Samoa Joe Faces Double Injury Setback Away from AEW Ring

AEW Trios Champion Samoa Joe is no stranger to pain, but his latest injury story is as surprising as it is frustrating for fans. While the powerhouse has been absent from All Elite Wrestling programming in recent weeks, new details reveal that his time away is due to a combination of injuries, one of which occurred far from the squared circle. The revelation came during media appearances for the upcoming season of Twisted Metal, the Peacock series where Joe reprises his role as the chaotic and physically demanding Sweet Tooth. In an interview with PWInsider, Joe shared that he fractured his ankle during filming. The mishap did not happen during an action-packed stunt but during something as mundane as stepping out of a parked vehicle.

According to Joe, the day had been filled with high-octane sequences behind the wheel, but the damage was done during a brief moment in between takes. “We were just parking, and I hopped out the back on some rough, broken asphalt,” he explained. “I rolled my ankle and that was it. I spent the rest of the season taping it up and getting through it.” The injury did not stop him from continuing production, underscoring the resilience that has been a defining trait throughout his career. With decades spent battling through the physical demands of professional wrestling, Joe described the ordeal as nothing new, noting that his years in the ring had prepared him to keep going despite significant discomfort.

The fractured ankle is only part of the story. AEW sources recently confirmed that Joe is also in the company’s concussion protocol following the All In: Texas pay-per-view last month. That event saw Joe and his stablemates in The Opps successfully defend their Trios Championships before being blindsided by the Death Riders faction. The post-match ambush ended with Joe being carried out of the arena on a stretcher, a dramatic scene that, as it turns out, was grounded in reality. Reports now suggest that the attack resulted in a legitimate concussion, leaving the veteran star sidelined with two serious injuries at the same time. Recovery from either injury can be challenging on its own, but dealing with both simultaneously presents a unique obstacle for even the toughest competitors.

Samoa Joe’s career has been defined by his intense, hard-hitting style and his willingness to fight through adversity. From his era-defining run as ROH World Champion, to his dominant reigns in TNA, to championship success in WWE’s NXT brand, and now AEW, Joe has consistently proven himself as one of the most physically imposing and respected performers in the industry. That same drive is now fueling his recovery. Despite the setbacks, Joe has made it clear that fans should not expect him to be out of action for long. He has stated his intention to return to the ring sooner rather than later, with all medical protocols completed before he resumes competition. When Samoa Joe does make his comeback, his first target is expected to be the Death Riders. The faction’s attack not only cost him valuable time in the ring but also added to an already challenging recovery process. With the combination of his trademark intensity and a personal vendetta, his eventual return promises to be explosive. For now, the AEW Universe can only wait, and knowing Samoa Joe’s history, they may not have to wait too long.