The fallout from the NXT match between Jordynne Grace and Giulia last year isnt just about what happened in the ring its about what happened after, and now Grace is confirming there were consequences. After her hard-hitting bout with Giulia on the May 6, 2025 episode of NXT a match that had fans and officials concerned due to multiple dangerous neck bumps Grace has revealed that WWE didnt exactly approve of how far things went. Speaking to Adrian Hernandez, Grace opened up about the backstage reaction, making it clear that the company felt the match crossed a line in terms of risk. That reaction lines up with earlier reports, which stated there were audible reactions backstage when Giulia took multiple hard landings on her neck including a Michinoku Driver that immediately raised concerns. Grace then broke down exactly what led to one of the most talked-about moments in the match, revealing that part of the issue came down to a difference in how moves are performed in different wrestling styles. That misunderstanding contributed to the dangerous-looking sequence that had both fans and officials reacting in real time, and according to Grace, it didnt go over well internally once the match was over. Despite the backlash, Grace made it clear that matches like that still represent what she values most about wrestling moments where everything feels real and the intensity connects. The original match saw Giulia take multiple risky bumps including a moment where she tucked her chin incorrectly during a move, drawing comparisons to past in-ring mishaps like the Styles Clash confusion. Another rough landing later in the match only added to the concern, with reports indicating NXT officials quickly moved to make sure those kinds of spots wouldnt become the norm. While the bout delivered intensity, it also became a clear example of how far is too far when it comes to safety, especially with multiple dangerous-looking spots in a single match. Do you agree with Jordynne Grace that matches like that are worth it for the realism, or was WWE right in saying it went too far? Let us know your thoughts. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
