Jade Cargill sustained a severe cut near her eye during a triple-threat title match on the September 26 episode of WWE SmackDown, held at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. The injury happened while she competed against Nia Jax and the reigning WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton in the main event, marking a notable moment in the evening’s action.
Injury Occurs During High-Stakes WWE SmackDown Bout
Throughout the intense match for the WWE Women’s Crown Jewel Championship, Cargill suffered a significant gash causing heavy bleeding, which was visible to the live audience and viewers at home. Despite the brutal injury, the competition continued, culminating in Tiffany Stratton successfully defending her title and extending her undefeated streak in 2025 to sixteen wins.
The highly anticipated victory sets Stratton up to face the WWE Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer for the WWE Women’s Crown Jewel Championship. This upcoming title contest is scheduled for October 11 at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia, promising an electrifying showdown between the top female wrestlers in WWE.
Cargill Shares Graphic Evidence of Injury on Social Media
After the show, Jade Cargill took to social media, posting graphic images that revealed the severity of the cut she endured during the SmackDown match. Her post included a video clip showing the exact moment the injury happened along with the caption:
“Don’t question the love I have for this game.” – Jade Cargill
Her willingness to share this raw moment highlights not only the physical risks involved in professional wrestling but also underscores her dedication to the sport despite the challenges faced in the ring.
Upcoming Matches and Industry Updates
The intense match at the Kia Center is part of a wider series of events, including WWE NXT and AEW Collision shows occurring around the same time, continuing to shape the landscape of women’s wrestling and professional wrestling generally. This injury to a prominent athlete like Cargill brings attention to the physical toll these performers endure while maintaining high-level competition.
With the WWE Crown Jewel event on the horizon, fans are eager to see how the dynamics will unfold, especially with Tiffany Stratton defending her position against Stephanie Vaquer. Meanwhile, Cargill’s condition and recovery will be closely monitored, given the visible impact of the injury during her recent match.
