Will Ospreay is currently sidelined due to multiple injuries he has been battling for an extended period. Although unable to compete for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) over the coming weeks, he remains supportive of his fellow wrestlers and recently encouraged his fiancée, Alex Windsor, after her debut in an AEW main event last week.
At AEW’s Collision event, Windsor faced off against Athena in a fiercely contested match for the ROH Women’s World Championship. Both women delivered an intense bout, showcasing their skills and determination to claim the title. Despite a strong effort, Windsor came up short but marked a significant milestone by headlining the event for the first time in AEW.
Will Ospreay Shares Pride Over Fiancée’s Performance at Collision
Ospreay took to the social media platform X to express his admiration for Windsor’s performance, highlighting the quality of the match she and Athena produced. He also extended respect to Athena for her efforts in what he described as an outstanding main event showing at Collision. Ospreay wrote,
“Absolute Pride for the Mrs on her first ever TV main event. Her & Athena put on such a sick match!” —Will Ospreay
AEW continues to position Alex Windsor as a rising figure within its women’s division. Since signing with the company, she earned a main event spot just in her second AEW contest. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how “The Iron-Willed” progresses from here in her professional wrestling career.
In-Depth Look at Will Ospreay’s Injury and Recovery Prospects
During a recent appearance on AEW Dynamite, Will Ospreay disclosed that he has been coping with a neck injury lasting ten months, necessitating time away from in-ring competition. Although rumors suggested he might be inactive for the remainder of the year, Ospreay expressed his determination to return as early as next month.
Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer discussed Ospreay’s situation on Wrestling Observer Radio, revealing that the Aerial Assassin is dealing with two herniated discs. Meltzer warned that recovery could realistically take up to a year, making Ospreay’s ambition to return soon a surprising development. He remarked,
“It’s shocking that he said he’d be back in a month with two herniated discs… It sure sounded like something that should be a year off. When he said that—and I knew it was a shoot—I thought, ‘This is not good at all.'” —Dave Meltzer
At 32 years old, Ospreay is aiming to recover in time for AEW’s upcoming Forbidden Door pay-per-view event scheduled in London. The wrestling world will be closely monitoring his progress as the event approaches, hoping he can overcome the physical setbacks and return to competition.
What This Means for AEW and Future Matches
Will Ospreay’s ongoing recovery puts a temporary pause on his AEW in-ring career, creating uncertainty around his immediate future in the company. Meanwhile, Alex Windsor’s rapid rise in AEW’s women’s division provides a promising storyline as she continues to build momentum. Their combined presence remains influential among AEW fans, but Ospreay’s health will be critical in shaping upcoming match cards and championship opportunities.
The recovery timeline and Ospreay’s ability to return by next month remain uncertain, but his commitment to overcoming these injuries demonstrates his dedication. The wrestling community will await updates, especially as Forbidden Door approaches, which could mark a notable comeback or require additional patience for his full return.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. How many 5 star matches Will Ospreay?
A. A total of 294 matches have been given a rating of 5 or more stars. Will Ospreay holds the record for most matches, with 53. Ospreay is among five wrestlers who received five-star ratings for two matches in a single evening. The others are Akira Hokuto, Kyoko Inoue, Manami Toyota, and Toshiyo Yamada.
