Penelope Ford suffered an injury at the end of February while competing in an AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship match, forcing her to leave the contest prematurely. The incident happened when Ford and her partner, Megan Bayne, challenged The Babes of Wrath for the tag team titles. Ford attempted a moonsault to the outside of the ring but landed awkwardly, causing an immediate withdrawal from the match and leaving Bayne to compete alone.
Injury Severity and Official Updates
Initial reports indicated that Ford might have sustained an ankle sprain rather than a more severe fracture, which brought some hope for a quicker recovery. However, AEW President Tony Khan posted a more guarded update on social media, suggesting Ford’s time away from competition could be longer than anticipated.
Out with an injury maybe for weeks, but possibly even up to months.
— Tony Khan, AEW President
Impact on AEW Women’s Tag Team Championship Division
The injury has come at a challenging moment for Ford and Bayne, whose team was gaining traction as part of AEW’s new Women’s World Tag Team Championship division. Their rising momentum was a key feature as AEW expanded this division through its weekly shows. Ford’s absence now leaves a significant gap in the division’s competitive landscape as AEW continues to build storylines around the tag team titles.
Ford’s Role During Recovery and Bayne’s Next Steps
Ford’s future in the ring remains uncertain due to the injury, but AEW has previously kept her involved in television appearances during past recoveries. For instance, when she suffered an upper-body injury earlier in her career, AEW featured her in non-wrestling roles to maintain her presence. Whether a similar approach will be adopted during this recovery period is still unknown.
Meanwhile, Megan Bayne is expected to continue wrestling either as a singles competitor or with a temporary partner to stay active within the tag team rankings. Bayne received praise following Ford’s exit from the match, as she managed to hold her own against The Babes of Wrath despite the disadvantage.
Ford’s Past Challenges and Unique Wrestling Style
Throughout her time in AEW, Penelope Ford has faced multiple injury setbacks that have interrupted her progress at various points. Nonetheless, she has remained a steady presence since AEW’s inception. Fans appreciate her “Superbad” persona and high-risk wrestling style, which, while popular, also contributed to the unfortunate landing that led to her latest injury.
Significance and Future Outlook
Ford’s injury affects not only her career trajectory but also the evolving AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship division, which has seen increased activity on shows like Collision and Rampage. Her recovery duration, potentially lasting months, means AEW will need to adapt its storytelling and roster dynamics accordingly. How the company manages both Ford’s absence and Bayne’s future role will be crucial as the tag team scene develops further.
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) March 8, 2026
