AEW president Tony Khan provided an update on Penelope Ford’s condition ahead of the upcoming AEW Collision episode, revealing that she suffered an injury that could sideline her for several weeks or possibly even months. Ford’s injury occurred during the February 25 episode of AEW Dynamite while she was competing in a tag team match.
During the match, Ford teamed with Megan Bayne to challenge the Babes of Wrath—Willow Nightingale and Harley Cameron—for the AEW Tag Team Championships. Ford attempted a moonsault to the outside, landing between both Nightingale and Cameron, but she was unable to continue afterward. The encounter ended in a disqualification after Lena Kross intervened and attacked Nightingale and Cameron, with commentators noting the impact of Ford’s injury and Kross’s interference.
will be out with an injury maybe for weeks, but possibly even up to months.
?Tony Khan, AEW President
David Finlay’s Arrival and Victory in AEW
David Finlay marked his AEW debut on this week’s episode of Collision, quickly making an impact by teaming with Gabe Kidd and Clark Connors, collectively known as the Dogs. The trio secured a victory over their opponents, further establishing their presence in AEW. Finlay had first appeared on AEW Dynamite, where he attacked Orange Cassidy and Darby Allin after their previous win over Connors and Kidd.
Following the attack, AEW officially announced that Finlay, Kidd, and Connors were now part of the All Elite roster. The group formerly competed in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) under the Bullet Club War Dogs faction. Finlay is scheduled to return soon on AEW Dynamite, teaming with Kidd to face Cassidy and Allin once again.
Context Surrounding Ford’s Injury and Finlay’s Debut
Penelope Ford, whose real name is Hasler, is an American professional wrestler signed with All Elite Wrestling. Her injury during a high-profile tag team match is a significant setback given her active role in AEW’s women’s division. Meanwhile, David Finlay’s swift transition from NJPW to AEW and his immediate involvement in matches highlight AEW’s ongoing efforts to integrate talent from other promotions.
The combination of Ford’s uncertain recovery timeline and Finlay’s debut showcases the contrasting fortunes wrestlers sometimes face in AEW. While Ford’s injury causes concern among fans and the company, Finlay’s arrival injects new energy into AEW’s programming.
Potential Impact on AEW Storylines and Future Events
Ford’s absence could affect the booking of the AEW women’s tag division, especially with ongoing feuds involving the Babes of Wrath and related competitors. The time she spends recovering will influence the momentum of storylines and championship challenges in which she was involved.
Meanwhile, Finlay’s integration into AEW’s roster and subsequent matches promise to bring fresh dynamics to AEW’s tag team and singles competitions. His previous affiliation with the Bullet Club War Dogs in NJPW and immediate alignment with Kidd and Connors position him as a key figure moving forward.
These developments arrive as AEW continues to build its events and programming, maintaining fan interest despite setbacks such as Ford’s injury and lineup changes.
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) March 8, 2026
