AEW Implements New Rules and Guidelines for Wrestler Safety
In a recent report from Fightful Select, it has been revealed that All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has sent out a document outlining a list of moves that are either banned or require approval from above. These new rules and guidelines aim to prioritize the safety and well-being of the wrestlers while also ensuring a fresh and diverse in-ring product.
The banned moves list includes several high-risk maneuvers that have been deemed too dangerous for regular use. Unprotected chair shots to the head, strikes to the back of the head, blind moves backward into the turnbuckle (like the buckle bomb), spitting, and selling like one is having a seizure have all been prohibited. Additionally, wrestlers are now prohibited from any physical contact with the crowd, including taking food or drinks from the fans in attendance. The use of weapons and projectiles in the crowd, as well as intentional bleeding in the audience, are also strictly forbidden.
Furthermore, AEW has introduced a list of moves that require approval from above. This list encompasses a wide range of maneuvers and spots, including bumps on the ring apron or outside the ring, any spot involving tables, ladders, or chairs, all variations of piledrivers, hurricanranas, and sit-down drivers, the use of weapons and throwing objects, choking with hands or weapons, high-risk dives and top rope moves, intentional bleeding, injury spots, and any spots or brawling in the crowd. Additionally, spots involving non-wrestlers such as referees and managers also require approval.
These new rules and guidelines have sparked discussions among wrestling fans and experts. Many believe that these changes will undoubtedly contribute to the safety and well-being of AEW wrestlers. By eliminating or limiting the use of dangerous moves, the risk of serious injuries can be significantly reduced. Moreover, the restrictions on crowd interaction and the use of weapons aim to create a safer environment for both the wrestlers and the audience.
However, enforcing these rules and guidelines may present a challenge for AEW. Professional wrestling is known for its high-energy and unpredictable nature, and some fans argue that these restrictions may hinder the creative freedom of the wrestlers. It remains to be seen how strictly these rules will be enforced and whether AEW will face any pushback from its talent in adhering to them.
AEW has been praised for its commitment to wrestler safety and its willingness to adapt and evolve. The company has made significant strides in establishing itself as a major player in the world of professional wrestling, and these new rules and guidelines further demonstrate their dedication to providing a safe and entertaining product.
As always, we encourage you, our loyal readers, to share your thoughts on these changes. Do you believe these upcoming changes will effectively enhance wrestler safety and reduce the repetition of certain spots during AEW shows? How do you think these rules and guidelines will impact the overall in-ring product? Let us know in the comments below.
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Sources:
– [Fightful Select](https://www.patreon.com/fightful)
– [Cageside Seats](https://www.cagesideseats.com/aew/2023/7/13/23794462/report-aew-banned-moves-list-unprotected-chair-shots-head-buckle-bombs-blood-in-crowd-seizure-sell)