Penelope Ford suffered an injury during a tag team title match on February 25, 2026, at AEW Dynamite while competing alongside Megan Bayne against Willow Nightingale and Harley Cameron for the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championships. Ford injured her ankle after attempting a moonsault to the outside, landing awkwardly on her feet and immediately showing signs of discomfort.
Despite the pain, Ford continued wrestling for a few minutes before she was ultimately unable to carry on and received ringside medical attention. As a result, AEW officials adjusted the match’s finish backstage.
Match Outcome Altered Due to Injury
Following Ford’s injury, Lena Kross appeared at ringside and interfered with a shot using the title belt. This interference caused the match to end in a disqualification, allowing Nightingale and Cameron to retain the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championships. The finish was changed on the spot due to Ford’s condition, preventing the originally planned conclusion.
Encouraging Report on Ford’s Recovery
According to Bryan Alvarez of F4WOnline.com, Penelope Ford sustained an ankle sprain and is expected to return to action soon. This injury follows her recent comeback after a three-month absence caused by a torn UCL in her elbow, which had sidelined her in late 2025. Ford resumed wrestling with Bayne earlier this year and appears poised to recover quickly from this setback as well.
Implications for AEW and Penelope Ford’s Future Matches
This latest injury adds to the concerns surrounding Penelope Ford’s health, especially given the short time since her last recovery. However, the sprain’s prognosis suggests she will be back in the ring relatively fast, allowing AEW to maintain its competitive roster in the women’s tag team division. Fans and followers can expect updates on Ford’s condition as more information becomes available through official channels, including Wrestling Headlines and All Elite Wrestling’s communications.
