Wheeler Yuta Joins Blackpool Combat Club

Wheeler Yuta shocked the wrestling world by turning heel and betraying his mentor Bryan Danielson at AEW's WrestleDream 2024, joining forces with Jon Moxley's faction. Yuta's betrayal involved a controversial plastic bag spot that has been criticized by wrestling veterans. Despite his apparent reluctance, Yuta solidified his allegiance to Moxley by attacking Danielson shortly after Danielson lost the AEW World Championship to Moxley. Yuta took to Instagram to apologize for his actions, but reactions from the wrestling community have been mixed, with some like Max Caster defending him and others like Daniel Garcia condemning his betrayal. This dramatic turn of events ends Danielson's full-time wrestling career as he retires following the match, with plans for surgery on the horizon. The Blackpool Combat Club now consists of Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, PAC, Marina Shafir, and Wheeler Yuta.