AEW’s Revolution pay-per-view on March 9 is being hailed as one of the most unforgettable nights in the company’s history. Held in Los Angeles, California, the event saw AEW’s top stars put their bodies on the line, leading to a few significant injuries. In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer provided updates on the injured wrestlers and their conditions.
Mercedes Moné & Momo Watanabe Suffer Injuries in TBS Championship Match
One of the most physically demanding matches of the night was the AEW TBS Championship showdown between Mercedes Moné and Momo Watanabe. The match was hard-hitting from start to finish, but both competitors left the ring worse off than when they entered.
- Momo Watanabe’s Ankle Injury: During the closing moments of the match, Watanabe reportedly sustained an ankle injury. She was seen being carried backstage after the match and later left the Crypto.com Arena on crutches. The severity of the injury is still unknown.
- Mercedes Moné’s Bruised Larynx: Moné suffered a bruised larynx after taking a direct kick to the throat from Watanabe. This explains why Renee Paquette and Billie Starkz took over most of the talking during Moné’s backstage segment on the March 12 episode of AEW Dynamite.
Swerve Strickland’s Broken Eardrum
Another major injury update involves Swerve Strickland, who wrestled Ricochet in a high-flying, hard-hitting match.
- Strickland reportedly broke his eardrum during the contest.
- Despite the injury, he still appeared in AEW Revolution’s closing segment alongside Jon Moxley.
- He was absent from the March 12 episode of Dynamite, likely due to his injury.
- Fortunately, his injury does not seem serious enough to prevent him from challenging for the AEW World Championship at Dynasty on April 6.
What’s Next for AEW’s Injured Stars?
AEW has not issued official recovery timelines for Moné, Watanabe, or Strickland, but based on early reports:
- Moné is expected to continue appearing on AEW programming, though she may have limited in-ring action until she fully recovers.
- Watanabe’s status remains unclear, and fans will be waiting for further updates on her ankle injury.
- Strickland is still expected to challenge for the AEW World Championship at Dynasty on April 6, meaning his injury may not require much recovery time.
With AEW’s roster constantly delivering high-intensity matches, injuries are an unfortunate reality, but fans will be eager to see how AEW adapts its storylines while these stars recover.
FAQs
What injuries occurred at AEW Revolution 2025?
Mercedes Moné suffered a bruised larynx, Momo Watanabe sustained an ankle injury, and Swerve Strickland reportedly broke his eardrum.
Is Mercedes Moné still appearing on AEW TV after her injury?
Yes, Moné appeared on the March 12 episode of AEW Dynamite but had limited speaking due to her bruised larynx.
How serious is Momo Watanabe’s ankle injury?
Watanabe left the arena on crutches, but AEW has not confirmed the severity of her injury.
Will Swerve Strickland still compete at AEW Dynasty 2025?
Despite his broken eardrum, Strickland is still expected to challenge for the AEW World Championship at Dynasty on April 6.
Who won the AEW TBS Championship match at Revolution?
Mercedes Moné defeated Momo Watanabe to retain the AEW TBS Championship.
Will AEW change its upcoming storylines due to these injuries?
AEW may adjust certain storylines depending on recovery times, but there have been no major changes announced yet.
