Tony Khan has provided an update regarding Bandido’s injury ahead of their upcoming AEW match. The news follows Bandido’s recent shoulder injury sustained while defending his ROH World Championship in Mexico, raising concerns about his availability for the high-stakes tag team match scheduled for October 7 on AEW Dynamite.
Bandido and Brody King’s Tag Team Success and Recent Injury
In July, Brody King and Bandido formed a surprising partnership that quickly gained traction as they competed in the World Tag Team Eliminator Tournament. Their remarkable teamwork culminated in a victory over established stars Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin at the Forbidden Door event, earning them the tag team championship.
However, Bandido’s momentum faced a setback on October 3 during his title defense in CMLL against Hechicero. Though Bandido successfully retained his ROH World Championship, he suffered a shoulder dislocation during the match. The injury was alarming but temporarily resolved as the shoulder popped back into place, leaving fans and officials uneasy about his condition going into AEW Dynamite’s upcoming Double Jeopardy Match.
Injury Raises Doubts for Upcoming AEW Dynamite Showdown
The potential absence of Bandido from Dynamite’s October 7 episode caused concern among fans and commentators. The scheduled match is particularly important: Bandido and Brody King will team up against Konosuke Takeshita and Kazuchika Okada. A win for Takeshita or Okada would earn them a shot at the Tag Team Titles, while King or Bandido scoring the pinfall would guarantee a chance at Okada’s Unified Title.
This match is crucial for all participants, amplifying the pressure on Bandido to perform despite his injury.
Tony Khan Provides Reassurance on Bandido’s Condition
After the same-day show, Brody King reached out on social media, encouraging Bandido to tape up his shoulder and continue fighting alongside him. Tony Khan then chimed in with a direct update following a conversation with the injured wrestler.
I talked to him this morning! He said that he wants to power through it + wrestle on Tuesday!
– Tony Khan
Khan’s statement suggests that despite the injury, Bandido is committed to competing, showing determination to push through any physical difficulties to help his team.
AEW Dynamite’s Loaded October 7 Lineup
The October 7 episode of AEW Dynamite, which will run for two and a half hours, promises several high-profile matches alongside the Double Jeopardy contest. The card features:
- Jon Moxley vs. Tomohiro Ishii
- Kyle Fletcher (c) vs. Kyle O’Reilly – TNT Championship
- Samoa Joe & “Hangman” Adam Page face-to-face segment
- Mercedes Mone (c) vs. To Be Confirmed – TBS Championship
- Brodido (c) vs. Konosuke Takeshita & Kazuchika Okada – Double Jeopardy Match
- Orange Cassidy vs. PAC
- The Demand vs. The Hurt Syndicate – Street Fight
The intensity of this lineup increases the stakes for Bandido and King, as success could propel them to major title opportunities.
Bandido’s Injury and Its Implications for AEW
Bandido’s shoulder issue introduces uncertainty at a critical juncture in AEW, with the possibility that the injury could affect his performance or force a last-minute change in the match lineup. Given the physical demand of professional wrestling and the importance of the Double Jeopardy Match for championship pathways, his participation is pivotal.
If Bandido competes successfully, it will demonstrate resilience and deepen his rising status in AEW. Alternatively, any delay or setback could disrupt the tag team division’s planned storylines and title contention.
Fans and analysts will be watching closely as AEW Dynamite approaches, eager to see how Bandido handles the injury and what impact it will have on the company’s evolving narratives.
Mr Bandido, you better tape your shoulder back together we got work to do. https://t.co/uqXOguZlqj
— Big Bad Brody King (@Brodyxking) October 5, 2025
