Kota Ibushi discharged From Hospital Following AEW Collision Injury
Professional wrestler Kota Ibushi has been released from a hospital in New Jersey following an injury sustained during the AEW Collision taping on Saturday, September 23rd. Ibushi suffered an injury too his shoulder during a match with Jay Lethal.
The injury occurred when Ibushi attempted a springboard move, landing awkwardly and promptly clutching his shoulder. He was attended to by AEW’s medical staff and transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. While the full extent of the injury hasn’t been publicly disclosed, Ibushi confirmed his discharge on social media, expressing gratitude for the care he received and hinting at a recovery process. This injury impacts Ibushi’s momentum as he recently signed with AEW and was building towards notable storylines within the promotion. His return to full competition is currently unknown, leaving his future schedule uncertain.
Ibushi signed with All Elite Wrestling in August 2023, marking his first consistent presence on a major american wrestling stage. Previously known for his work in New Japan pro-Wrestling and internationally, Ibushi’s arrival was met with considerable fan excitement. He debuted on the September 2nd episode of AEW Collision, defeating Orange Cassidy. The injury casts a shadow over his promising start and raises questions about his long-term trajectory within AEW.
