Highlights

  • Bryan Danielson sustains a serious injury during a tag team match on AEW Dynamite, confirmed to be a broken orbital bone.
  • AEW acknowledges the injury and creates an angle with Danielson's tag team partner seeking revenge.
  • Fans express concern for Danielson's well-being and discuss the physical risks of professional wrestling, wishing him a successful surgery.

During the October 25th, 2023 edition of AEW Dynamite, Bryan Danielson sustained a serious injury that has sidelined him from action. The incident occurred during his tag team match alongside Claudio against Kazuchika Okada and Orange Cassidy, where Danielson appeared to be hurt. Contrary to speculation, the injury is not part of a storyline, as confirmed by PWInsider.

The severity of the injury became apparent when it was revealed that Bryan Danielson had suffered a broken orbital bone. AEW wasted no time in confirming the injury, and it was publicly announced that Danielson would undergo surgery to address the issue. Commentary noted that due to the broken orbital bone, Danielson's recovery period could extend until the end of 2023. This news is not good for AEW, raising concerns about the beloved athlete's well-being and what storylines might need to be changed as a result of Danielson being taken out of action.​

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​​​​​​ AEW, in response to the incident, acknowledged the injury publicly and created an angle out of it. Claudio Castagnoli, Danielson's tag team partner, expressed his intention to seek revenge on those responsible for his partner's injury. AEW made an official statement regarding the situation, stating, "Bryan Danielson broke his orbital bone in his Tag Team match with @rainmakerXokada & @orangecassidy, and now @ClaudioCSRO wants revenge! It starts THIS WEDNESDAY when he fights #AEW International Champ Orange Cassidy for the Title on #AEWDynamite at 8/7c LIVE on TBS!"

Bryan Danielson Can't Catch A Break

The gravity of the injury was reiterated by AEW commentary and news of Bryan Danielson's injury has left fans discussing the risks and physical toll associated with professional wrestling, especially when it comes to Danielson who has an injury history. As fans express their well-wishes for Danielson's recovery, the wrestling world collectively hopes for a swift and successful surgery.