An AEW star has revealed that his long-term injury was actually a scripted part of the show, with his initial injury healing within a few days. The SCU faction disbanded following a loss on the May 12, 2021, episode of Dynamite, where Christopher Daniels and Frankie Casarian failed to capture the AEW Tag Team Championship from the Young Bucks. After this match, Daniels appeared to have an eye injury that lasted over a year, with his eyes visibly discolored. However, speaking with Chris Van Vriette, Daniels admitted this was all staged, including his first black eye, which healed quickly. Using contact lenses to simulate the injury, Daniels explained how he pitched the idea to create a dramatic storyline of losing everything but planning a comeback, even suggesting it might be his final match. He shared that the fake injury was kept under wraps for months and only publicly revealed during a heel premiere, confusing some fans and peers alike. Daniels, now AEW’s head of talent relations, recently reflected on his decision to retire from in-ring competition.
Fan Take: This revelation gives AEW fans an inside look at the lengths wrestlers go to create compelling storylines, blending reality with performance. It highlights the artistry behind wrestling and how such narratives keep the sport thrilling and emotionally engaging.
