Tony Khan has given an update regarding an injured AEW wrestler, emphasizing that the athlete will be out of action for an extended period. On the April 5 episode of AEW Dynamite, Switchblade Jay White disclosed that he had sustained a hand injury, causing him to miss the previously announced Owen Hart Foundation tournament.
The injury has been attributed to Death Rider incidents on AEW television, but Fightful Select recently indicated that White might be sidelined for the remainder of 2025. AEW President Tony Khan spoke on a podcast, revealing that Jay White’s recovery will take a significant amount of time. He stated, “Jay White is one of the best wrestlers in the world and was injured along the way. He’s out and unfortunately he’s going to be out for a long time.”
Despite this, Jay White has made a return appearance on AEW TV in Texas. Meanwhile, Colten Gunn also suffered an injury shortly after getting back, leaving Juice Robinson and Austin Gunn to represent their faction in the AEW World Tag Team Championship Tournament.
Fan Take: This update is crucial for AEW fans because Jay White’s prolonged absence leaves a significant gap in the roster, impacting high-stakes tournaments and storylines. It also opens doors for emerging talents to step up, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape in AEW.
