Will Ospreay surprised fans with a sudden appearance on AEW Dynamite in Chicago, Illinois, where he shared an update on his health. He revealed that he is suffering from two herniated discs located at the C2 and C6 vertebrae, which are pressing into his spinal cord. Despite the seriousness of his condition, Ospreay expressed hope that with proper physiotherapy, he could return to compete at AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door in London, England, scheduled for 2025.
.@WillOspreay shares a medical update after being attacked by The Death Riders at All In Texas. Watch #AEWDynamite presented by #SharkWeek LIVE on TBS & HBO Max pic.twitter.com/V9IVsXnx8V
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW)
Ongoing AEW Tag-Team Tournament Advances Challengers for Upcoming Event
AEW recently launched a World Tag-Team Title Eliminator Tournament to determine which teams will challenge The Hurt Syndicate for their championship at the upcoming AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door event. In the opening round, FTR secured a victory over JetSpeed to move forward in the bracket. This tournament plays a crucial role in shaping the lineup for one of AEW’s major cross-promotional shows.
Notable Rivalries Intensify in AEW Women’s Division
Following Toni Storm’s triumph over Billie Starkz in a title eliminator match on AEW Dynamite, Athena attacked the reigning AEW Women’s Champion. Athena contemplated cashing in her Casino Gauntlet title opportunity immediately but was thwarted after sustaining an attack from Alex Windsor, the forthcoming challenger for the ROH Women’s Championship. This sequence added further drama to the women’s division storylines ahead of major events.
The best laid plans of The “Forever” ROH Women’s Champion get undone by Alex Windsor!#AEWDynamite is LIVE on TBS and HBO Max pic.twitter.com/XjTuMticXQ
— AEW on TV (@AEWonTV)
The Broader Wrestling Scene and Upcoming Matches
AEW continues to feature sizable matches on Dynamite as part of its lead-up to the Forbidden Door show. Meanwhile, WWE and other wrestling organizations have seen a mix of storyline developments, including commentator apologies and internal company changes. These industries’ evolving dynamics highlight the competitive landscape in professional wrestling leading into the latter half of 2025.
The Significance of Ospreay’s Possible Return at Forbidden Door 2025
Will Ospreay’s intended return at AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door in 2025 is highly anticipated, given his injury setbacks. If his rehabilitation progresses well, his presence could add star power to the event hosted in London, providing fans with a major draw and storyline continuity. His prognosis and recovery will be closely monitored as the wrestling community awaits updates on his condition and eventual comeback.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. How many 5 star matches Will Ospreay?
A. Ospreay has the highest number of matches rated 5 stars or more by wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer, with 53 in total. He is also one of five wrestlers to have two five-star matches in a single night. He accomplished this at AEW’s Worlds End event in 2024.
