Kenny Omega has responded to William Regal’s recent criticism of the risks modern wrestlers take with their health.
At AEW Worlds End, fans were concerned for Kyle Fletcher after the former TNT Champion landed on his head when Jon Moxley delivered a Dragon Suplex from the top rope. While Fletcher is reportedly fine after the incident, it reignited the debate over whether wrestlers take too many risks in the ring in the modern era.
William Regal gave his own thoughts on the move on social media, asking wrestlers to consider the long-term effects of moves that involve landing on their heads and necks. Regal warned that while they might feel fine right now, it could hurt them later in life, as it has him and Bryan Danielson.
“I have people close to me now, Bryan being one, who is suffering daily like myself from his neck. It’s a daily misery and sleep and every other aspect of your life is more than hard. Although people use the term tough about me you’ll never hear me say that as I’m not and don’t think I am or have ever been. Money and whatever nonsense fame is supposed to be is not worth the pain or supposed two evening glory you get from these ridiculous moves dropping yourself on your head.”
Kenny Omega Thanks William Regal, Criticises Tribalism
Regal’s comments sparked debate among fans and accusations about both AEW and WWE allowing ‘dangerous’ moves to be used in their matches.
However, AEW EVP Kenny Omega thanked Regal for his comments and explained that there was no place for tribalism as the issue was about safety in the ring. He added that, while he agrees with the message, it’s also important to note that moves that could be unsafe for one star might be fine for others.
“Regardless of timing or perceived intent, the general message from Mr. Regal remains a positive one. Tribalism, whataboutism, and other ‘isms’ aren’t needed here.
Safety often takes a back seat when a wrestler is locked in and actively chasing the dragon. We all sometimes need a voice from afar to tether us back to reality and to tell us that the risks have consequences. The odds aren’t in our favor and none of us will walk away unscathed.
This isn’t company vs company or wrestler vs wrestler. This is about a general awareness and a knowing that the cost of what we do is directly related to the amount and severity of risk(s) that we take.
Keeping that in mind, as athletes, we aren’t all created equally. As responsible adults, we need to be realistic and know our own physical limits. I’d have to give my head a shake if I wanted to try a twisting shooting star, but I’d never say a word to Pac.
I look at this all as great food for thought. Something to always be cognizant of. It shouldn’t be about making it a competition.
Thank you, Mr. Regal.”
Regardless of timing or perceived intent, the general message from Mr. Regal remains a positive one. Tribalism, whataboutism, and other ‘isms’ aren’t needed here.
Safety often takes a back seat when a wrestler is locked in and actively chasing the dragon. We all sometimes need…
— Kenny Omega (@KennyOmegamanX) December 29, 2025
