retired American professional wrestler and one of the six founders of Pro Wrestling Guerrilla. ewrestlingnews.com provided biographical information on Excalibur.