AEW News: Star Stuck in UK After Forbidden Door
Will Ospreay’s Travel Issues and AEW Forbidden Door Angle
AEW star Will Ospreay is currently unable to return to the United States due to issues with his UK visa, following the conclusion of the AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door pay-per-view on June 25, 2023. This situation arose after a storyline angle at Forbidden Door involving Ospreay and Konosuke Takeshita.
Ospreay participated in the AEW x NJPW: forbidden Door event, competing in a match against Konosuke Takeshita. The match concluded with Ospreay defeating Takeshita. Following the match,a storyline advancement suggested Ospreay had overstayed his visa,leading to his current predicament. source=navigation-next&utmmedium=internal”>Fightful Wrestling Online reports Ospreay released a statement addressing the situation.
The visa issue is being presented as part of an ongoing storyline within AEW. However, it has real-world implications, preventing Ospreay from appearing at scheduled AEW events in the United States.
Timeline of events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 25, 2023 | AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door PPV - Ospreay defeats Takeshita.Storyline begins regarding visa issues. |
| June 26, 2023 (and ongoing) | Ospreay remains in the united Kingdom due to visa complications. |
Impact and Implications
Ospreay’s absence impacts AEW’s planned storylines and potentially alters the competitive landscape within the promotion. His inability to travel to the US affects his participation in scheduled matches and appearances. The storyline is being used to build tension and anticipation for his eventual return.
