A move on WWE RAW has left Xavier Woods seriously injured, prompting him to demand a ban on the dangerous maneuver. The incident took place during a recent episode of RAW, where Woods was involved in a high-stakes six-man tag team match that ended with Woods suffering a frightening neck injury.
Xavier Woods, a veteran wrestler and member of The New Day, teamed up with Grayson Waller to face Penta and the War Raiders. During the match, Penta executed the Mexican Destroyer on Woods, causing severe damage to his neck. Woods described the injury as having his neck “hanging on by a thread,” blaming Penta for repeatedly threatening his career with this risky move as tensions rise between the competing wrestlers and teams.
Ongoing Injury Struggles and Storyline Development
Woods has been managing this injury for some time. After being hurt in a previous contest, he took a break from WWE RAW to recover. His return to the ring was marked by an intensified storyline, focusing on the controversy surrounding the Mexican Destroyer, the move responsible for his injury.
Grayson Waller took the initiative to rally support in a campaign to get the Mexican Destroyer banned from WWE RAW, gathering signatures as part of this effort. Although the move remains legal for now, the growing concern surrounding its safety suggests a potential ban could happen soon, driven by Woods’ vocal protests and real-world injury.
The ongoing feud between The New Day, Penta, and their allies has reached a critical point as the wrestlers confront not only personal rivalries but also the broader implications of dangerous maneuvers in the tag team division. Woods highlighted the emotional weight of the situation, saying the wrestlers are enduring “hell” while still mourning the challenges faced within the tag team community after recent losses and changes.
Woods shared his experience on social media, stating,
“My neck feels like its hanging on by a thread after @PENTAELZEROM again tried to end my career. MIND YOU HE IS PUTTING US THROUGH THIS HELL WHILE WE ARE GRIEVING!! Here is a full 13 minutes of our pain”
—Xavier Woods, WWE RAW star
Potential Impact on Tag Team Wrestling and Safety Measures
This incident raises questions about how WWE RAW will handle hazardous moves in the future and protect its athletes. If the Mexican Destroyer is banned, it could signal a shift toward enhanced safety protocols in the tag team division. The pressure on WWE officials to address these concerns grows as Woods’ condition and pleas gain attention.
The outcome of this conflict might influence how banned moves are selected and how wrestlers negotiate the fine line between spectacle and safety. Fans and wrestlers alike will be watching closely to see if WWE RAW enforces stricter rules to prevent injuries like Woods’ and maintain wrestler health going forward.
