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New York Post
17 hours ago
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- New York Post
AEW star Brody King wears ‘Abolish ICE' shirt at show in Mexico
All Elite Wrestling star Brody King wore an 'Abolish ICE' T-shirt as the company held 'Grand Slam Mexico' in Mexico City on Wednesday night. King was a part of a 14-person tag-team match with Adam Cole, Atlantis, Atlantis Jr., Bandido Daniel Garcia and Templario. The pro wrestling stars defeated the team of Dax Harwood, Hechicero, Josh Alexander, Konosuke Takeshita, Kyle Fletcher, Lance Archer and Volador Jr. Advertisement The event took place in Arena México and featured wrestlers from Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) — one of the top promotions in Mexico. King's apparent call to abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) came as he showed support for protestors in Los Angeles who were against the raids that took place in the city. The protesters took a violent turn at several points during the week, with law enforcement officers being injured, autonomous vehicles being set on fire and stores being looted. He shared a post from Mexican makeup artist Jose Corella, which started 'Let me be clear.' Advertisement 'What's happening in Los Angeles right now is not only morally reprehensible — it's legally indefensible. This is a sanctuary city, a designation that was democratically voted on and enacted into law by the residents of this city — not by political opportunists grandstanding from a golf course in Florida,' the message read. 'Let me be clear: being undocumented in the United States is not a criminal offense. It is a civil violation. That means it holds the same legal weight as running a stop sign on a bicycle, setting off a firework after a drink, or selling unlicensed fan merch on Etsy. It is subject to civil penalties — typically a fine — not imprisonment, not detention, and certainly not extrajudicial abduction. Brody King wears an 'Abolish ICE' shirt during his entrance at AEW's 'Grand Slam: Mexico' event on June 18, 2025. AEW Advertisement Brody King Icon Sportswire via Getty Images 'Dragging someone off the street at gunpoint, without a warrant or due process, and forcing them into an unmarked vehicle operated by armed, plainclothed agents is not law enforcement — it is armed kidnapping. And armed kidnapping is a felony — a real one. 'So, if you're going to obsess over who is illegal, start by looking at the heavily armed individuals violating constitutional protections under the guise of enforcing the law. Because what they're doing is criminal, not the people they're targeting.' Advertisement Since then, similar messages have been shared by Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Enrique Hernandez and the National Women's Soccer League's Angel City FC. President Donald Trump has since doubled down on his support of ICE in Los Angeles and called on ICE officers to expand their efforts to other cities.
Newsweek
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Will Ospreay Received Tragic Personal News Before Major AEW Event
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. AEW star Will Ospreay has revealed that he performed at the historic Grand Slam: Mexico event just hours after receiving tragic personal news. The former IWGP World Champion learned of his grandfather's passing shortly before the show. Despite the heartbreaking news, Ospreay competed in the 10-man tag team main event. He took to social media after the show to share the circumstances with his fans. Will Ospreay's Heartbreaking Announcement In a post on X, Ospreay explained that he received the news upon his arrival in Mexico City. He called his grandfather a personal hero. "Personal note. I landed in Mexico this morning at 3 am," Ospreay wrote. "Once landed I had a phone call from my mum telling me my grandad had passed that morning. Extremely close to my Grandad, he was a bloody hero to me." Will Ospreay's Message To The Fans Ospreay concluded his message by thanking the passionate fans inside Arena México. He credited their energy for helping him through an incredibly difficult night. "Your love & support eased my pain, Thank you so much," he wrote. April 16, 2025 – Will Ospreay lands a kick against Konosuke Takeshita during the Owen Hart Foundation 2025 Men's Tournament Semi Final on AEW Dynamite. April 16, 2025 – Will Ospreay lands a kick against Konosuke Takeshita during the Owen Hart Foundation 2025 Men's Tournament Semi Final on AEW Dynamite. Ricky Havlik/AEW More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Will Ospreay's Main Event Ospreay performed at a high level despite the personal tragedy. His team, which also included Swerve Strickland, Samoa Joe, Katsuyori Shibata, and Powerhouse Hobbs, faced off against Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, and The Young Bucks. The chaotic match ended after The Young Bucks interfered, allowing Moxley to get a pinfall victory over Swerve Strickland. Ospreay's ability to compete in such a demanding main event under the circumstances is a testament to his professionalism. Since his official full-time arrival in AEW in early 2024, Will Ospreay has put together one of the most impressive first years in company history. His time has been defined by multiple championship reigns and a series of critically acclaimed, five-star matches against a variety of top opponents. Shortly after signing full-time, Ospreay captured his first title in AEW by defeating Roderick Strong for the AEW International Championship at the Double or Nothing pay-per-view in May 2024. After losing the title to MJF, he would regain it in a high-profile rematch at the historic All In event at Wembley Stadium in his home country of England. He later renamed the title the "AEW American Championship" during a heel run. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
AEW Star MJF Reportedly Involved In Scary Fan Incident
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. According to a report by Fightful Select, a fan confronted top AEW star MJF at his hotel following the historic Grand Slam: Mexico event. The incident underscores the intense heat the former world champion generated during the show. Sources within AEW claimed that a fan "went after" MJF after the event in Mexico City. The report notes that MJF was unharmed and laughed the situation off. A History Of Generating Real Heat MJF has built his entire career on being one of the most effective heels in modern professional wrestling. He consistently blurs the lines between his on-screen character and reality to provoke fans. This dedication to his craft has led to some of AEW's most memorable moments. This includes his lengthy and controversial reign as AEW World Champion and the infamous "Bidding War of 2024" storyline. This latest incident appears to be another example of his success in generating a genuine, emotional response from the audience. He was reportedly proud of the interaction. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 21: Wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman visits the SiriusXM Studios on August 21, 2023 in New York City. Friedman defends the All Elite Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship on November 18,... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 21: Wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman visits the SiriusXM Studios on August 21, 2023 in New York City. Friedman defends the All Elite Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship on November 18, 2023 at AEW Full Gear. More Photo byThe Grand Slam: Mexico Angle The fan's anger was likely fueled by MJF's actions during the Grand Slam: Mexico show at the legendary Arena México. There, he faced off against the beloved lucha libre icon, Mistico. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation As a member of the villainous Hurt Syndicate faction, MJF used antagonistic tactics to defeat the national hero in his home country. This was designed to create maximum animosity from the passionate live crowd. AEW officials were reportedly very happy with the success of the event. His career is headlined by a historic, record-setting 406-day reign as the AEW World Champion, during which he defended the title against top stars like Bryan Danielson and Kenny Omega. A unique achievement, MJF dominated the Dynamite Diamond Ring battle royale for four consecutive years (2019-2022), using the prize as both a status symbol and a weapon. His championship collection also includes a run as the self-proclaimed "AEW American Champion" (formerly the International Championship) and an ROH World Tag Team Championship reign with Adam Cole. Beyond titles, his career is defined by critically acclaimed rivalries against legends like CM Punk and Chris Jericho, earning him multiple awards for his charisma and promo skills. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
AEW Announces Details For Debut In Mexico, Will Ospreay Reacts
Photo Credit: AEW Following a successful showing in Australia, Mexico is confirmed as the next stop in All Elite Wrestling's Grand Slam series. AEW made this announcement on Wednesday morning, with the likes of Komander, Kenny Omega, Hologram, Mistico, and Will Ospreay featured on an official event graphic. AEW Grand Slam: Mexico will emanate from Arena Mexico in Mexico City on Wednesday, June 18, airing live on TBS and Fox Sports Mexico. Max subscribers can also live stream the event. Tickets for the Grand Slam: Mexico will go on sale next Saturday, April 26 at 10 AM local time, courtesy and and Ticketmaster Mexico. Advertisement This comes as a collaboration between AEW and CMLL, the popular lucha libre promotion based in Mexico. For AEW, this will mark their first company event to ever be held in the country of Mexico. The same remains the case for Will Ospreay, who has especially been eager to perform in Arena Mexico. 'I have been waiting for this moment for so long!!!' Ospreay wrote on X (formerly Twitter) following the announcement. The Grand Slam television series began in Queens, New York in 2021. The city remained the sole destination for Grand Slam over the next three years. In February 2025, though, it branched out to the city of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, marking AEW's first ever show in the respective country. Now, Grand Slam will return to North America for its debut showing in Mexico. Advertisement RELATED: Will Ospreay Believes This AEW Star Can Push Him To His Limits The post AEW Announces Details For Debut In Mexico, Will Ospreay Reacts appeared first on Wrestlezone.
