Penelope Ford Injury Forces Change to AEW Dynamite Tag Team Championship Match

AEW wrestler Penelope Ford sustained an injury during a match on the February 25, 2026, episode of Dynamite, forcing a mid-match audible and altering the planned finish. Ford and her partner, Megan Bayne, were challenging the Babes of Wrath (Harley Cameron & Willow Nightingale) for the AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship at the time of the incident.

Injury Occurs During Moonsault Attempt

According to reports from Fightful Select and WrestleZone, Ford was injured even as attempting a moonsault from the top rope to the outside of the ring. The landing appeared awkward, leading to the injury.

Match Finish Changed Mid-Stream

Following the injury, an audible was called by AEW officials. The original plan for the match was altered to have MegaBad’s manager, Lena Kross, cause a disqualification, rather than allowing the match to continue as a two-on-one contest with Bayne facing both members of the Babes of Wrath. Ford was checked on during a commercial break and subsequently ruled unable to continue. Cameron was also largely removed from the action after being tagged out.

Ford’s Recent History and Team with Bayne

Penelope Ford, an AEW original, experienced a significant push in 2025, forming a tag team with Megan Bayne. Sportskeeda notes that the duo made a substantial impact on the women’s tag team division, though they were unsuccessful in capturing the AEW World Tag Team Championships. Ford previously suffered a ligament tear in October 2025, keeping her sidelined for nearly three months before returning to team with Bayne.

Expert Opinion on Ford’s Potential

Veteran Tommy Dreamer recently praised Ford’s improvement as a performer, comparing her to WWE star Liv Morgan. Dreamer stated, according to Sportskeeda, that Ford “just needs to piece a couple of things together and that woman could be a mega star within the industry.”

Update on Ford’s Status

As of February 26, 2026, AEW is working to determine the extent of Ford’s injury and her potential return timeline. The original planned winners of the match are also being assessed following the abrupt change in the match’s conclusion.