Will Ospreay is set to take an extended break from wrestling after it was revealed that his injury issues are more severe than initially believed. This news comes just weeks before the highly anticipated AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door event in London, raising concerns about his immediate future in the ring.
Ospreay Sustains Injuries Following High-Stakes Matches at All In
At the recent All In event, Will Ospreay, alongside Swerve Strickland, faced the Young Bucks in a tag team match that carried significant consequences. The stipulation stated that if the Young Bucks had won, Ospreay and Strickland would have been barred from challenging for the World Championship for an entire year. Despite the high stakes, Ospreay and Strickland emerged victorious after an intense match that thrilled fans.
However, their win led to Ospreay and Strickland being stripped of their Executive Vice President (EVP) roles within the promotion. Later in the same event, Ospreay appeared in the main event to assist Hangman Adam Page against Jon Moxley but was brutally attacked by Claudio Castagnoli wielding a steel chair. Meanwhile, Strickland successfully supported Page by providing the steel chain used to subdue Moxley, contrasting Ospreay’s grim outcome.
Ospreay’s Health Complications Prompt Upcoming Medical Consultations
According to reporting from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter by Dave Meltzer, Ospreay has been experiencing pain and nagging injuries for several months following an extremely demanding first half of 2025. Upon evaluation, his condition has been determined to be worse than he initially thought, necessitating upcoming medical appointments in the United States.
There is currently no official timeline for how long Ospreay will remain sidelined. His absence, however, may impact his planned participation at the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door event scheduled for August 24 in London, an appearance that had been highly anticipated by fans and officials alike.
A Broader Context: Other Wrestling Stars Facing Similar Hiatuses
Ospreay’s injury-related break coincides with news regarding Kenny Omega, who is also stepping back from active competition. Omega had recently returned to wrestling in January after a 13-month absence caused by a life-threatening diagnosis of diverticulitis. The extent of Omega’s downtime remains unclear, with speculation about whether he will fully disappear from television or simply reduce his in-ring workload in the coming weeks.
What This Means for AEW and Upcoming Events
The sudden health setbacks for stars like Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega put a strain on AEW’s roster depth as the promotion approaches major events. Ospreay’s hiatus, in particular, may influence match lineups and storylines surrounding the Forbidden Door show and possibly beyond. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching for updates on his recovery and potential return timeline.
With Ospreay scheduled to consult with doctors soon, the wrestling world remains anxious about how long one of its brightest talents will be out of action. The upcoming weeks will be critical for assessing his ability to resume wrestling at the highest level, especially in the context of AEW’s expanding collaboration with NJPW and other international ventures.
