The year 2025 has been difficult for WWE, with multiple key wrestlers sidelined by injuries. Recently, Xavier Woods encountered a potential neck setback following his singles match against Penta on the August 18 episode of WWE RAW. Reports from Fightful indicate Woods experienced neck trouble during the bout and was seen later wearing a neck brace, raising concerns about the severity of the injury.
Despite the worrying signs, Woods was observed alone afterward, suggesting he might avoid a lengthy absence from wrestling. WWE has not issued an official statement regarding his condition so far.
Woods Speaks Out Directly About Injury and Blames GM Adam Pearce
Xavier Woods addressed his injury publicly via social media, sharing a video in which he discussed the harm sustained during his match with Penta. Woods indicated that the incident involved an illegal version of the piledriver, a move seldom permitted in WWE due to its danger.
He criticized RAW General Manager Adam Pearce for allowing him to compete against Penta, whom Woods accused of using this banned maneuver. Woods referenced a similar recent event where wrestlers Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton required medical assistance after receiving a piledriver from Kevin Owens. He questioned the absence of top officials and Pearce during his own injury situation.
Woods ended his message by suggesting Pearce had bad intentions, aiming to prevent him from securing a rematch for the World Tag Team Title. He also promoted a forthcoming singles match on RAW, where his tag team partner Kofi Kingston will face Penta, expressing confidence that Kingston will seek retribution on his behalf.
Uncertainty Remains Around the Extent of Woods’ Injury
The full details of Xavier Woods’ injury are still unclear, leaving fans anxious for updates on his recovery. As a member of The New Day and a former King of the Ring winner, his health is critical to WWE’s tag team division and ongoing storylines. The outcome of his injury and any impact on upcoming events will be closely watched by supporters and industry insiders alike.
