Swerve Strickland lost to Kazuchika Okada for the AEW Unified Championship at Forbidden Door on Sunday night, with Okada targeting Strickland's injured knee after the match.
What happened at Forbidden Door?
Okada smashed a chair into Strickland's knee, which was trapped in the ring steps at ringside, before Prince Nana made the save with a steel pipe.
Wardlow then returned, attacking Nana and revealing he was the newest member of the Don Callis Family stable.
Who is Swerve Strickland talking about?
Swerve Strickland broke his silence on social media, stating it might be time to start gatekeeping wrestling again, likely referencing the Raja Jackson incident.
Raja Jackson, son of UFC legend Quintin “Rampage” Jackson, 'shoot' attacked Syko Stu at a KnokX Pro event, injuring Stu who was already knocked out.
Why it matters for Swerve Strickland
The incident is being investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department, with KnokX Pro Wrestling Academy issuing a statement condemning Jackson's actions.
Swerve Strickland's call for gatekeeping wrestling comes after this incident, sparking debate about the sport's safety and responsibility.
The AEW Unified Championship match at Forbidden Door saw Okada retain his title, with Strickland suffering a knee injury.
What comes next?
Swerve Strickland's future matches and storylines may be impacted by his call for gatekeeping wrestling, as well as his ongoing feud with Okada and the Don Callis Family stable.
Wardlow's return and joining of the Don Callis Family stable adds a new dynamic to the storyline, with potential clashes with Strickland and other wrestlers.
As of Monday, Swerve Strickland's statement on social media had sparked a lively discussion among fans and wrestlers alike, with many weighing in on the issue of gatekeeping in wrestling.
The investigation into the Raja Jackson incident is ongoing, with no official word on any potential consequences for Jackson or KnokX Pro.