AEWs mysterious and undefeated star Hologram is now off the board after a brutal backstage assault by TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher. The planned showdown between Fletcher and Hologram for this Wednesdays Dynamite has been scrapped, with Orange Cassidy stepping in as a replacement.
The attack aired during September 27 episode of AEW Collision, preceded by a cryptic video message from Holograms storyline rival, Clon. The segment has left fans questioning whats real and whats part of the ongoing storyline. However, Tony Khan later jumped on social media to share a serious update on Holograms status. In a post on X, Khan revealed that the 26-year-old is facing a long road to recovery.
Just days before the incident, Hologram was riding high after picking up a win on Dynamite, pinning Hechicero in a trios match. AEW had been quietly building him into a major force since his debut in July 2024. Hed been undefeated in both singles and tag team matches and only recently returned from a long layoff due to an ankle injury at WrestleDream last October, combined with time off for the birth of his child.
As of now, its unclear whether the injury is real or part of the storyline. But if the update is legitimate, the future of the Clon vs. Hologram feudwhich had fans speculating on wild directionsis now up in the air.
This is another tough setback for the rising star, who many believed was on track for a breakout singles run. Whether this injury is the real deal or an elaborate storyline twist, one things certainHolograms absence is going to leave a major gap in AEWs ongoing plans.
What are your thoughts on Holograms injury and the sudden shift in storyline? Is this a real setback or just a swerve? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
