Will Ospreay has revealed that he is now recovering after undergoing successful neck surgery. Before AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, Ospreay announced he would step away from wrestling to focus on his neck health, signaling a necessary break from the ring.
Injury and Aftermath During AEW x NJPW Event
After the intense Lights Out Steel Cage match, the group known as the Death Riders attacked Ospreay, effectively removing him from upcoming events as he faces this new challenge. This attack was a storyline method to explain his absence while recovering from surgery.
Update on Ospreay’s Surgery and Expected Recovery Time
Ospreay shared the latest update on social media, stating,
“The road will be long, but it’ll be worth it to see you all again. Surgery was a success,”
reflecting a cautious but optimistic outlook. Due to the seriousness of a neck procedure, he is expected to be sidelined from in-ring action for six months to a year.
Future Prospects and Monitoring Recovery Progress
Fans and the wrestling community are encouraged to remain patient as Ospreay navigates this difficult period. Media outlet WrestleZone will continue to provide updates on his condition and eventual return. This recovery marks a critical moment for the “Aerial Assassin,” whose health will be a priority over competition for the foreseeable future.
The road will be long, but it’ll be worth it to see you all again.
Surgery was a success. pic.twitter.com/QYdAF7Qkal
— Will Ospreay • ウィル・オスプレイ (@WillOspreay) September 18, 2025
