Darby Allin, known for his fearless style and high-flying moves, was recently attacked following a match on AEW Collision. The assault occurred after he defeated NJPW star Clark Connors by submission with the Scorpion Death Lock. The attack involved Connors joining forces with a hooded figure, later identified as Gabe Kidd, a member of Jon Moxley’s Death Riders faction. This incident has escalated the intense rivalry Allin has been engaged in with the Death Riders.
AEW’s Official Statement on the Assault Incident
In response to the attack, AEW issued a statement on their official X account, emphasizing that the conflict involving Darby Allin and the Death Riders is far from over. The company’s message indicated a serious ongoing storyline that will continue to unfold in future events, maintaining strong tensions between the wrestlers involved.
“After their brutal attack on #AEWCollision, it’s clear that @GabeKidd0115 and @ClarkConnors are nowhere close to finished with @DarbyAllin!”
Concerns Over Darby Allin’s Wrestling Risks Raised by WWE Veteran
WWE veteran Al Snow commented on Darby Allin’s in-ring style, highlighting the dangers associated with his high-risk maneuvers. Snow pointed out that such physical feats might have long-term consequences on Allin’s health and career, referencing a particularly hazardous spot involving steel stairs during a match against PAC. He expressed concern about the possibility of severe injury resulting from these stunts.
“This young man, I feel so sorry for him,” Al Snow said. “This kid, Darby, has educated the audience to come to, not just expect, but the man that he continusly raise the bar on things that basically are going to, no doubt, cripple him for the rest of his life. Is it gonna happen next week? Who knows. It might. That 90-degree angle of those steps could have hit any portion of his spine and severed it like that, at any moment. He could have easily been a quadraplegic, a paraplegic.”
Implications of the Ongoing Conflict for Darby Allin’s Future
With tensions running high and new adversaries joining forces against him, Darby Allin faces significant challenges ahead in AEW. This latest assault and the accompanying warnings about his risky wrestling style add a layer of concern for his well-being. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how AEW navigates this storyline and what consequences it may have for Allin’s career trajectory.
After their brutal attack on #AEWCollision, it's clear that @GabeKidd0115 and @ClarkConnors are nowhere close to finished with @DarbyAllin! pic.twitter.com/WSsTfWx1ye
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 2, 2026
