Ladies and gentlemen, grab your popcorn, because we’ve got a backstage scoop hotter than a jalapeño in a sauna! The wrestling world is buzzing with news about Bryan Danielson, aka “The American Dragon,” as he gears up for his big match against Swerve Strickland at AEW All In. But it’s not all sunshine and suplexes—Danielson’s physical condition is under the microscope, and it’s not looking as shiny as his championship belt.
According to the wrestling watchdogs at Fightful Select, Danielson had a heart-to-heart with Renee Paquette, spilling the beans that AEW’s resident Dr. No-Fun, Michael Sampson, wants him benched until the big show. That’s right, folks, the doc has put our dragon on a leash tighter than a wrestler’s spandex! With Wembley Stadium on the horizon, AEW’s medical team is playing it safe, keeping Danielson out of the ring and away from any flying elbows or surprise chair shots.
Despite being banged up like a piñata at a kid’s birthday party, Danielson is still slated for the Wembley main event. It seems the powers that be never considered yanking him from his golden spot. They must think he’s built like a tank, or maybe they’ve got a stash of extra-strength aspirin on hand.
In other news, mark your calendars: Danielson’s talent contract with AEW is set to expire on August 1. But don’t start speculating about where he’ll pop up next. Word on the street is there’s an “active plan” to keep him hanging around AEW like that leftover pizza in your fridge—comforting, reliable, and always welcome. And for those wondering if Danielson’s retirement talk is as real as a wrestler’s tan, insiders believe he’s serious this time. Once his AEW run wraps up, expect to see him wrestling part-time, if at all. It looks like the American Dragon is ready to trade in his scales for a comfy pair of slippers.