Xavier Woods made headlines during WWE’s Holiday Tour this weekend for an unusual reason—not for a promo, match, impressive move, or surprising finish, but because of a playful altercation with a grandmother sitting ringside. The elderly fan seemed to be thoroughly enjoying herself as she got into a spirited exchange with Woods.
At a live event in Worcester, Massachusetts, Woods got into what appeared to be a brief but intense scuffle with the senior fan, which escalated enough for security intervention. Observers noted that the woman seemed very engaged throughout the show, and security stepped in once the physical tension rose. Many speculated that the entire incident was staged by Woods and the woman as a prank, though her serious demeanor made fans question the authenticity of the encounter.
Woods addressed the situation on social media with a humorous take, saying, “Last night at #WWWWorcester, this old lady tried to fight me while I was at work. I’m not going to go to Shady Pines and harass her! She’s lucky I didn’t kick her out of the building!”
Fans loved the moment, describing it as a nostalgic nod to classic wrestling eras when fan confrontations, often involving older fans like grandmothers, were common. One fan remarked, “This is amazing. An old gimmick that is sorely missed,” while another shared memories of seeing older fans passionately engaging with wrestlers during live shows.
This incident comes shortly after Woods secured his future in WWE with a multi-year contract extension signed in October. Currently, he teams with Kofi Kingston on WWE Raw, leading to speculation that this kind of heel heat might be a strategic move to promote him as a singles competitor.
Fan Take: This playful incident is a refreshing reminder of wrestling’s deeper connection with its audience, blending entertainment with fan interaction. For WWE fans, it hints at more creative storylines that could elevate wrestlers like Xavier Woods beyond tag team roles, adding excitement to future programming.
