The wrestling world held its breath when Joaquin Wilde went down hard during a WWE Speed match taping, but the LWO member has now addressed fans directly about his condition. What started as routine competition quickly turned serious when officials had to stop the match and assist the unconscious wrestler to the back.
The Incident That Stopped Everyone in Their Tracks
During WWE Speed tapings filmed before Monday Night RAW on June 2, 2025, Wilde squared off against NXT’s rising star Lexis King in what should have been a quick-paced encounter. Instead, the match came to an abrupt halt when Wilde was knocked unconscious inside the ring.
WWE officials wasted no time responding to the situation. Medical personnel and referees immediately entered the ring to tend to the fallen wrestler before helping him backstage for further evaluation.
Wilde Breaks His Silence on Social Media
Fans didn’t have to wait long for word directly from the source. Taking to his social media accounts, Wilde offered a candid update that provided both insight and reassurance:
“Never been knocked out cold before. So a lot to process right now. But I’m good, no worries.”
The statement confirms what many suspected – this represented uncharted territory for the experienced performer. His honesty about processing the experience shows the mental side of recovering from such incidents.
Timing Couldn’t Be Worse for LWO
The incident comes at a particularly challenging time for WWE’s scheduling. With WWE & AAA Worlds Collide looming just days away, questions immediately arose about Wilde’s availability for the cross-promotional event.
As a vital component of the Latino World Order’s dynamics, Wilde’s potential absence would create significant ripple effects. The faction has built momentum around his contributions, making any substitution a complex booking decision.
What This Means Moving Forward
WWE now faces a delicate balancing act between competitor safety and show logistics. While Wilde’s social media update suggests he’s mentally prepared to continue, the company’s medical team will ultimately determine his clearance status.
The wrestling industry has become increasingly cautious about head injuries and concussion protocols. This heightened awareness means WWE will likely err on the side of caution, regardless of a wrestler’s eagerness to compete.
Professional wrestling’s unpredictable nature means incidents like these serve as stark reminders of the physical risks performers face every time they step through the ropes. With Worlds Collide approaching rapidly, will WWE’s medical staff clear their LWO star, or will fan safety concerns force a last-minute card reshuffling that could impact the entire event’s dynamics?