Jon Moxley stands at the center of controversy following the Forbidden Door 2025 event, where he joined Claudio Castagnoli, Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, and Gabe Kidd in a high-stakes match against Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi, and Will Ospreay. The team led by Omega ultimately secured the victory, but the aftermath took a dark turn when The Death Riders, Moxley’s faction, launched a brutal assault on Will Ospreay, targeting his neck and inflicting serious injury.
The attack left Ospreay in severe pain, requiring his removal from the arena on a stretcher despite rescue efforts by teammates and allies. This violent act has sparked outrage across the AEW locker room, raising questions about the fallout for Jon Moxley and his faction, known for their aggressive tactics.
Continued Aggression from Moxley and Its Impact on AEW
Jon Moxley and The Death Riders have maintained a reign of intimidation within AEW for months, often employing ruthless violence to achieve their goals. Moxley notably won the AEW World Title from Bryan Danielson at WrestleDream 2024 through such brutal methods, holding the championship until Hangman Adam Page ended his dominance at All In earlier this year.
Despite losing the title, Moxley’s faction persists in targeting babyfaces within the company, causing ongoing disruption. AEW President Tony Khan reportedly faces mounting frustration over these escalating incidents, with the assault on Ospreay representing a potential turning point in the company’s handling of Moxley’s actions.
Potential Outcomes and Punishments After the Incident
One significant consequence could be a suspension of Jon Moxley, as Will Ospreay is expected to be sidelined for months due to his neck injury, compounded by the severity of the attack. Ospreay, one of AEW’s key assets, may require surgery and a lengthy recovery process, potentially leaving The Death Riders without their evident leader during this critical time.
Another likely angle in the storyline involves Tony Khan demanding that Moxley cover the extensive costs of Ospreay’s medical treatment, including surgery, daily physical therapy, and emotional support. Such a financial burden would place notable pressure on Moxley, adding another layer to the narrative surrounding his character.
The most dramatic repercussion might be the forced disbandment of The Death Riders. After continuously crossing behavioral boundaries, Khan may confront Moxley and his faction on the next episode of Dynamite, threatening to dissolve the group entirely. Any defiant reaction, especially an attack on Khan himself, would heighten tensions to an unprecedented level, signaling deeper conflict ahead.
With these potential consequences looming, Jon Moxley’s future in AEW hangs in the balance, as the fallout from the Forbidden Door incident threatens to reshape the landscape of the promotion and its storylines in profound ways.
