Wrestling fans were left stunned as the highly anticipated AEW Collision kicked off with a shocking incident! Kota Ibushi, the beloved Golden Star, seemed to sustain a serious leg injury during his match with Josh Alexander.
But here's where it gets dramatic: The match, taped on Wednesday at Daily's Place in Jacksonville, Florida, took an unexpected turn around 12 minutes in. As Alexander attempted to lift Ibushi from the turnbuckle, the latter slipped and fell to the floor. The referee initiated a count, and Ibushi was counted out while receiving medical attention.
In a twist of events, Mark Davis rushed to the ring, seemingly intent on attacking the injured Ibushi. However, Kenny Omega, armed with a trash can, intervened and chased Davis away. This intense moment had the crowd on the edge of their seats!
Controversial Twist: Some viewers were left puzzled as this attack angle seemed planned, raising questions about the authenticity of the injury. Was it all part of the show, or was Ibushi's injury a genuine accident? This is the part that has fans divided and eager for answers.
Although Ibushi was stretchered out of the arena, this wasn't shown on the broadcast. AEW President Tony Khan, in a gesture of respect, addressed the live audience, expressing gratitude for their support during Ibushi's medical emergency. However, this heartfelt moment was also omitted from the televised show.
Khan later took to social media to praise Ibushi, calling him one of the greatest wrestlers he's ever seen and wishing him a speedy recovery. The wrestling world eagerly awaits updates on Ibushi's condition, with reports from Dave Meltzer suggesting a broken leg.
What do you think about this controversial turn of events? Was the injury a work, or did Ibushi genuinely get hurt? Share your thoughts and theories in the comments below, and let's discuss the fine line between wrestling storytelling and performer safety!
