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Raja Jackson’s Brutal Ring Assault Hospitalizes Wrestler, Sparks Outrage
Raja Jackson's brutal assault

Raja Jackson’s Brutal Ring Assault Hospitalizes Wrestler, Sparks Outrage

Son of MMA Legend “Rampage” Jackson Faces Backlash and Possible Charges After Attack at Wrestling Event August 24, 2025 LOS ANGELES — A professional wrestling event turned chaotic on Saturday, August 23, 2025, when Raja Jackson, the 25-year-old son of former UFC champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, violently assaulted wrestler Stuart Smith,

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by Calvin Smith


Son of MMA Legend “Rampage” Jackson Faces Backlash and Possible Charges After Attack at Wrestling Event

August 24, 2025

LOS ANGELES —
A professional wrestling event turned chaotic on Saturday, August 23, 2025, when Raja Jackson, the 25-year-old son of former UFC champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, violently assaulted wrestler Stuart Smith, known as Syko Stu, during a live-streamed match, sending him to the hospital with serious injuries. The incident, broadcast at a Knokx Pro Wrestling show in California, has ignited widespread condemnation and calls for stricter safety measures in the wrestling industry.

The shocking footage shows Jackson storming the ring during Smith’s match, hoisting him overhead, slamming him to the mat, and unleashing over 20 unanswered punches to the head of the seemingly unconscious wrestler. Other performers rushed to intervene, pulling Jackson away as the crowd’s cheers turned to stunned silence. Wrestling journalists reported that while some physical interaction was planned, the extent of Jackson’s aggression and the resulting injuries were not part of the script. Smith, a U.S. Army veteran who uses wrestling as therapy for PTSD, was rushed to a local hospital with serious injuries but is now reported to be awake and stable, according to a statement from Rampage Jackson.

The assault stemmed from an earlier altercation at the event, where Smith allegedly struck Jackson with a beer can, mistaking him for another performer. Video evidence shows Jackson warning Smith not to disrespect him again and telling his audience he would “get his get back.” Roughly 30 minutes later, Jackson acted on his threat, entering the ring and attacking Smith with what wrestling historians called “the worst thing I’ve ever seen in a ring.”

Rampage Jackson addressed the incident, describing it as a “work that went wrong” and revealing that Raja had suffered a concussion from MMA sparring days earlier, which should have barred him from physical activity. “I don’t condone my son’s actions AT ALL,” Rampage stated, expressing concern for both Smith’s recovery and his son’s health. He apologized on Raja’s behalf and to the streaming platform, which has since banned Jackson from broadcasting.

The incident has drawn fierce backlash from the wrestling community and beyond. Fans expressed horror, with some falsely claiming Smith had “flatlined” in the ring, though reliable reports confirm he is recovering. Police are investigating the assault, and given its premeditated nature, Raja could face criminal charges. Wrestling insiders have called for stronger safety protocols to prevent such incidents, noting that the blurred line between scripted and real violence in wrestling can have dangerous consequences.

Raja Jackson, a 4-0 amateur MMA fighter who lost his professional debut in 2023, has no formal wrestling training, raising questions about his involvement in the event. His father, a former UFC star with some wrestling experience, emphasized that Raja had “no business” participating in such a show. The fallout could impact Jackson’s fledgling MMA career, with promoters and sponsors likely to distance themselves amid the controversy.

As Smith continues his recovery, the incident has cast a shadow over independent wrestling, prompting renewed scrutiny of performer safety and the risks of blending combat sports with scripted entertainment. The wrestling world and fans await further updates on Smith’s condition and any legal consequences for Jackson, as the industry grapples with the repercussions of this disturbing event.

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