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Newsweek
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Top AEW Star Is Taking A Leave Of Absence: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Will Ospreay had a night of massive highs and lows at AEW's All In: Texas pay-per-view this past weekend. According to a new Fightful Select report, the storyline attack that saw him stretchered out of the arena was a way to write him off television, as he is expected to take some time off to heal from injuries. The "Aerial Assassin" is reportedly "working banged up" and will be sidelined for over a month, though no exact timetable for his return is known. A Night Of Triumph And Pain Ospreay had a major role at the All In event at Globe Life Field. He teamed with AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland to defeat The Young Bucks in a high-stakes match where The Bucks' status as Executive Vice Presidents was on the line. Ospreay and Strickland were victorious, stripping Matt and Nick Jackson of their corporate power. However, Ospreay's night was not over. He got involved in the main event, which led to him being brutally attacked by the Death Riders faction (PAC, Penta El Zero Miedo, and Rey Fenix). The post-match assault ended with Ospreay being carried out of the stadium on a stretcher. The Best In The World Will Ospreay is widely regarded by fans and critics as one of the best professional wrestlers on the planet. Ospreay built a legendary resume in New Japan Pro-Wrestling, where he was a multi-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion before moving up to win the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship. His signing with AEW in late 2023 was seen as a massive acquisition for the company. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. Courtesy of AEW His matches are famous for their breathtaking pace and innovative, high-risk maneuvers. This "Aerial Assassin" style has earned him countless accolades, including numerous five-star (and higher) match ratings from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation That same breathtaking style, however, comes at a significant physical cost. Ospreay's blend of high-flying acrobatics and hard-hitting strikes puts immense strain on his body. The report that he has been "working banged up" is not a surprise to those who follow his career, as he often works through various nagging injuries. This planned time off will allow one of AEW's biggest stars to fully recover and come back at 100 percent. While his absence will be felt, it is a necessary step to ensure the longevity of one of the industry's most valuable performers. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Top AEW star does WWE CCO Triple H's iconic water spit on live television
(WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque) A top AEW wrestler who had an online feud with Triple H took another page from his playbook on live television. Triple H became a prominent figure in the world of professional wrestling. While he is currently in charge of WWE as Chief Content Officer, The Game was, first and foremost, a top in-ring WWE superstar. He had been a captivating star for many years and was known for many of his signature moves as part of his onscreen character. Recently, a top talent from AEW decided to do his iconic water spit on live television. Which AEW star did Triple H's water spit in the ring? On the May 21st edition of AEW Dynamite, top star Will Ospreay opened the show with a confrontation with his upcoming opponent, "Hangman" Adam Page. The duo is set to collide in the finals of the Owen Hart Foundation Cup tournament at AEW Double or Nothing, set to take place this weekend. Ospreay and Page were involved in a heated exchange and escalated to a major level. The segment came to a close when Ospreay offered to toast a beer with Page ahead of their high-stakes showdown at Double or Nothing. As he drank, Ospreay spat the beer in a similar fashion to how Triple H did during his entrance to the ring, which has been highly popular among the wrestling fan base. The beef between Triple H and Will Ospreay has been prevalent since it began last year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Device Made My Power Bill Drop Overnight elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Pre-Order Undo The Game took an indirect shot at Ospreay and other top talent who signed with AEW, claiming that they preferred to get paid more and work lighter schedules. The Aerial Assassin fired back at the WWE CCO by taking indirect jabs at him on live AEW television. Moreover, during an independent event, Ospreay even did the Pedigree as a mockery of Triple H. Will Ospreay was on WWE's radar previously. However, ever since he began this online feud with Triple H, that does not seem to be the case anymore. Moreover, Ospreay is currently thriving as a top AEW star and is signed to a multi-year deal, meaning that he will be staying in the promotion for a long time. Also read: John Cena vs CM Punk at WWE Money in the Bank 2025? Exploring the chances! Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
